Hard West
Jun 28, 2020 6 years ago
Welcome to the Wild West like you’ve never seen it before. When a tragic turn of events sets one man down a path of supernatural chaos and revenge, he must brutally hunts down all those whom wronged him. Follow Warren on his descent into the darkest recesses of the human soul, and try to survive in a word full of hard choices and even harder consequences. Because in this world, death is a constant presence and the black pacts which you make with forces beyond human comprehension will forever haunt all those around you. Fight and survive through 8 unique story-based scenarios, and try your hand at more than 40 individually designed turn-based combat missions. Journey deeper into the world of Hard West and meet a colorful cast of playable characters whose fates are intimately intertwined with yours. Together you will need to make divisive choices to uncover the ultimate plans of the ancient powers at play, as you unravel a deep narrative storyline featuring multiple endings depending on the choices you make during the game.
What it’s like
Hard West delivers a 'Weird West' experience that prioritizes atmospheric dread over mechanical complexity. The game structures its narrative as a series of interconnected frontier tales, blending choose-your-own-adventure text prompts on an overworld map with tactical, XCOM-inspired turn-based combat. You manage a posse through eight distinct scenarios, making divisive moral choices that influence the story's trajectory and lead to multiple endings. The tone is defined by apocalyptic morality tales, deals with dark forces, and survivor's guilt, creating a heavy, eerie mood. While the writing leans into elliptical prophecies and supernatural horror, the tactical gameplay remains accessible rather than deeply intricate. It offers a cohesive, personality-driven adventure where the strength lies in its unique aesthetic blend of historical western tropes and cosmic horror, rather than deep simulation or high-difficulty challenge.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodCombatStory / Narrative
Keep in mind The tactical combat lacks significant build variety and depth, which may frustrate players seeking complex strategy systems. Additionally, the narrative writing can feel repetitive or overly melodramatic, relying heavily on supernatural clichés that might not appeal to those preferring grounded storytelling.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, pcgamer.com, ign.com, gamespot.com, youtube.com, rockpapershotgun.com.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 04, 201511 years ago |
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 04, 201511 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 04, 201511 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Mar 07, 20197 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 19, 20206 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 28, 20206 years ago |
