Background

Set in the later half of the 19th century around the Western states of America bordering Mexico. A land plagued with disputes, lawlessness, gunfights and some of that periods most gruesome characters. An ex-Mexican army captain turned bandit, driven by a personal vendetta, has formed a mob of some of the most ruthless Mexican bandits to sweep a reign of terror through the land.

Players can choose to take on the role of a Bandit or Cowboy as these two groups confront each other in all out gunfights through various scenarios.

Player Classes and weapons:

Like RTCW, Each side has access to four classes based on those of RTCW and each class has access to various weapons. There are 11 new authentic and 1 not quite so authentic WildWest weapons to choose from, including colts, Harper's Ferry musket, dynamite sticks, etc.

Maps:

We have 3 multiplayer maps to play on. And trust us, these are big maps so they're sure to keep you occupied until we have more to offer up. The maps are set in an old disused mine, a typical WildWest Town and the Governor's Hacienda. For a slightly new theme on the standard destroy/steal missions, we have added a mission to "kill the governor" - where the bandit leader has directed his mob to take out the Governor due to a personal vendetta he holds from many years ago.

Also added are a selection of small features such as animated horses and characters.

Gameplay:

We intend for WildWest to play at a slower pace than RTCW. We hope that this will make it more like the old western movies and Clint style action where taking cover behind a rock or hiding in a clump of brush can be more beneficial than legging forward with all guns blazing. The Town map really brings this home with plenty of roof-top gun fights. If you insist on running totally exposed down the street then you take what you're given - ie a volley of bullets in ya back!

Unlike Wolf, taking hits will cause you injury and slow you down. This is great when you're the attacker as you can see the results of your attack on the enemy but if you're the one taking the damage you'll find yourself praying you can make it to cover before your finished! Players can now recuperate some health by resting. If your stamina is at full, you will regain health up to a maximum of 69. Again this should highlight the importance of taking cover when you're under fire or hit.

Voices:

We have a brand new set of Mexican and cowboy voices to add to the gaming experience. This is certainly the cherry on the cake. Our testers have been in stitches when bandits taunt the enemy with "Di Cowboys are runnin like di chickins!" amongst many great new phrases.

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