Evil West

 PlayStation 5
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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 164 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 99 out of 164
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 164
  3. Negative: 28 out of 164
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  1. RYOHZK
    Nov 23, 2022
    10
    Müthiş keyifli oyun grafik performans yerlerde sürünmese Sony kalitesini aratmıyor diyebilirdim grafik aranmaz performans aranmaz diyelim ve bu oyunu mutlaka oynayalım çünki bu oyun bi harika bir oyun oynarken keyif veriyorsa gerisi çokta önemli değil sonuçta elden ringde grafik çokmu iyi aması goty ayarında oyun oynayın oynattırın
  2. Markytos
    Nov 24, 2022
    10
    Frenetismo, combos, recortadas, revólveres, vísceras, hordas, jefes.. Un juego que se centra en ofrecer acción salvaje al más puro estilo arcade, si te va ese rollo..te va a encantar
  3. vevo00
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
    É divertido e desafiador, variedade de armas e inimigos boa, tem alguns bugs e probleminhas, rodar em 1080p não é tão ruim como parece no modo performance, só se afastar um pouco da TV que fica bom , o jogo é sólido e não tem quedas de frame rate, nota 8.
  4. Karaboom
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    Extremely fun!
    But pricey that's for sure. Should have been at least 10$ cheaper.
  5. g7912
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    Great game! Nice visuals, interesting sound design. Definitely my top game of the 2022.
  6. Sabrewulf1
    Dec 12, 2022
    10
    If you want amazing graphics, and amazing voice acting and a movie go for god of war. If you want mediocre graphics but gameplay that hands down beats GOW, ie...you want an actual game, get this. It absolutely smashes GOW as a game.

    Play on evil difficulty, makes it awesome.
  7. jonmax11021981
    Nov 29, 2022
    10
    Excellent game, excellent combat mechanics, excellent graffic. Surprise for 2022. For me, there is a good fight between GOW and Evil West for GOTY.
  8. Xedmed
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    This game is great. It can be summed up in one question. Do you want to punch vampires? This game lets you do it in droves. An intuitive combat system lends itself well to the chaos. The scenario is quite slick. Pretty much the epitome of a B-movie game. Will say this though it might get a bit repetitive after a while. Go get it now!
  9. Zubair
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Awesome gameplay reminiscent of PS3 action games that we really miss and need so much these days!
  10. Marlim
    Nov 28, 2022
    10
    I really like this game. Dont understand why some low grades. Its a well action stylish made game. I hoje you like it too
  11. DAXTERSTARSRIBA
    Jul 12, 2023
    9
    Bought this on a whim on sale for PS5, love it! made up with it. Tons of fun, excellent graphics, pretty cliched predictable story but personally found it huge fun nonetheless. It’s the kind of game that is just pure genuine fun. It absolutely packs tons of rewards and upgrades at a hasty rate as you play. My experience was completely glitch and bug free, a rarity these days seemingly, andBought this on a whim on sale for PS5, love it! made up with it. Tons of fun, excellent graphics, pretty cliched predictable story but personally found it huge fun nonetheless. It’s the kind of game that is just pure genuine fun. It absolutely packs tons of rewards and upgrades at a hasty rate as you play. My experience was completely glitch and bug free, a rarity these days seemingly, and it have no stupid microtransactions and stupid purchasables. Personally found the graphics very enjoyable and impressive many times. Combat is very satisfying and tons of fun. It’s linear but it’s like an old school original fun story game. Reminded me a lot of Bulletstorm, no nonsense pure fun and hilarity. Loved the theme too of Western with a vampires. Very creative, very fun. Highly recommended. Could play through multiple times too to collect all the secrets, collectibles and other goodies.… Expand
  12. scorp332211
    Jan 22, 2023
    9
    While this may not be a true AAA game, it sure seems like it. Most of all- this game is fun! It’s filled with action, combat, shooting, puzzle solving. The story isn’t great, but this is an action game so that’s to be expected. The game definitely gets more difficult as you go. The enemies are pretty varied and it never got boring. Definitely worth the money & worth playing. I can easilyWhile this may not be a true AAA game, it sure seems like it. Most of all- this game is fun! It’s filled with action, combat, shooting, puzzle solving. The story isn’t great, but this is an action game so that’s to be expected. The game definitely gets more difficult as you go. The enemies are pretty varied and it never got boring. Definitely worth the money & worth playing. I can easily see playing it again in the future. 9/10, 4/5.… Expand
  13. triple_co
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    I really enjoyed this game and think it deserves a higher score. Are there flaws? Absolutely. There are some visual hiccups here and there, the enemy variety gets a bit stale toward the end, and it's a little bloated for a few missions around the midway mark.

    But, man, it was nice to jump into a straight-forward, old-school, dumb and fun shooter that doesn't feel weighed down by the    I really enjoyed this game and think it deserves a higher score. Are there flaws? Absolutely. There are some visual hiccups here and there, the enemy variety gets a bit stale toward the end, and it's a little bloated for a few missions around the midway mark.

