Desperados III

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 721 Ratings

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  1. Shely
    Sep 5, 2023
    8
    Desperados 3 is a masterpiece of real-time strategy games for me. I believe everyone will enjoy it, whether they like the genre or not. That’s why I think it should definitely be experienced. I finish story because I don’t want to praise the game too much and make it unattractive in your eyes.

    For full review: https://medium.com/@shelyshelly20/desperados-3-ddb2f5b3c1ff
  2. apokalipto
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  3. Spookylight
    Aug 17, 2023
    9
    At first i want to say that i didn't played Desperados 1 and 2, so i might miss some things.
    But i played Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, and i think it is a solid 7.5/10.
    The gameplay is similar to Shadow Tacitcs, some might even say to much , but i'd say it changes a lot of characthers , making them more fun to play, since they are now easier to control, less cluncky than    At first i want to say that i didn't played Desperados 1 and 2, so i might miss some things.
    But i played Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, and i think it is a solid 7.5/10.

    The gameplay is similar to Shadow Tacitcs, some might even say to much , but i'd say it changes a lot of characthers , making them more fun to play, since they are now easier to control, less cluncky than previous game which is a big plus and made me fall in love with the game.

    The graphics are good. They are well optimized, i never experienced any fps drops, even on my old pc, and they look really stylish, again , similar to Shadow Tactics.

    The story is , a tool. A tool for devs to put you in an unexpected or interesting situation. I don't really wanna spoil, let's just say that it is similar in structure to (again!) Shadow Tactics.

    So after reading all that, you might ask, why would I choose Desperados III, looks like it's really similar to Shadow Tactics, why choose this over another. Well, you see, Desperados III is just a big improvent over Shadow Tacitcs. If you like it , you will love Desperados.

    Though , it costs really much, so you might wanna wait for sale.    … Expand
  4. Aslmj
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    The best game of 2020. Reminds me of commandos. This is even better than those games just wish they add more missions.
  5. TeaTotalin
    Jun 18, 2023
    10
    What a hidden gem. This game is phenomenal! Every aspect of it is well polished. And even though it's not popular to admit it, I really appreciate the availability of an "easy" difficulty level. The large number of mechanics and capabilities, the blend of real time tactics with "pause and plan" elements, it's all a blend of gameplay that I haven't quite seen before. Add the lovinglyWhat a hidden gem. This game is phenomenal! Every aspect of it is well polished. And even though it's not popular to admit it, I really appreciate the availability of an "easy" difficulty level. The large number of mechanics and capabilities, the blend of real time tactics with "pause and plan" elements, it's all a blend of gameplay that I haven't quite seen before. Add the lovingly crafted and superbly presented western setting and I'm in love with this game.… Expand
  6. 7ohm7
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    An excellent tactical game - or should I say SANDBOX CHESS? :) Mimimi games respectfully took everything that was great about the old Commandos/Desperados/JaggedAlliance and improved that had holes or that the new generation of games demanded. I thought their Shadow Tactics was top, but of course the authors outdid themselves.

    In the game, we have a team of specialists who complement    An excellent tactical game - or should I say SANDBOX CHESS? :) Mimimi games respectfully took everything that was great about the old Commandos/Desperados/JaggedAlliance and improved that had holes or that the new generation of games demanded. I thought their Shadow Tactics was top, but of course the authors outdid themselves.

    In the game, we have a team of specialists who complement each other perfectly, and thanks to this, many tactical combos can be created. One distracts, the other runs over, the third attacks. Whoever wants can plan accidents, whoever wants can run the map unseen, whoever wants can make a tasklist and dispatch everyone on the map (e.g. me :), simply because.. you can. And did haters say that there is little action in the game? Try to plan at least one shadow kill (give orders to different characters and execute them at the same time) and you will tell yourself that it is a more satisfying action than watching John Wick :)    … Expand
  7. Ambalrith
    Feb 4, 2023
    10
    Fantastic missions, fantastic challenges, fantastic characters.
    Desperados 3 is a slam dunk in its genre. Its a modern Commandos/Desperados Wanted Dead or Alive with tons of improvement.
    Works perfectly on console, but the controller scheme and optimisation
  8. dhforhd
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    I recommend these elements to people who like them

