Squids Wild West (2012)

Genres: Adventure RPG

Tags:
RPG battle character Epic fight fun Classes boss evil hardcore birds

iOS

Released: 2012-06-27

Requirements

iPhone 3G S, iPhone 4, iPod Touch Fourth Gen, iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2

Developers

The Game Bakers

Publishers

The Game Bakers

App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/squids-wild-west/id522145076?mt=8&uo=4)

Gameplay / Guide

Fix / Errors

Performance

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Description

Squids Wild West presents a distinctive blend of action strategy and role-playing gameplay. Players are tasked with assembling a team of heroes to engage in challenging turn-based battles against corrupted crabs and shrimp. This sequel surpasses the original installment, offering numerous surprises including cunning new adversaries, four additional playable characters, and nearly double the number of levels compared to the first game. Players can even mount seahorses during combat, adding a unique twist to the strategic battles.

The Return of the Squids

The narrative continues with the resilient Squids exploring the underwater Wild West. Their mission involves combating the malevolent Black Ooze while searching for their lost ally, Winnick. Squids Wild West is an excellent entry point for newcomers to the series, delivering an engaging experience with a well-balanced combination of adventure and tactical gameplay.

Critical Acclaim

Metacritic: Recognized among the Best iOS games of 2012
TouchArcade: Listed as one of the Best RPGs of 2012
The App Shack: Rated 5/5 – praised for providing hours of entertainment for both hardcore RPG enthusiasts and casual players
GameZebo: Rated 5/5 – highlighted for its artwork, animation, character design, and overall attention to detail
The Escapist: Described as "the adorable offspring of Angry Birds and Final Fantasy Tactics"

Gameplay Features

New chapter in the humorous and captivating SQUIDS saga
Combination of turn-based tactical combat and classic RPG mechanics
Epic adventure spanning hours with varied missions and boss encounters
Intuitive controls: players manipulate Squids by grabbing their tentacles and flinging them across the battlefield
Four character classes with unique abilities: shooters, scouts, troopers, and healers
Recruit an army of Squids from over twelve playable characters
Equip Squids with helmets that enhance their abilities
Universal App compatibility with iCloud synchronization for seamless progress across devices

Localization and Accessibility

Squids Wild West is fully localized in multiple languages including English, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Korean, ensuring a broad audience can enjoy the game.

Community and Updates

For the latest news and updates on SQUIDS, players can connect with the developers on Twitter @TheGameBakers or on Facebook at SquidsTheGame.

Humor and Tone

No Squids were harmed during the production of this game, although shrimp might have faced a different fate during the adventures.

Our Verdict

Squids Wild West is a fun and charming game that mixes turn-based strategy with RPG elements. The controls are simple, the characters are lovable, and the adventure is full of surprises. Riding seahorses into battle and building your own team of squids makes the gameplay fresh and engaging.

The game offers hours of entertainment with varied missions, new enemies, and exciting boss fights. The art and animations are colorful and full of personality, making it a joy to watch and play. Whether you are a casual gamer or an RPG fan, this game has something for everyone.

We recommend Squids Wild West without hesitation. It’s entertaining, polished, and full of creativity. If you enjoy strategy, adventure, or just want a unique underwater Wild West story, this game is definitely worth your time.

FAQ

SQUIDS Wild West is a fun mix of action, strategy, and RPG. You build a team of heroes for turn-based battles against enemies like corrupted crabs and shrimp. The game features new characters, levels, and exciting surprises.

The game is available on iOS devices including iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. It supports iCloud syncing so you can play on any compatible device.

Controls are simple: grab Squids by the tentacles and fling them across the battlefield to attack enemies.

There are four character classes: shooters, scouts, troopers, and healers. You can recruit over 12 playable Squids and equip them with special helmets for extra abilities.

Yes, the game is rated Everyone 10+, making it appropriate for children 10 and older.

Yes, SQUIDS Wild West is available in English, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Korean.

The game was developed by The Game Bakers.

You can download it from the Apple App Store on iOS devices.

The sequel has more levels, new playable characters, tougher enemies, and fun features like riding seahorses into battle.

The game offers hours of gameplay with varied missions, boss battles, and strategic challenges.

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