90
What makes it great is the fantastic level design and AI, the solid cut-scenes and storyline, the inventive character abilities and the fact that the designers have squeezed so much into it.
81
An incredibly fun and stylish game.
80
The reason the score isn’t higher is because in the second mission of the game I found the subject matter of race not too politically correct for the times we live in. Other than that, this game is as pretty and fun as those vivacious saloon gals that I love so much.
8
After 7 hours, Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive stands as a challenging and rewarding tactical experience that captures the essence of the Wild West through clever gameplay and atmosphere. It's a game that demands your full attention and rewards careful planning with moments of pure satisfaction — watching a perfectly executed plan unfold is immensely gratifying. It's not without its rough edges. The controls feel dated, the difficulty spikes can be punishing, and some missions overstay their welcome. But for those willing to embrace its methodical pace and unforgiving nature, Desperados offers a unique blend of strategy, stealth, and Western charm that few games have replicated since. It's a testament to how tactical depth and atmosphere can create a memorable experience, even when the mechanics show their age.
10
One of the best games what I've ever played. Must play! Good old game. 10/10
4
Ok so let's start with the good things. The concept and the most of the ideas are interesting and unique. The game is full of good ideas. The characters' personalities are okay and funny as well. There are some jokes and nice dialogues in the game. There are many different well-drawn maps with simple, but good story. Despite of the things above, this is maybe one of the most frustrating game i have ever played. The game is very hard, but it isn't because the hard and complex gameplay. In this game nothing works as it should. Most of the characters' abilities and some of the characters themselves are unfortunately useless. The maps have tactical elements like gatling guns for example, but when you want to use these you have to notice that they don't have sense. The map design is terrible. Often you can't step over a miniature fence, other times you can climb up on a high rock wall. Thanks to this you often have to go around the whole map over many guards instead of some smart stealthy solutions. The enemies line of sight is unfair. You have to save every 30sec. In the latest levels there are traps which are extremely unfair. The only chance is a bunch of trials and quicksaves after every guard. If you like the genre you shouldn't buy this program, because this game is an overrated thrash with many good ideas which aren't work properly.
Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive
Released On:
Jul 23, 2001
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Generally Favorable
78
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Generally Favorable
8.6
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90
Striking graphics, realistic environments, interesting and diverse characters--what’s not to like? Really nothing.
84
I loved the fact that the characters know how to hide behind corners, pop out to shoot and then return to cover immediately, and the fact that you have to calm your hand for some time before you can fire a sniper-shot.
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Oct 19, 2022
10
One of the best games what I've ever played. Must play! Good old game. 10/10
Oct 12, 2020
10
We are in October 2020 but still the best game Ive ever played. Best story and best gameplay, and comparing to its time great cinematics and graphics.
83
An engaging storyline, high-quality cut-scenes, a cast of unique heroes and a whole stampede of missions make Desperados a shining silver star.
80
Very polished and well developed.
80
The reason the score isn’t higher is because in the second mission of the game I found the subject matter of race not too politically correct for the times we live in. Other than that, this game is as pretty and fun as those vivacious saloon gals that I love so much.
70
While it's impossible to overlook the game's unforgiving level of difficulty, it is often very entertaining.
60
A good looking Western that has half a brain, takes most of your brains to figure out, and makes you want to scream, "Give me a real Western! Give me a damn Western RPG, for the Duke’s sake!"
Nov 27, 2018
10
Un juego realmente difícil y muy entretenido, la historia está muy bien y es atrapante, los escenarios están muy bien logrados y la ambientación también, los retos están muy bien diseñados y permite resolverlos de distintas formas.
Sep 21, 2017
10
This is one of the best western strategy gamest i have ever played in my life ! great story line, great gameplay, very good graphics and so on ! cant wait the next game !
Jan 13, 2016
7
I still love this game after 14 years levels were very **** graphic was nice and the gameplay was also fantastic.i like this genre and this game is the best in its genre
Feb 23, 2021
4
Ok so let's start with the good things. The concept and the most of the ideas are interesting and unique. The game is full of good ideas. The characters' personalities are okay and funny as well. There are some jokes and nice dialogues in the game. There are many different well-drawn maps with simple, but good story. Despite of the things above, this is maybe one of the most frustrating game i have ever played. The game is very hard, but it isn't because the hard and complex gameplay. In this game nothing works as it should. Most of the characters' abilities and some of the characters themselves are unfortunately useless. The maps have tactical elements like gatling guns for example, but when you want to use these you have to notice that they don't have sense. The map design is terrible. Often you can't step over a miniature fence, other times you can climb up on a high rock wall. Thanks to this you often have to go around the whole map over many guards instead of some smart stealthy solutions. The enemies line of sight is unfair. You have to save every 30sec. In the latest levels there are traps which are extremely unfair. The only chance is a bunch of trials and quicksaves after every guard. If you like the genre you shouldn't buy this program, because this game is an overrated thrash with many good ideas which aren't work properly.
Aug 22, 2020
0
Tiens, je croyais que c'était les mêmes branques qui avaient sévi sur ce jeu (Pyro, ceux des "Commandos") vu que c'est la même merde dans un environnement western mais non, ce sont d'autres branques (Spellbound, ils sortent d'où ces tocards ? sans déconner...) qui ont donc fait la même merde que les autres branquignols plus connus ! On a donc un copié-collé de la même merde mais en version western... à moins que ce ne soit pire et d'ailleurs, à la course des tocards, la photo est demandée à l'arrivée pour savoir qui a gagné son invitation pour le prochain dîner (de cons). Et c'est pas évident à départager : la même 2D isométrique sauf qu'ici on peut zoomer un peu pour voir un peu mieux les pixels pxélisés qui vous regardent... forcément avec du 1024 (au mieux !) c'est pas jojo... Mais ce n'est pas tout, car ça rame... sévèrement ! ça fout la migraine dès qu'on fait défiler (on dit "scroller" en franglais barbare) et comme on passe son temps à scroller, c'est-à-dire à dérouler les rouleaux de pet-cul de ce jeu de chiottes, bonjour les dégâts ! L'interface est aussi nulle à chier que les Commandos... à moins qu'elle ne soit pire et la stratégie en temps réel y est aussi horripilante, du genre essai et erreur, échoue et recommence, recommence encore les sales missions de ce jeu du caniveau stratégique. J'ai opté pour une stratégie différente en fin de compte : éjection du cd, désinstallation et mise à la poubelle immédiate : ça va déjà beaucoup mieux !
SummaryLead Cooper and his gang through 25 levels of this character-based real-time strategy game in which you're hired to find the banditos responsible for a train robbery in the old American frontier.
Rated Tfor Teen
