Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West PS3 Review
| Game: | Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West |
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| Publisher: | Paradox Interactive |
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The release of Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West may have unfortunately coincided with the highly anticipated arrival of Rockstar’s Red Dead Redemption, potentially leading to it being overlooked by many. Despite this, Lead and Gold offers an enjoyable and affordable online multiplayer experience (£11.99) that deserves attention independent of its larger-budget competitor.
While Lead and Gold lacks duels and horses (and perhaps even tumbleweeds), it captures the essence of a classic western with its well-crafted maps featuring saloons, mines, wagons, and dusty environments. Accompanied by cowboy music, the game’s colourful art style compensates for its serviceable visuals, which are enhanced with some lively animations.
As a third-person team-based shooter, Lead and Gold incorporates typical elements such as character classes and teamwork dynamics. You can choose from four classes—gunslinger, blaster, trapper, and deputy—each with distinct skills and roles, fostering balanced gameplay. Additionally, the game introduces a unique Synergy system, rewarding players who stick together with various perks, thereby promoting strategic teamwork.
Reviving downed teammates and utilizing respawn mechanics add depth to the gameplay, ensuring continuous action and collaboration among players. The inclusion of a flag system for respawning and various game modes, such as Shootout, Powder Keg, Conquest, and others, offer diverse and engaging gameply within the Wild West setting.
Despite its strengths, Lead and Gold is not without flaws. Issues with the network code occasionally result in lag and connectivity problems, though they do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. Furthermore, the absence of a cover system and duck button may seem peculiar to some, but such features do contribute to the game’s accessibility for casual audiences.
In conclusion, Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West presents a compelling and well-crafted team-based shooter experience. Its tight controls, diverse classes, and synergy system make it a worthwhile investment for fans of multiplayer shooters, especially given its affordable price point. While Red Dead Redemption may be dominating the spotlight, disregarding Fatshark’s offering would be unjustified.
