One of the reasons why your reviews are easily my favorite is the fact that you look at such a wide variety of games and you give each one the same attention. This review has as much content and attention to detail as your Star Wars or Fallout reviews. That combined with your honesty and humor make for something special. I wish you nothing but success.
I wish there were more western games. The old west has an interesting dark history. Not as dark as some other places in history, but dark in it's own right.
mansmith34561 I am sick of assassin's creed, no offence. I hope for red dead 3 or a game like it but with first person combat, like call of juarez, but open world.
You know, if there is a thing the world is forever lacking is western games good, bad, ugly, I don't care, I'll play them all from high noon to sunset. And this one shows some true grit and definitely worth a fistful of dollars hell I would get it even for a few dollars more.
Is that a snake slithering under the wagon at 11:20? Sold. Excellent review, filled with personality and a genuine interest in being honest about the game. That's the reason I come here!
Ever since reading the 6th gun graphic novels, I have been a fan of the whole mythical western genre (demons, devils, mythical creatures, etc). Any other games or novel anyone can recommend?
Stumbled my way here after finishing XCOM 2 while waiting for War of the Chosen to be released. At around 7:45 "It allows for an incredible number of different builds. I've been a hide-in-the-shows, one-shot-one-kill death machine with the ability to eat enemies, and the next time I was a dead-eye dick trick shooter with the ability to ricochet shots..." I now must own this game.
the BEST part about this game was the artbook how it has art portraying like 50 different overtuned revolvers, I spent more time staring at them than playing the game, and I like the game a lot.
I went to the gunstore and asked him if he modifys shotguns. "Sure, I'd add a barrel to that piece, if you have the coin." *10 minutes later* "You like it?" "Gonna need a few more..."
For those who adore western shooting and atmosphere, there is a free to play game called Fistful Of Frags which you can find on steam. Do yourself a favor and just try the game out before judging it by its quite oldened looks and I can promise you that no regrets will be felt!
Wish I'd watched this yesterday would have been a perfect birthday present for a friend, guess I'll have to settle for a co-op buddie in vermintide. (and what he doesn't know wont hurt me :p )
Thanks for bringing this game to my attention Karak - it wasn't even on my radar! It might not be Red Dead Redemption 2, but I been craving a good strategy game, and a good Western game, and this seems like both in one package.
Thanks for the excellent video. I was on the fence, hey $15 is still $15..... sold. You also answered a lot of questions I had..... I just wonder if it is too hard to play on switch mobile and needs to be docked. If so, PS4.
Awesome review as usual, I'm glad that this title will live up to my own hype about this title from playing the original back in the day. Can't wait to get my paws on it.
some parts of the music really made the game feel intense! if it was more like xcom where you keep your characters and upgrades etc. then it would of been perfect, so hears hoping they make a sequel.
Speaking of westerns, have you guys watched the korean weird west comedy masterpiece *The good, the bad, the weird*? I can't get enough of it, watched it a few times already. If not, at least check the trailer on TH-cam, should hook you good.
I heard the gameplay gets repetitive after only a few missions. I understand that might be coming from people who just dislike turn-based games in general, but at the same time I can understand their arguments. What do you think?
Thank you for the review, a very informative one. Also - THANK YOU for remembering Desperados, what an awesome game (Commandos clone, but extremely well crafted).
I'm an old school Deadlands/Doomtown fan, so this had me very interested. Now that it had the Karak seal of approval, I can pick it up. Watching the review, the combat looks a lot like the Shadowrun games by Harebrained Schemes with a few tweaks.
I saw you playing this the last day or two and was hoping you would review it which you did. love westerns but sadly there are no real western games. hopefully that will change, how do u feel about western genre?
+Morgan Reed What about Red Dead Redemption? That's about as western as you can get. Mind you, its fairly old now. Hopefully Rockstar will announce a sequel soon; they have said that they consider it an ongoing franchise, so there is a good chance we will get another eventually.