    But, man, it was nice to jump into a straight-forward, old-school, dumb and fun shooter that doesn't feel weighed down by the typical tropes of modern big-budget titles. The tone is silly and the gameplay is simple, but it's enjoyable as all hell. I think if you're a fan of 360 and PS2/3 era titles and want something linear and clean cut, with enjoyable combat, you'l probably really enjoy this.    … Expand
  14. bersi84
    Nov 30, 2022
    9
    Evil West is a very refreshing game with very fun combat mechanics that mix very well. The fun level of combat reminded me of Bulletstorm, going all out splattering enemies all over the screen. I love the different sceneries and although the graphics lack in detail the overall presentation is very pretty. A downside is the limited mix of enemies and boss enemies that are getting recycledEvil West is a very refreshing game with very fun combat mechanics that mix very well. The fun level of combat reminded me of Bulletstorm, going all out splattering enemies all over the screen. I love the different sceneries and although the graphics lack in detail the overall presentation is very pretty. A downside is the limited mix of enemies and boss enemies that are getting recycled over and over again. With quite some cutscenes and a humorous storyline I got a bit attached with the characters which is unusual for a gory punch-shooter like Evil West.

    The performance mode runs well although the minor 1080p resolution is a bit disappointing. The sound design works well yet there are a few minor sound bugs and the voices are sometimes a bit out of balance.

    Overall my journey took me around 10-15hrs on regular difficulty. I enjoyed my playthrough and although I normally dont replay games this might go for new game plus to get all the skills and weapons fully unlocked. For the price tag and gory combat I do recommend this game. I felt paying the full price was worth but I would suggest probably to get it at least for a small discount because it lacks a little bit of polish here and there.    … Expand
  15. Sokop
    Nov 30, 2022
    8
    I absolutely love this game. The art and level design, though linear, are masterfully done. The cinematics are movie quality and the characters are very enjoyable. The story is serviceable enough to keep it moving along but nothing outstanding. The combat is very tight and weighty. It feels so good to play. My only gripe with the combat is the guns reload way too slow and do very minimalI absolutely love this game. The art and level design, though linear, are masterfully done. The cinematics are movie quality and the characters are very enjoyable. The story is serviceable enough to keep it moving along but nothing outstanding. The combat is very tight and weighty. It feels so good to play. My only gripe with the combat is the guns reload way too slow and do very minimal damage. Melee seems to be where the bread and butter is. The only real downside to the whole experience is the resolution being 1080p. You get used to it but it would’ve been so much better with an increase. My hat goes off to all involved in this game because you clearly put a lot of love into this project and I for one appreciate it.… Expand
  16. RolandOG
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    Loads of fun, and despite all the shortcomings I have not been able to put it down.The gameplay is very well tuned and picks the best from other action games like Doom and God of War. It’s well worth the pickup— just do not expect a graphical showcase. In “Quality” mode, it seems kind of low resolution, but the frame rate is very smooth and obviously much higher than 30fps. It’s UnrealLoads of fun, and despite all the shortcomings I have not been able to put it down.The gameplay is very well tuned and picks the best from other action games like Doom and God of War. It’s well worth the pickup— just do not expect a graphical showcase. In “Quality” mode, it seems kind of low resolution, but the frame rate is very smooth and obviously much higher than 30fps. It’s Unreal Engine 4, but without the significant improvements we’ve seen in other recent games using the engine. Anyway, the combat is extremely satisfying. This, to me, feels like an action game of the past (in a good way) but with features we always wished they had, like a generous skill tree and weapon customization. This could really be an AMAZING game if it had instead been built on UE5 and gotten a little more love. I feel bad for the developers because they’re getting negative reviews for the visuals alone, without much regard for all the thought and love put in.… Expand
  17. StepHD
    Dec 19, 2022
    8
    PS5 - 9 Hours, Performance Mode recommended.

    A fun and challenging action game that takes inspiration from games like God of War and makes it it’s own in a crazy western chaos of a game.
  18. Tomicsavo
    Mar 22, 2023
    9
    If someone has a desire to just mess killing, and slashing, this is a perfect game, not a typical AAA, but the fighting is great. It's strange that the characters don't gape, just in the cinematics.
  19. yangfanhong
    Dec 29, 2022
    8
    A satisfying game with great action and diverse weapons, though the story is a little bit too short.
  20. Jt0429
    Nov 26, 2022
    8
    Good-
    Fresh setting; Unique and awesome combat; Eye-candy visuals.
    Bad- Ho-hum story; Short campaign. Thoughts- Do I recommend Evil West? Well, at this point, I suspect you already know if this is your type of game or not. If you’re one of those gamers whose primary concern is the sheer amount of content per dollar, then maybe wait for a sale. That math doesn’t really work out in    Good-
    Fresh setting; Unique and awesome combat; Eye-candy visuals.