    1. Intrusion play that sneaks in
    2. The taste of assassination that makes you feel the taste of the thief's hands vicariously
    3. A strategy that makes you think about how to solve it
    4. I want to experience the extreme of the challenge
  9. ram_1941REG77
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Отличная,проработанная игра!
    Рекомендую ,для тех кто любит коммандос!
  10. JusticeJay
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    I accidentally found the game on release day and now I have the platinum trophy
  11. Chaothic
    Jun 5, 2022
    9
    One of the gems from the past that continues to shine bright in a sequel.
    Titles like this should be at the top to represent gaming, instead of a bunch of soulless P2W garbage.
  12. Zeneko90
    Jun 2, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  13. Erty-8
    Feb 12, 2022
    9
    Such a great revival of an old genre. Great story telling by ingame cutscnes that reminds me of Warcraft 3.
  14. andre_rossel
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    The game is a wonder, the first one being already a classic was an incredible high bar, but here was surpassed with class.
    First the characters are lovely, Kate, John, Hector, etc, you may have your favourite but all serve a purpose narratively and in play, they exude charisma.
    Second the scenarios are awesome. Ironically the cities are the lamest, although the 3d feeling it gaves you    The game is a wonder, the first one being already a classic was an incredible high bar, but here was surpassed with class.
    First the characters are lovely, Kate, John, Hector, etc, you may have your favourite but all serve a purpose narratively and in play, they exude charisma.
    Second the scenarios are awesome. Ironically the cities are the lamest, although the 3d feeling it gaves you gives you the vibe on being on something big. Which also serves to feed that sensation that all your characters are superheroes.
    The AI is good. Probably on the genre the bar its quite high, but on my casual perspective i can say. The game is hard, the guards react decently fast, and you will take hours figuring out the puzzle.
    That its another thing, this game gives so much freedom you will feel betraying yourself if you go for a guide.
    Ultimately the decisive factor was how much love they put onto this, DESPERADOS 3 WAS created with so much love it inspires me to write them a positive review.    … Expand
  15. JuanMurillo123
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    A great RTT game, like a Commandos western. Hope we will see more of Mimimi in the future.
  16. khangpro1112
    Dec 19, 2021
    10
    Highly Recommended : 10/10
    1. Graphics : GOOD
    2. Gameplay : GOOD
    Definitely worth a try !
  17. ErdemMT5
    Nov 17, 2021
    8
    Desperado's 3, a Real-time isometric strategy, tactical game.
    The game takes places in the late of 1800's America. Story is not special at all. Just a classical father's revenge story.
    I played game few hours, and had a chance to play 3 different characters. Each character had their at least one unique ability. Level design provides you to play with your own way. There are too many way    Desperado's 3, a Real-time isometric strategy, tactical game.
    The game takes places in the late of 1800's America. Story is not special at all. Just a classical father's revenge story.
    I played game few hours, and had a chance to play 3 different characters. Each character had their at least one unique ability. Level design provides you to play with your own way. There are too many way to passing through chapters.
    Game's visuality is satisfying enough. except resolution quality and wonderful colour scheme, i really loved the animation's quality on cut scene's.
    I'm bored the game and didn't finish. But for the people who likes Real-time isometric strategy games and Western atmosphere, it might be the best game ever.    … Expand
  18. ginalx
    Nov 11, 2021
    10
    I think this game is great and deserves a lot more praise than it is given with the scores I see here. There's love in every detail, the story is good, in some points great and certainly well written enough to enjoy the pixel perfect mechanics. Good job!
  19. Woolee
    Sep 29, 2021
    8
    Fantastic game. There's been a huge lack of stealth RTS games in recent years, and this has rejuvinated the genre. It obviously has parralels to the Commandos series of games and they've been a heavy influence, but it's also more accessible and open than they were. Contrary to a couple of bad reviews
  20. Leekah
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    This game is one of the best RTS out there right now. Fortunately the game is not short, the story is about 20+ hours, and there are the challenges, and the DLCs. There was time when I was angry for the game, but I was the wrong. :D Sometimes it can be hard, but this is why this game is good, it won't be easy. If you like strategy games this is a must have game for you. If you didn't playThis game is one of the best RTS out there right now. Fortunately the game is not short, the story is about 20+ hours, and there are the challenges, and the DLCs. There was time when I was angry for the game, but I was the wrong. :D Sometimes it can be hard, but this is why this game is good, it won't be easy. If you like strategy games this is a must have game for you. If you didn't play the previous games, it won't be a problem, I didn't play it, and it was fully enjoyable. After this I will plan to play the previous games.… Expand
  21. TakSa_Lord
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Great game , i finish all the achievement of this beautiful game , worth a try if you didn't play it.
    Jeu magnifique , le gameplay est juste génial , l'histoire et les personnages sont attachants , ce jeu est une perle!
  22. Sepherim
    Apr 14, 2021
    8
    Desperados 3 sin duda es un muy buen juego de sigilo y estrategia. Tenemos hasta cinco personajes a nuestra disposición, cada uno de los cuales tiene sus propias habilidades, ventajas y desventajas, permitiendo que surjan diversidad de estrategias según cómo los combinemos y cómo afrontemos cada una de las situaciones. Las misiones son lo suficientemente variadas como para suponer siempreDesperados 3 sin duda es un muy buen juego de sigilo y estrategia. Tenemos hasta cinco personajes a nuestra disposición, cada uno de los cuales tiene sus propias habilidades, ventajas y desventajas, permitiendo que surjan diversidad de estrategias según cómo los combinemos y cómo afrontemos cada una de las situaciones. Las misiones son lo suficientemente variadas como para suponer siempre un reto en crecimiento, el cual aumenta aún más si tenemos en cuenta los objetivos ocultos así como las versiones modificadas que nos ofrece el Barón, dando bastante rejugabilidad al contenido del juego. Estas misiones van conectadas por una historia que, si ser increíblemente original, está bien llevada y mantiene el suficiente interés. La variedad de enemigos es cierto que no es muy alta, pero los distintos tipos que hay están muy bien usados en los mapas (el diseño de niveles es muy bueno) para que cumplan las funciones que tienen que cumplir y suponga cada situación un reto en si misma.