+Darkly Tranquil yea red dead was amazing but it's so old that it's been played over at least 10times a rockstar sequel would be sweet. I know lots of ppl would love it.
And the funniest thing is, it's made by Polish developers. :P I was wondering if it would be any good, but your words are enough of recommendation. I loved both Desperado and XCOM, so this one is going on the top of my "to buy" list. As soon as I finish Fallout 4. :)
Hard West is a cool game with unique themes for its genre. I'd give HW a solid recommendation for fans of TBS, and if you dig supernatural and/or western themes as well then this game is a must buy. 1.) HW's soundtrack is composed by Marcin Przybyłowicz, the main composer of Witcher 3's masterful OST 2.) There's an add-on 'Scars of Freedom' for only $2.99(!) store.steampowered.com/app/441700/Hard_West_Scars_of_Freedom_DLC/ Content summary below -> DLC Features: - A new tale in the Hard West universe, featuring a unique mix of classic western and gothic horror. - A deeper, longer story, narrated through its numerous twists and turns by protagonists, Libertee and Dr. Gorman. - 7 new tactical combat encounters and a world map with new, unique mechanics. - New Unique Surgical Bodily Augmentation System: Revamped character development system, allowing for strategic planning and more informed choices. - Rebalanced combat and character progression, offering a tighter, more challenging gameplay experience. - Fitzpatrick Revolver - a new, powerful gun in your arsenal. - 10 new playable characters.
One of the reasons why your reviews are easily my favorite is the fact that you look at such a wide variety of games and you give each one the same attention. This review has as much content and attention to detail as your Star Wars or Fallout reviews.
That combined with your honesty and humor make for something special. I wish you nothing but success.
I wish there were more western games. The old west has an interesting dark history. Not as dark as some other places in history, but dark in it's own right.
+iron mask of hell Agreed. This is such a great game though man.
i agree. I always hope for a good asssassins creed in the west
mansmith34561 I am sick of assassin's creed, no offence. I hope for red dead 3 or a game like it but with first person combat, like call of juarez, but open world.
+iron mask of hell yup but from a Native point of view.
+dante bigguy they kind of had that in red dead revolver where you were able to play as a native named shadow wolf
You know, if there is a thing the world is forever lacking is western games good, bad, ugly, I don't care, I'll play them all from high noon to sunset. And this one shows some true grit and definitely worth a fistful of dollars hell I would get it even for a few dollars more.
+RogerioMartins87 agreed
I see what you did there.
Currently £3.50 in Steam sale (about $5).
i see what you did there
the atmosphere of this game reminds me of a book titled "The Six Gun Tarot"
+vicente321 I now own this book
Thank you for that! I'll definitely have to check that series out.
Just got this for my switch.... loving it so far!
Is that a snake slithering under the wagon at 11:20? Sold.
Excellent review, filled with personality and a genuine interest in being honest about the game. That's the reason I come here!
+James McPherson (andregurov) It is. This game oozes atmosphere man
Skipped to 1120. Yep.
SOOO would have overlooked this if it wasn't for you. We need more western games!
+Roflsean64 we do indeed
+Roflsean64 yup. noooooo idea this game even existed. As a gamer, i feel ashamed
+Roflsean64 noooooo you need more zombie games. there aren't enough.
He had me at "devil nuns."
Ever since reading the 6th gun graphic novels, I have been a fan of the whole mythical western genre (demons, devils, mythical creatures, etc). Any other games or novel anyone can recommend?
Crushing It Try David Gemmell's Jerusalem Man books.
Stumbled my way here after finishing XCOM 2 while waiting for War of the Chosen to be released.
At around 7:45
"It allows for an incredible number of different builds. I've been a hide-in-the-shows, one-shot-one-kill death machine with the ability to eat enemies, and the next time I was a dead-eye dick trick shooter with the ability to ricochet shots..."
I now must own this game.
the game has some fantastic bits
the BEST part about this game was the artbook
how it has art portraying like 50 different overtuned revolvers, I spent more time staring at them than playing the game, and I like the game a lot.
"range like a summbitch" is my new favorite ACG phrase.