    Bad-
    Ho-hum story; Short campaign.

    Thoughts-
    Do I recommend Evil West? Well, at this point, I suspect you already know if this is your type of game or not. If you’re one of those gamers whose primary concern is the sheer amount of content per dollar, then maybe wait for a sale. That math doesn’t really work out in the game’s favor, and there’s not much replay value outside of a half-baked co-op mode that doesn’t let player 2 save their game, and a new game plus. Neither of which fundamentally change the game. But, if you are more concerned with just enjoying a solid action game that isn’t afraid to do it’s own thing in a few ways, and beats you over the head with the small handful of things it does well while respecting your time and wrapping up right about when it should, then Evil West is a great choice. Being pretty firmly from the latter camp myself, I’d say this is one of the better action games of the year. I wish it did a bit more with its characters and surprised me a little more with its plot and level design, but there’s no denying the uncanny ability of Flying Wild Hog to capitalize on and squeeze every last bit of possible fun out of just a few cool ideas, and that ability is certainly on display here.    … Expand
  21. Flavius91
    Nov 28, 2022
    8
    Nice game. Kinda short, but the gameplay is funny. I recommend it if you are a darksiders fan.
  22. MoreBiscuits
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    A pure joy from start to finish. Never over staying it’s welcome, no filler, all thriller action. A love letter to games gone by. Gripping minute to minute combat that never got old. Satisfying and weighty and evolving over time enough to keep it feeing fresh during its 10-13 hour play though. Worth every penny in my opinion.
  23. PMG-Writer
    Dec 25, 2022
    8
    The finished version "Evil West" became a really good game on it. Thus, the plot the action of the game just looks great and drive us through the pretty environments. The weapons and skills also make sense and perfectly round out the simple but complex action. If you like looking for an action-heavy shooter, you should definitely take a closer look at "Evil West".
  24. derekaryan
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
    God of War , Doom , Devil May Cry , Order 1886 gameplay in Red Dead cowboy apparel and making me really want another Darkwatch. This game is a lot of fun
  25. Scorpionbrew
    Mar 19, 2023
    9
    I found Evil West to be an amazing surprise of a game just wanting to be a video game. It brought back PS3/PS2 era gaming in a modern way. I found myself enjoying every second. Evil West did not hide its intentions with trying to be something it wasn't; it wanted the player to have fun, and I believe they achieved it.
    Pros:
    Linear missions: You never see a real linear game these days,    I found Evil West to be an amazing surprise of a game just wanting to be a video game. It brought back PS3/PS2 era gaming in a modern way. I found myself enjoying every second. Evil West did not hide its intentions with trying to be something it wasn't; it wanted the player to have fun, and I believe they achieved it.
    Pros:
    Linear missions: You never see a real linear game these days, it was quite refreshing.
    Combat: Combat was fast-paced and once you found what combo works, it made a fun gameplay loop.
    Story: If you are a fan of old games, you will appreciate the story. If PS2 was your time, it hits it.
    Replayable: the mission structures are not very long, so if you missed something or really enjoy it, you can just go back to that mission with no consequences.

    Cons:
    Cringy: some of the dialog is just cringy.
    Glitches: For someone trying to find everything, I had a few cases of items being glitched into the wall. Also, some bosses left the arena, to never return.    … Expand
  26. DJ_zakalec
    Mar 8, 2023
    9
    Bardzo miła i przyjemna strzelanka rodem z dooma , gears of war i god of war. ciekawa fabuła polecam każdemu
  27. Zer-type
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    Excellent !! Le temps de maîtriser les fonctionnalités et go remettre cette ville en état .
    Excellent jeux
  28. yokasun
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Great game. Fine experiences. It is like God of War + the order 1886. It's action based with enough skills to make the game engaging. I like it better than most other games I played this year. Definitely don't judge the book by its cover.
  29. raybass
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    Not much to say. Amazing game and definitely a MUST PLAY if you’re a FPS and Cyberpunk style fan. Great performance, amazing graphics and a surprisingly good story!
  30. Solus_
    Nov 24, 2022
    9
    It felt like it's a game from 15 years ago. And I don't mean it in a bad way.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. Games.cz
    Jan 19, 2023
    70
    A game from the generation before the last somehow found its way to us in the year 2022. The combat is great, the story is fun, the graphics are… dated. Perhaps you can stomach it for the few hours it takes to beat the game.
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  2. Atomix
    Jan 8, 2023
    88
    Evil West feels like an Xbox 360 or PS3 game in the best possible way. Great action, tight controls, interesting story and more, makes this game the best surprise of 2022.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Dec 29, 2022
    70
    Evil West has no delusions of grandeur; it simply wants to give you a thumping good time, and on that front it fully delivers [Issue#380, p.120]
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