West of Dead similar games & best alternatives

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West of Dead

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2020

Should you play it?

Descend into the grim and gritty world of Purgatory in this cover-based shooter which combines the fluidity of twin-stick controls and tactical cover usage. Dodge behind cover as you try to outgun your enemies in the unknown procedurally generated hunting grounds.

What works

  • Unique dark western art style
  • Engaging cover-based tactical combat
  • Ron perlman's voice acting
  • Addictive roguelike gameplay loop
  • Atmospheric music and sound design

Things to keep in mind

  • Bugs and technical issues reported
  • Clunky controls and camera problems
  • Some weapon balance and progression complaints
  • Repetitive level design and dialogue
  • Lack of polish and menu usability issues

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Tales of Spark

  • Bloodshed

  • Diary of Lucie

  • Zombotron

  • Vultures - Scavengers of Death

  • The Warlock of Firetop Mountain

More expressive

Games that feels like West of Dead but with more self-expression and customization

  • Doomsday Hunters

  • Cinderia

  • SULFUR

  • Sands of Aura

  • Soulstone Survivors

  • MOUSE: P.I. For Hire

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

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West of Dead: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Continuation, Survival.

Last update: 21/08/2026