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Anyone else a massive fan of Western themed games? There's just something so satisfying about using revolvers.

Anyone else a massive fan of Western themed games? There's just something so satisfying about using revolvers.

I'm a complete sucker for Western themed games. Which is kind of weird since I’m not into the movies or books at all, but when I can actually experience the setting for myself I get sucked in instantly. Also something about revolvers is just fascinating for me, no other weapon comes close, it might be due to the fact that my dad owned one when I was a kid.

A revolver forces you to respect every single round. You get six shots, a slow reload, and every single one counts. That turns even a scrappy shootout into something tactical and deliberate, not just holding a trigger and mowing everyone down. Lever action rifles have the same lovely rhythm, that cha chunk between shots that makes you pace yourself. It's a completely different feeling using these guns compared to something modern, it feels way more visceral and kind of weighty.

Right now I’m looking for some new stuff, upcoming or recently released to play after I’m done with the Outlaws remake. I’ve found Exekiller, it's a retro futuristic western FPS with some story and RPG elements. Visually it looks amazing and retrofuturism works so well for western stuff. Also found The Dark West, an occult western themed ARPG that looks really cool. I love the genre so I’m really excited about getting to use my favorite weapon of all time with the standard ARPG mechanics like different stats, rarity, crafting and stuff like that. I’ll probably try the demo soon to see what the feel is like.

I don’t think I’ve ever played a western themed game I didn’t enjoy, starting with Outlaws as a kid. Red Dead 2 is obviously the greatest title we have for now, but I appreciate simpler games too, and different genres as well. For example I loved the Desperados games, really cool tactical gameplay, and they nailed the setting. 

Does anyone else have a soft spot for this setting? Before RDR it felt kind of underused, I’m glad we have some options nowadays for cool western games in most genres.

u/Emmyy_Beans — 2 days ago

Friday night check-in: solo session or multiplayer tonight?

After a full week, I usually lean one way depending on energy levels.

What works best for you on this Friday night?

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u/Theodore52x — 5 days ago
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We're reworking our enemy AI. Does this look scary?

We've been reworking the enemy AI in The Infected Soul to make encounters feel more unpredictable and unsettling.

The goal isn't just to make the enemy stronger, but to create constant tension and make players question what will happen next.

Does this look scary enough, or is there something you'd change?

The Infected Soul – Steam Page

u/Guilty_Weakness7722 — 10 days ago
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How many games do you complete per year?

I’m a father of two, so I don’t have nearly as much gaming time as I used to.

I’ve been tracking all the games I’ve completed over the last few years and realized I average around 12 games a year.

I pretty much only play single-player games, with RPGs and action/adventure being my usual genres. I’m also exclusively on PS5 and Steam Deck.

I’m curious how that stacks up against everyone else here. How many games do you guys typically finish in a year?

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u/Kd0t — 10 days ago

why do they make so many chores in games

its the end of the week so I have to do my chores in Skyrim, i need to pick all the vegetables and walk to Riften and its so boring I just want to have fun in games so why do I have to spend my sunday walking and picking vegetables In Skyrim

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u/wwwwwwwwvvvvvvvv — 10 days ago

When did barbers get added to the fantasy world?

I started playing LU4 as a dwarf and found this hairstyle. Back in my day, every dwarf was shaggy. Now they’re walking around with influencer buns.

u/gigagamer301 — 7 days ago

Anyone else miss games where you could just hand your friend a controller?

That’s a big part of why we’re making Couch Planes.

Up to 4-player split-screen, plus hybrid multiplayer, where you can take your couch crew online and kick some other couch butts.

Would you play something like this after work?

u/ComputerKind560 — 8 days ago

Friday night check-in: what's the mood tonight?

Some nights call for something calm, other nights for pure escapism.

What kind of game fits your mood tonight?

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u/Theodore52x — 12 days ago

I overthink uninstalling games. How do I stop?

I have way too many games installed, and I know I should uninstall some.
The problem is I overthink every game.
I’ll think, “I haven’t played this in months,” but then I worry that I might want to play it later.
How do you decide which games to uninstall? Any tips?

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u/CortezCraig — 12 days ago

God of war missed stuff help

I played God of war for few minutes many months ago and I didn’t know why was I doing at that time but I progressed. Now I got back to it and I really like it and want to play it more. Now I’m pass the guy with Tattoos fight and need to head to the mountains but there are a lot of stuff I left behind. Is there a way to get back and collect them Without restating the game?

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u/Mean_men_club — 11 days ago
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Weekend Check in!

What are you playing this weekend?

  • Still working your way through a game?
  • Just started something new?
  • Looking for your next game?
  • Or taking a break from gaming altogether?

We're always curious to see what everyone's playing (and you might even give someone else their next game to try).

If you're new to the community, have a look at our Welcome Thread.

There's a little gift there to put towards your next game, on WildTangent.

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u/WildTangent_Games — 13 days ago

Con il lavoro e gli impegni ho smesso di cercare la sfida nei videogiochi: abbassare la difficoltà è stata una liberazione

Volevo condividere una riflessione che credo molti di voi condivideranno, soprattutto chi lavora o ha mille impegni quotidiani.
Con il passare del tempo, tra il lavoro, la vita quotidiana e gli impegni vari, il tempo libero da dedicare ai videogiochi si è ridotto drasticamente. Allo stesso tempo, mi ritrovo con un backlog di giochi numeroso che continua a crescere e che vorrei davvero riuscire a portare a termine.
Se prima cercavo sempre la sfida o la difficoltà standard/alta, da un po' di tempo a questa parte ho cambiato completamente approccio, imposto la difficoltà su "facile" e mi godo semplicemente il viaggio.
E la cosa interessante è che questo vale non solo per i titoli fortemente narrativi, ma anche per quei giochi dove la trama non è la componente principale. Rimuovere la frustrazione di dover ripetere lo stesso punto dieci volte o di dover fare "grinding" per ore mi permette di godermi l'esplorazione**,** l'atmosfera, il gameplay loop e l'avventura pura nei ritmi giusti per me.
Alla fine della giornata lavorativa, quando riesco a ritagliarmi quell'ora o due di pausa, non ho più voglia di fare una "seconda sessione di lavoro" sui videogiochi. Voglio solo staccare la spina, fare progressi e divertirmi.
Anche a voi è capitato questo cambio di mentalità crescendo? O preferite comunque la sfida a tutti i costi anche con poco tempo a disposizione?

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u/Francescoslame — 13 days ago

Let's stop for a moment and enjoy the sunset again, this time in a rather unusual place

Sorry for the little spam. A couple of days ago, I mentioned how much I love sunsets and sunrises, both in real life and in games. I never get tired of that combination. Stalzone

u/formonker — 13 days ago