Evil West

Flying Wild Hog

Rank: #1 / 6
Released: 2022
Studio: Flying Wild Hog
Genre: action-adventure game, third-person shooter

At a glance

Evil West is an action-adventure game about a vampire-hunting agent fighting a supernatural threat across a stylized Old West. Players can tackle its story-driven campaign alone or in co-op with a friend. Combat uses firearms, a lightning-fueled gauntlet, and gadgets against vampire hordes and other monstrosities. Weapons and hunting tools can be upgraded, while perks let players shape their approach to combat. The game casts the player as one of the last agents in a secret vampire-hunting institute, tasked with protecting humanity as the menace emerges across the frontier. It supports single-player, multiplayer, and online co-op, along with achievements, full controller support, and adjustable text size. Flying Wild Hog developed Evil West, and Focus Entertainment published it. The listed platforms are Windows and Xbox Series X|S; the Steam listing specifies Windows.

Who it is for

Evil West suits players looking for a story-led supernatural action game playable alone or in co-op with a friend. Its combat combines firearms, gadgets, and a lightning-fueled gauntlet.

What is good

Solo and online co-op play
Upgradable weapons and hunting tools
Perks support different playstyles
Full controller support

What to know first

Co-op is described for one friend
No macOS platform is listed

VGSources review

Evil West: the full review

Evil West puts its vampire-hunting story and combat tools at the center of a solo or two-player campaign. It is listed for Windows and Xbox Series X|S.

Overview

Evil West is a third-person action-adventure shooter from developer Flying Wild Hog and publisher Focus Entertainment. Released in 2022, it sets its story in a stylized version of the American frontier, where a vampire threat has taken hold. You play as one of the remaining agents of a secret vampire-hunting institute, fighting to protect humanity and save the United States.

The campaign can be played solo or cooperatively with a friend. Combat combines firearms, a lightning-powered gauntlet and gadgets against supernatural enemies. Progression lets players upgrade weapons and hunting tools and unlock perks to shape their approach. Evil West is available on Windows and Xbox Series X|S; Steam lists it for Windows and gives it a 17 age rating.

Key features

Solo and co-op campaign: Fight through a narrative-driven story alone or with a friend. Steam lists both multiplayer and online co-op.
Close and ranged combat: Use firearms, gadgets and a lightning-fueled gauntlet against monstrous foes in explosive, gory encounters.
Character progression: Upgrade weapons and hunting tools, then unlock perks to develop a preferred combat style.
Western supernatural setting: The game reworks frontier myths and legends into a stylized, vampire-haunted world.
Steam features: Steam lists achievements, trading cards, full controller support, adjustable text size, camera comfort settings and color alternatives.

Platforms

Evil West is listed for Microsoft Windows and Xbox Series X|S. Its Steam feature listing specifies Windows. The supplied platform information does not list other consoles.

Who it's for

Evil West suits players looking for a story-led action game built around fighting monsters in a supernatural Western setting. Its solo option works for players who want to follow the campaign alone, while online co-op offers a way to play with a friend. The weapon, tool and perk upgrades provide progression for players who like to refine a combat style over the course of a campaign.

It may also interest communities following Flying Wild Hog's games. The studio's other titles are collected in Games by Flying Wild Hog.

Pros and cons

Pros	Cons
Campaign supports solo play and co-op with a friend.	The supplied platform listing names Windows and Xbox Series X\|S only.
Combat combines firearms, gadgets and a distinctive lightning-powered gauntlet.	The supplied facts do not include pricing or technical requirements.
Weapon, tool and perk upgrades support different combat approaches.	Steam's age rating is 17.

Alternatives

For other games from Flying Wild Hog, consider Shadow Warrior 3 or Shadow Warrior 2. Other listed alternatives include Trek to Yomi, Juju and Hard Reset.

Verdict

Evil West pairs a frontier vampire-hunting premise with a campaign that can be played solo or online with a friend. Its mix of guns, gadgets and gauntlet combat, alongside weapon, tool and perk upgrades, gives the action several ways to develop. Players seeking a story-driven supernatural shooter on Windows or Xbox Series X|S will find a clear fit in its setting and format; those looking for server hosting or modding features will find no such support listed in the available details.