I went to the gunstore and asked him if he modifys shotguns.
"Sure, I'd add a barrel to that piece, if you have the coin."
*10 minutes later*
"You like it?"
"Gonna need a few more..."
For those who adore western shooting and atmosphere, there is a free to play game called Fistful Of Frags which you can find on steam. Do yourself a favor and just try the game out before judging it by its quite oldened looks and I can promise you that no regrets will be felt!
Thanks! Shame you even have to "warn" people like that aha. It actually looks rather decent looking visually IMHO.
Wish I'd watched this yesterday would have been a perfect birthday present for a friend, guess I'll have to settle for a co-op buddie in vermintide. (and what he doesn't know wont hurt me :p )
Seen a couple reviews and you just earned a new subscriber.
This game looks cool and yeah for the price is didn't even have to be as good as it is.
by far the most enjoyable game reviews on TH-cam - always looking forward to your reviews before making purchases thank you for your work.
I enjoyed Omerta City of Gangsters and Xcom so i think this would right up my ally. Great review.
+Forbidenn76 I think you will. I forgot about Omerta another good one
'Yarn hole' and 'dirt nap' in the same sentence.
Bravo sir, bravo.
Thanks for bringing this game to my attention Karak - it wasn't even on my radar! It might not be Red Dead Redemption 2, but I been craving a good strategy game, and a good Western game, and this seems like both in one package.
+BBlueu2 you bet brother
Another awesome review. You're one of the best at making these types of videos.
Looks interesting. Put it on my wishlist :) Thanks for your review!
This maked me wanna play a new call of juarez ;)
+Sh0cklyz you bet
Cheers Karak, just bought it and having a blast.
man, i just bought it for 2€ on sale, almost feel bad about it^^
looking forward to it :)
awesome review as always acg!
Thanks for the excellent video. I was on the fence, hey $15 is still $15..... sold. You also answered a lot of questions I had..... I just wonder if it is too hard to play on switch mobile and needs to be docked. If so, PS4.
Awesome review as usual, I'm glad that this title will live up to my own hype about this title from playing the original back in the day. Can't wait to get my paws on it.
+Stefan8u thanks man
I like that you remind people to dislike if they disliked it. It makes the whole exchange instantly less sleazy.
some parts of the music really made the game feel intense!
if it was more like xcom where you keep your characters and upgrades etc. then it would of been perfect, so hears hoping they make a sequel.
love this game
Excellent review Karak. thank you.
Hope you're gonna review Mordheim when you got time.
+Derrick Hayden you bet
thank you once again karak! would have missed this game completely, but thanks to you im playing it right now and loving it (:
+Whooooper YOu bet man!
Thanks, very informative review :)
+Holly Jessome you bet
The card system looks really fun! I will definitely pick this up if I can ever pull myself away from Fallout 4!
+OBSIDIAN BORN ya its pretty damn amazing
Speaking of westerns, have you guys watched the korean weird west comedy masterpiece *The good, the bad, the weird*? I can't get enough of it, watched it a few times already. If not, at least check the trailer on TH-cam, should hook you good.
+Groaznic Thank you!!
+Groaznic watched it a few years ago. wasnt tarantino in it??
Shamgod1987 Tarantino starred in a korean movie??
***** no if i remember correctly it was just a cameo
I heard the gameplay gets repetitive after only a few missions. I understand that might be coming from people who just dislike turn-based games in general, but at the same time I can understand their arguments. What do you think?
Thank you for the review, a very informative one.
Also - THANK YOU for remembering Desperados, what an awesome game (Commandos clone, but extremely well crafted).
+F10F11hm you bet
Definite buy. I love these types of games. Great review as always Karak.
+No Where Man thanks man
Aw man I'm all over this !Looks great. Love the western theme! I'm always looking for a solid Turn Based(ish) game :)
I'm an old school Deadlands/Doomtown fan, so this had me very interested. Now that it had the Karak seal of approval, I can
pick it up. Watching the review, the combat looks a lot like the Shadowrun games by Harebrained Schemes with a few tweaks.
