The Wild West

About

The Wild West is a side-scrolling shooter for the Nintendo DS that drops you into a series of wild untamed environments as a cowboy tasked with stopping outlaws and train robbers. Using the touch screen you aim shoot and throw dynamite in levels that alternate between 2D platforming and 3D open spaces. The game follows a straightforward mission structure where you collect gold and fend off waves of enemies while advancing through the story. The touch controlled combat feels responsive for the system and the mix of 2D and 3D settings offers a fresh twist on the genre. Released in 2007 the game leans into the DS's capabilities without overcomplicating the action. It’s a breezy romp with simple mechanics that should appeal to players looking for quick bursts of western themed shooting fun.