WILD WEST
- February 4, 2022
- LTZinc
Get on Steam"Wild West" is a challenging 3D shooter with survival elements, where you play as Sheriff James in a ruthless battle between good and evil. Explore large levels filled with enemies, gather guns and ammo, and strategize your movements to conserve cartridges. Immerse yourself in the Wild West atmosphere with pixel graphics and dynamic gameplay.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Fun for casual playing with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic FPS games like Wolfenstein 3D.
- Offers a unique wild west twist on the old school FPS genre, combining elements of DOOM and cowboy themes.
- Cheap price point makes it accessible for those looking for a simple and quick gaming experience.
- Extremely short content with only 3 levels, leading to a playtime of about 10 minutes.
- Poor mouse controls and sensitivity issues make the game nearly unplayable, causing frustration for players.
- Lack of settings, quicksaves, and overall low-quality graphics contribute to a negative gaming experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this hardcore Wolfenstein retro clone is described as mildly amusing, making it suitable for casual play. While not the main focus, the comedic elements add a lighthearted touch to the overall experience.
“A hardcore Wolfenstein retro clone with a touch of humor, making it great for casual play.”
“The game's witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
“I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay, making even the toughest moments enjoyable.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received criticism for featuring an intro screen track that feels mismatched and out of place, detracting from the overall experience.
“The intro screen music is completely out of place and doesn't fit the game's theme.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall gaming experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of ltzinc is criticized for relying on asset flips and low-effort game templates, which are perceived as cash grabs aimed at exploiting the Steam platform and indie game bundles.
“Lucky me gets to review yet another asset flip from ltzinc, who have a repeated habit of filling out game construction kit templates and dumping them onto Steam (and into cheap, nasty daily indie game bundles) as cash grabs.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features straightforward first-person shooting mechanics with sprite-based enemies set in compact 2D levels, reminiscent of classic titles like Wolfenstein 3D.
“Gameplay consists of simple, single-plane FPS shooting against sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.”
“The mechanics are straightforward yet engaging, providing a nostalgic experience for fans of classic shooters.”
“The level design encourages quick reflexes and strategic movement, making each encounter thrilling and rewarding.”
“Gameplay consists of simple single-plane FPS shooting against sprite-based enemies on small 2D levels, reminiscent of Wolfenstein 3D.”
“The mechanics feel outdated and lack the depth needed to keep players engaged.”
“The level design is repetitive and fails to offer any real challenge or variety.”
