Evil West

Evil West

November 22, 2022
Focus Entertainment
3.7/5.0(14,000 reviews)
Shooter
Mixed

Overall feedback for Evil West reflects a split between enjoyment and frustration. Many players praised the fun combat mechanics and engaging gameplay, while a significant portion of reviews noted persistent bugs and a lack of depth in story and level design. The experiences vary widely, with some players recommending the game while others found it nearly unplayable due to technical issues.

About This Game

Evil West delivers a thrilling blend of western and supernatural themes where players become vampire hunters in a dark fantasy setting. Engage in visceral combat using firearms and a lightning-powered gauntlet, either solo or with a co-op partner, while exploring a story-driven campaign filled with upgrades, customizable weapons, and relentless enemy encounters.

Highlights

  • Battle alone or with a friend in stylish, gory action combat
  • Experience myths and legends in a stylised, weird wild west universe
  • Evolve with perks and customizable weapon upgrades
  • Explore a narrative-driven campaign to save America from vampires
  • Enjoy visually appealing graphics and engaging co-op gameplay

Themes

fantasywesterndarkhorrorsuperhero

Mechanics

combatlinearexplorationstory-drivencharacter-creationloot-system

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Online Players:2
Local Players:1
Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature 17+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CzechEnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall feedback for Evil West reflects a split between enjoyment and frustration. Many players praised the fun combat mechanics and engaging gameplay, while a significant portion of reviews noted persistent bugs and a lack of depth in story and level design. The experiences vary widely, with some players recommending the game while others found it nearly unplayable due to technical issues.

Pros

  • Fun and satisfying combat mechanics
  • Visually appealing graphics
  • Engaging co-op gameplay
  • Unique blend of western and supernatural themes
  • Solid performance on a range of hardware

Cons

  • Numerous bugs and glitches
  • Linear level design
  • Repetitive enemy encounters
  • Underwhelming story progression
  • Lack of depth in narrative and character development

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

Evil West — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evil West worth playing?
Evil West has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.7 out of 5 across 14,000 reviews.
Is Evil West single-player or multiplayer?
Evil West supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative. Online play supports up to 2 players.
What platforms is Evil West available on?
Evil West is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Evil West release?
Evil West released on November 22, 2022.
What is Evil West's age rating?
Evil West carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature 17+.
Evil West: Vampires and Wild West Mayhem Awaits