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West Hunt

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2023

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Quick resume

West Hunt is a 1-8 player social deduction game set in the Old West! Among the hardworking townsfolk hides an Outlaw or two causing mischief and mayhem across town. Luckily, there are eagle-eyed Sheriffs ready to sniff them out! No matter what role you play, you're sure to have a hog-killin' time!

Global score

83/100

Genres

Casual, Indie, Strategy, Tactical

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    Pros

    • Fun and engaging social deduction gameplay
    • Great with friends and voice chat
    • Challenging and rewarding skill development
    • Active developer support and updates
    • Customizable game modes and cosmetics

    Cons

    • Limited player base and matchmaking issues
    • Few maps and repetitive tasks
    • Imbalance favoring sheriff or outlaw in some cases
    • Lack of party matchmaking and lobby features
    • Some ui and bug issues

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have freedom to choose roles (Giant or Knight), customize game settings, and use various abilities and tactics."

      Capsule for DAVIGO: VR vs. PC DAVIGO: VR vs. PC

      "Players choose roles (Sheriff or Outlaw), select tasks or strategies freely, and can customize game rules in private matches."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "Gameplay requires skill, timing, and mastery of complex mechanics; players report a steep learning curve and rewarding skill expression."

      Capsule for DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO

      "Game requires skill in deduction, memory, pattern recognition, and map knowledge; players report a steep learning curve and challenge."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      4

      "Includes ranked modes, multiplayer 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 matches, and leaderboards, with players competing against others and AI."

      Capsule for Blacktop Hoops Blacktop Hoops

      "Includes ranked modes, 1v1, 2v2, and 3v3 matches with clear winners and losers; players compete to outsmart opponents."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      1

      "Players enjoy short sessions and replayability with friends, but limited player base reduces habitual play."

      Capsule for The Matriarch The Matriarch

      "Players enjoy repeated sessions with friends but public matchmaking issues and limited player base reduce habitual play."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      3

      "Team-based modes (3v3, 5v5) and voice chat foster cooperation, though some matches have uncoordinated play."

      Capsule for Puck Puck

      "Supports team play in 2v2 and 3v3 modes with voice chat and coordinated strategies; cooperation is key in team matches."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players can customize game rules and maps; some mod support and map creation add creative elements."

      Capsule for DAVIGO: VR vs. PC DAVIGO: VR vs. PC

      "Players can customize game rules, tasks, and cosmetic appearances; limited map and task variety constrain creativity."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -3

      "The game fosters balanced strategic competition rather than dominance or trash talk; interactions emphasize mutual respect and skill."

      Capsule for Fire & Maneuver Fire & Maneuver

      "Game emphasizes balanced social deduction and mutual respect rather than power over others or trash talk."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      3

      "Players use the game as a fun, lighthearted distraction and social outlet, escaping real-life stress through humor and creativity."

      Capsule for Draw & Guess Draw & Guess

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and social outlet, escaping real life through humor and deception gameplay."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and social interaction, not out of obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for Hand Simulator: Horror Hand Simulator: Horror

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and social interaction, not out of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players explore different classes, tactics, and strategies; some desire for new maps and gameplay features to increase novelty."

      Capsule for Secret Neighbor: Hello Neighbor Multiplayer Secret Neighbor: Hello Neighbor Multiplayer

      "Players try different strategies, roles, and custom game settings; some desire for more maps and modes to increase novelty."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Players explore multiple maps and environments, though maps are relatively small and limited."

      Capsule for FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator

      "Players explore small maps and learn task locations; limited map variety restricts broader exploration."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Character customization and cosmetic options allow personal expression within the game."

      Capsule for Unrailed 2: Back on Track Unrailed 2: Back on Track

      "Customization of characters and cosmetics is available, allowing personal expression within the game."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      3

      "Set in a stylized Wild West with exaggerated characters and fictional story elements."

      Capsule for 12 is Better Than 6 12 is Better Than 6

      "Set in a stylized Wild West with social deception and outlaw vs sheriff roles, providing an imaginative fiction experience."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      4

      "Strong emphasis on playing with friends and community; social voice chat and group dynamics foster connection."

      Capsule for LOCKDOWN Protocol LOCKDOWN Protocol

      "Strong emphasis on playing with friends and community interaction; social voice chat and teamwork enhance group identity."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop skills and improve performance over time; learning curve described as steep but rewarding."

      Capsule for Clustertruck Clustertruck

      "Players develop deduction skills, memory, and strategic thinking; learning curve noted as steep but rewarding."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "No physical activity involved; typical sedentary gameplay."

      Capsule for FAITH: The Unholy Trinity FAITH: The Unholy Trinity

      "No physical activity involved; typical sedentary gameplay."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention during matches; not suited for background or casual intermittent play."

      Capsule for Battlerite Royale Battlerite Royale

      "Requires focused attention during matches; not suited for background or casual intermittent play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      2

      "Social interactions mostly casual and cooperative; some emotional sharing through humor and teamwork."

      Capsule for Embr Embr

      "Social interaction mainly with friends and teammates; some emotional sharing through deception and humor."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      1

      "Some multiplayer modes involve team coordination but no strong leadership roles emphasized."

      Capsule for Clones Clones

      "Some team coordination in multiplayer modes but no strong leadership or authoritative roles emphasized."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Progression mainly through unlocking or creating skins and maps rather than traditional leveling."

      Capsule for Blockstorm Blockstorm

      "Includes leveling, cosmetics, and rank systems; progression is present but limited in scope."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      1

      "Game is fun and goofy but can be tense due to social deduction and threat of being killed."

      Capsule for Stowaway Stowaway

      "Game can be tense due to social deduction but also provides fun and laughter with friends, balancing tension and flow."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Enjoyable visual style and sound design provide moderate sensory stimulation."

      Capsule for LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 5-7 LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 5-7

      "Visual style and sound design provide enjoyable sensory feedback; not highly intense sensory stimulation."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      2

      "Ranked modes and cosmetic unlocks offer some social recognition and status within the community."

      Capsule for FurryFury: Smash & Roll FurryFury: Smash & Roll

      "Rank systems and cosmetic unlocks offer some social recognition; community presence is moderate."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      1

      "Basic narrative setting with minimal plot; story serves mainly as context for gameplay."

      Capsule for Left 4 Dead Left 4 Dead

      "Minimal narrative; thematic Wild West setting provides context but gameplay is focused on social deduction rather than story."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      4

      "High strategic depth in team composition, combo execution, and match tactics; players must plan and adapt."

      Capsule for ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3

      "High strategic depth in deduction, bluffing, and task management; players must plan and adapt continuously."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Tense moments from risk and randomness create suspense and excitement."

      Capsule for Runestone Keeper Runestone Keeper

      "Tense moments from deception and risk of being caught create suspense and excitement."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      3

      "Players report good value especially on sale, with long playtime and content for price."

      Capsule for DEAD OR SCHOOL DEAD OR SCHOOL

      "Players report good value for price especially when playing with friends; some complaints about limited content."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      2

      "Combat involves fighting enemies with weapons, but violence is stylized and not gratuitous."

      Capsule for Eastward Eastward

      "Combat is present but stylized and limited to shooting outlaws; violence is part of gameplay but not gratuitous."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      3

      "Players must avoid capture and manage threats, indicating survival-oriented gameplay."

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      "Outlaws must avoid being caught and complete tasks under time pressure; survival is a core gameplay element."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Domination, Continuation.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026