Call of Juarez: Gunslinger

Blasting through the game’s varied environments with a pistol in each hand never got old, and I always looked forward to the end-level duel with a legend of the Wild West. After the dreadful Call of Juarez: The Cartel, I was skeptical going into this downloadable offering. To my surprise, Techland has bounced back with a very enjoyable tribute to the tall tales of the Wild West.

Gunslinger is one of those games that doesn't feel like it's trying very hard, but you know that it is. The developers have obviously put a great deal of thought into this game, and it’s evident in almost every element. After being disappointed by The Cartel, I was understandably skeptical about Gunslinger's potential. But this game is infinitely better than Techland's previous titles in almost every way.

Gunslinger took me by surprise and if you approach it as a basic arcade shooter, you should share that same enjoyment as I did. Don't expect too much from the story and look past the occasional hiccup and you'll find an addicting shooter with terrific Wild West atmosphere. This is a solid PSN game that any fan of arcade shooters or the Western theme should check out.