Call of Juarez

Release Date: September 8, 2006

Action, FPP, western, FPS, Polish, shooters, 19th century, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN

81%

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Call of Juarez is an FPS by the Polish developer Techland. The game is set in the Old West, and quite unusually, there are two playable protagonists. The first is Billy, a young fellow who is falsely accused of murdering his father; the other one is Ray, a preacher, although his past is questionable and shady.

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Last Update: September 20, 2006

Call of Juarez Game Guide & Walkthrough

Complete walkthrough. Fight your way through the Wild West, birthplace of the term “shooter,” in the only game to give you an authentic look into the Old West and all its glory, through the eyes of the hunter AND the hunted.

Call of Juarez Game Guide & Walkthrough

Originals

October 31, 2018

Don’t Go West – why developers ignore westerns?

There are really not many alternatives to Red Dead Redemption for players who long for a proper western video-game experience. Most developers seem to look the other way when considering possible settings – and that’s no surprise.

Don’t Go West – why developers ignore westerns?

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81%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (3,069)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Coherent Narrative: Many users appreciated the well-structured story and character arcs, particularly praising the character of Ray McCall.
Fun Shooting Mechanics: The shooting mechanics were noted as enjoyable, with a unique take on dueling that mimics real-life motions.
Graphics and Voice Acting: The graphics, while dated, were still considered decent for the time, and the voice acting received positive remarks.
Collectibles and Unique Features: The inclusion of collectibles like Wanted Posters and the ability to read Bible verses during combat were seen as creative elements that enhanced the gameplay experience.
Engaging Gameplay: Despite some criticisms, several players found the game to be fun and worth playing, especially for fans of the western genre.

The main cons of the game

Gameplay Mechanics: Some users found the gameplay to be clunky and difficult, particularly in terms of aiming and shooting accuracy.
Technical Issues: A number of reviews highlighted bugs, crashes, and glitches that detracted from the overall experience, with some players experiencing significant frustration.
Difficulty Level: The game was described as challenging, with some players struggling with early levels and finding checkpoints too spaced out.
Lack of Character Development: While one character was well-developed, many felt that the game could benefit from more character arcs across its chapters.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Controller Compatibility: Users expressed a desire for better support for game controllers, as some found it difficult to configure and play using a keyboard and mouse.
Enhanced Character Development: There was a call for deeper character development for all protagonists to enhance emotional engagement with the story.
Improved Technical Performance: Many reviews indicated that the game could use updates to fix bugs and improve overall performance, making it more accessible for modern players.
More Modern Gameplay Elements: Some players wished for more contemporary gameplay mechanics to make the experience feel less dated, particularly in comparison to newer titles in the genre.

Summary

Overall, "Call of Juarez" has its strengths in narrative and unique mechanics but suffers from technical issues and gameplay challenges that may affect newer players' enjoyment.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024

8.4

GAMERS Score

Average score from 3511 votes. 85 players anticipated the game.

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Call of Juarez Description

Call of Juarez is a first person shooter (action/FPS) developed by a Polish developer Techland. This title bears a resemblance to another game – Gun. You visit the dangerous and brutal Wild West and follow the adventures of two playable characters: Billy, a young man, wrongly accused of committing a serious crime, and Ray, a former gunman who left his past behind him and became a reverend. Each character is different and has unique features and abilities, which results in varying gameplay. Ray often engages in open shootouts, whereas Billy prefers sneaking past enemies.

The game consists of a number of diverse missions. You can take part in horse chases, shootouts in town streets, tracking escaped convicts, etc. In this, you can make use of a large arsenal of weapons from the period, such as revolvers or rifles. You can also wield two weapons at the same time. Note that in the game you get to meet a number of characters known from the books or films about the Wild West, which adds to the game’s appeal.

Call of Juarez uses an improved version of game engine famous for the game Chrome. It supports multiple visual effects (realistic smoke, fire, shading, lighting, Shader Model 3.0, dynamic atmospheric effects, etc.) and realistically simulates physics (interactive environment, flora, fauna, Ragdoll effect). The game sports atmospheric soundtrack.

Last updated on August 14, 2015

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Game Series

Call of Juarez Series

Created and developed by Techland, a series of first-person shooters (FPP) with action set in the Wild West. The international publisher of the series Call of Juarez is the Ubisoft corporation.

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Call of Juarez Game Series