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West of Dead

2020 · Upstream Arcade

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Descend into the grim and gritty world of Purgatory in this cover-based shooter which combines the fluidity of twin-stick controls and tactical cover usage. Dodge behind cover as you try to outgun your enemies in the unknown procedurally generated hunting grounds.

The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.

the trailer, then the store's own shots
Gameplay
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Has it aged?

How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.

3½ / 5
Recent reviews
69%positive (76% all-time)
60reviews in the last 6 months

% positive each month, last 4 years.

Reviews via Steam ↗
Player activity
6playing at once, on average
−3%fewer than a year ago

Peak: 66 in Jun 2020.

Player counts via SteamCharts ↗
Since launch
76%positive in its first year
69%positive in the last 6 months

Less liked than at launch.

Last updated
Jul 2021 last update from the developer

No update in the last year.

nothing yet

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