    Gráficamente el juego no es increíble pero cumple bastante bien, con una estética que crea una buena ambientación, localizaciones variadas y un cierto atractivo general. Lo mismo se puede decir del sonido, en todas sus facetas. Y, al menos en mi experiencia, el juego no ha tenido prácticamente bugs.

    Por todo ello, es innegable que Desperados 3 es un juego muy recomendable. Un 8,5    … Expand
  23. GreK4
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    It's my first game in tactics genre. And i'm glad that this game was first. It was so difficult, all tasks were difficult. But I do this. I passed this game.
    Cinematics were so good, voices heroes too good. Graphics and pictures genre 10/10. Game cost yourself.
  24. LordTiger
    Mar 5, 2021
    8
    Mimimi Games made another great Real-time tactic game just like Shadow Tactics.
    great level design, enjoyable characters, and challenging missions make Desperados 3 a perfect RTT game. I wish this game had some RPG elements like character customization and loots.
  25. jauntydl
    Dec 30, 2020
    10
    Another masterpiece from mimimi. I consider this one of the two masterpieces in 2020 along with Hades
  26. Joes5687
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Mega niceliches Game
    Dieser Text ist 75 Zeichen lang
    Bla bla bla Viele liebe Grüße!
  27. T-Opel
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Amazing tactical stealth game. The setting is nice and the game holds true to the previous entries in the series, but with a modern touch in all the game mechanics. The only downside is that it can get mentally exhausting and I needed to take frequent breaks, but that is just part of this game genre. And the upside of that is the amazing feeling you get when you execute a flawless plan!
  28. freenik
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    Great improvement since Blade of Shogun. Not just the video quality and graphic details, but also the interaction and I see some small glitches in the former game were fixed. They were probably building this game on top of the former game, however, it is an obvious improvement and you can tell the developers are really working on what impacts the gamers. Great game and great studio. I hopeGreat improvement since Blade of Shogun. Not just the video quality and graphic details, but also the interaction and I see some small glitches in the former game were fixed. They were probably building this game on top of the former game, however, it is an obvious improvement and you can tell the developers are really working on what impacts the gamers. Great game and great studio. I hope they continue to bring us surprises.… Expand
  29. guischaefer
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    everything is perfect, great performance, great graphics and above all a lot of fun
  30. GoodMorningAss
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    The implementation is great!
    Quite a lot of variability in the passage. Interesting story. Replay value, hidden achievements. All this is good! And apparently it is still far from the end.
    But still, the price tag is too high. RUR 1500 would be acceptable.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 61
  3. Negative: 0 out of 61
  1. Quarter to Three
    Jan 4, 2021
    80
    It’s got what it needs: a keen appreciation for how to smooth the tedium out of stealth games, adroitly presented by its rakish cast on a picante Western stage.
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  2. KeenGamer
    Dec 21, 2020
    95
    Do not pick up the game if you are looking for a fast-paced adventure heavy on whipping out six-shooters. Fans of real-time tactics should give it a look though because the gameplay here is top-notch. With Mimimi still improving the game with the Bounty Hunters update and level editor, Desperados III is a game you will want holstered when riding off into the sunset.
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  3. GameGrin
    Sep 15, 2020
    80
    Desperados III is a great stealth tactic game with great graphics, music, voice acting, characters and story but can feel like a rehash of previous games made by the same developers.
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