+Darkly Tranquil This is the thing for you man. It starts out somewhat normally and than just really dives deep.
On sale for $9.99 on Steam now.
This review tipped me to purchasing, Thanks for the video upload.
You actually mentioned Deadlands... Good sir, I salute you.
+Kresegoth Still play it to this day brother. Excellent RPG and amazing world
Here because of Phantom Doctrine.
Its dollar right now on steam. Basically tactics porn fans of the genre and westerns! Must buy
I saw you playing this the last day or two and was hoping you would review it which you did. love westerns but sadly there are no real western games. hopefully that will change, how do u feel about western genre?
+Morgan Reed Not many games in the genre but this one was great
+Morgan Reed What about Red Dead Redemption? That's about as western as you can get. Mind you, its fairly old now. Hopefully Rockstar will announce a sequel soon; they have said that they consider it an ongoing franchise, so there is a good chance we will get another eventually.
+Darkly Tranquil yea red dead was amazing but it's so old that it's been played over at least 10times a rockstar sequel would be sweet. I know lots of ppl would love it.
Darkly Tranquil sequel has been anounced
Bought. It will fill my sad Red Dead Redemption fix until the latter becomes backward compatible on the Xbox One!
+Francis Hagan its surprisingly fun
Smooth review on the Hard West makes this a buy for me
+Joel Goosie thanks Joel
Just bought this game cause you said so, better be good:)But I paid only 8eur for it so I'm sure it'll be worth it.
+i Balkanizze lol you will like it
+AngryCentaurGaming You were right, the game is awesome - so special. It's a gem. Worth every penny and more.
And the funniest thing is, it's made by Polish developers. :P I was wondering if it would be any good, but your words are enough of recommendation. I loved both Desperado and XCOM, so this one is going on the top of my "to buy" list. As soon as I finish Fallout 4. :)
Quick question: are you in turn based all the time (like in x-com) or only during combat (like fallout2, shadowrun returns)?
Hard West is a cool game with unique themes for its genre. I'd give HW a solid recommendation for fans of TBS, and if you dig supernatural and/or western themes as well then this game is a must buy. 1.) HW's soundtrack is composed by Marcin Przybyłowicz, the main composer of Witcher 3's masterful OST 2.) There's an add-on 'Scars of Freedom' for only $2.99(!) store.steampowered.com/app/441700/Hard_West_Scars_of_Freedom_DLC/ Content summary below ->
DLC Features:
- A new tale in the Hard West universe, featuring a unique mix of classic western and gothic horror.
- A deeper, longer story, narrated through its numerous twists and turns by protagonists, Libertee and Dr. Gorman.
- 7 new tactical combat encounters and a world map with new, unique mechanics.
- New Unique Surgical Bodily Augmentation System: Revamped character development system, allowing for strategic planning and more informed choices.
- Rebalanced combat and character progression, offering a tighter, more challenging gameplay experience.
- Fitzpatrick Revolver - a new, powerful gun in your arsenal.
- 10 new playable characters.
This was an incredible game. Thank you for introducing it to us
This game now sounds more fun, and most reviews highlight flaws instead of covering the fun ways the gameplay works.
GOG was giving this away free. Glad it's a good one I might actually play. :)
Switch version next week! :)
now, today yay 👌
this made me think that we need a Zorro remake
Karak!
You had me at "deadlands"
Nice commentary. Close to over-the-top, but not quite. I enjoyed the review quite a bit for that.
+Martin Krzywinski Thanks Martin
Very helpful, GG
lol nice mix book game thing.
"And then there's that butt-tightening moment.." Lol
Just bought this on steam for 3 bucks....woohoo!
1.99 on GOG👍
Soul raffle. Ha ha ha, awesome!
6 € now on Steam
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Cheers Karak, just bought it and having a blast.
+stormkiller72 Ya its an amazing title
Came totally out of left field, saw it on steam went looking for reviews, yours came up first ;) then bought it.