Summary
- Release Year: 2014
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Experimental Gamer Studios
- Publishers: Experimental Gamer Studios
Boot Hill Heroes: A Rootin’ Tootin’ Good Time
Release Date: October 28, 2014
Developer: COWCAT Games
Publisher: COWCAT Games
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Windows, Mac, Linux
Genre: Action RPG, Western
Number of Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E10+
Review Score: 8/10
Synopsis:
Boot Hill Heroes is a cooperative action RPG set in the Wild West. Players take control of one of four characters – Kid, Doc, Moon, or Rosy – and must work together to defeat the notorious Saints-Little Gang. The game features real-time combat, a variety of weapons and abilities, and a unique art style that blends classic JRPGs with the American West.
Gameplay:
Boot Hill Heroes is played from a top-down perspective. Players control one of four characters, each with their own unique abilities and weapons. Kid is a quick and agile gunslinger, Doc is a healer and support character, Moon is a powerful melee fighter, and Rosy is a ranged attacker with a variety of gadgets.
Players must work together to defeat enemies, solve puzzles, and progress through the game’s story. The game features a variety of enemy types, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Players must use their characters’ abilities and weapons strategically to defeat their foes.
In addition to the main story, Boot Hill Heroes also features a variety of side quests and challenges. Players can explore the game’s world, find hidden treasures, and battle optional bosses. The game also features a number of unlockable characters and weapons.
Setting:
Boot Hill Heroes is set in the American West during the late 1800s. The game’s world is a mix of classic Western tropes and more fantastical elements. Players will explore dusty towns, treacherous canyons, and ancient ruins. The game’s world is also home to a variety of creatures, both friendly and hostile.
Characters:
- Kid: A quick and agile gunslinger with a knack for getting into trouble.
- Doc: A healer and support character who is always there to patch up his friends.
- Moon: A powerful melee fighter who can crush enemies with her bare hands.
- Rosy: A ranged attacker with a variety of gadgets and inventions.
Story:
The story of Boot Hill Heroes follows the four heroes as they attempt to defeat the Saints-Little Gang, a group of outlaws who are terrorizing the West. The heroes must travel across the land, recruit allies, and face their own personal demons in order to save the day.
Reception:
Boot Hill Heroes received positive reviews from critics upon release. The game was praised for its charming art style, fun and challenging gameplay, and engaging story. The game was also nominated for a number of awards, including the IGF Award for Excellence in Visual Art.
Overall:
Boot Hill Heroes is a rootin’ tootin’ good time. The game’s charming art style, fun and challenging gameplay, and engaging story make it a must-play for fans of action RPGs and Westerns alike.
Review Score
8/10
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