I just played this last night and I thought it was amazing. I try not to rate games too highly after one play but I feel like this 1 can shoot up very high on the lists
I wish there would be a Western Legends in the Star Wars Universe. Smuggling, hunting Bounties through the Galaxy. Visit planets that have iconic places , like Tattoine with the cantina and Jabbas Palace to get your Bounty. Smuggle for the Rebellion or do the dirty work for the Empire. Holo chess (Dejarik) instead of Poker. I know that there is Outer Rim but that's not what I have in my mind. If any one knows some one from Fantasy Flight Games let me know and send me a copy.
That's a great idea! The closest thing I can think of is Xia: Legends of Drift System. You might want to consider checking it out. It's got smuggling, hunting bounties, but no rebellion vs empire stuff
Should have pointed out that the component quality is really cheap, along with the box. Mine is bowing out when there has been nothing put on top of it. It's basically a $40 dollar game with a $80 price.
I had a similar experience when I got my copy recently. Some of the cards are so badly cut in my copy that I was thinking that I had a counterfeit copy.
One issue I’ve found with both Merchants and Marauders and Xia is that whilst the game says you can take any route to victory, almost always it seems you can’t win unless you turn Pirate/Raider etc. Basically if you just stick to buying and selling and doing odd jobs you don’t stand a chance. This isn’t a moral problem with me, just that advertising them as Sand Box games never seems to ring true. They are more like worker placement where you will basically use every action option in the game at some point. I’m concerned that this will be the same, if you don’t go outlaw at some point you’re not going to win. Particularly after Toms comment of several people claiming the outlaws “have it so much easier”.
I've been going back to watch the reviews to see if anyone is commenting on this problem. My friends and I have stumbled into a points feedback loop where (with a combo the hat gives you) you can gamble at the Saloon, get points, trade your money for points at the Cabaret, and crank out a win in just a handful of turns. The only solution we've discovered is for everyone to gamble or possibly spend all their time trying to rob the gambler. We still love the game, but are a bit bothered by how clear this exploit is.
Soooooo beyond excited to play this.Probably my top anticipated game this year so far. Got a great demo at the KOLOSSAL booth at GENCON and I was even more excited to get this in. C'mon UPS! Get this to our house! I'm ready to start calling people daisies and huckleberries and all that jazz! Great review!
This game borrows many elements from 'Spurs', another spaghetti western themed sandbox game from 2013. You gave Spurs an absolutely glowing review then. But as 'Western Legends' takes Spurs and steps it up a notch, has WL "fired" Spurs for you? Personally, I'm keeping both because nothing can replace the dueling mechanic that Spurs uses (racing to be the first to draw two specific bullets from a bag). That, and how the drawing bullets mechanic is used for the rest of the game is enough of a reason to keep Spurs as well as WL. But given the way you manage your collection, I imagine you'll be letting one of them go. And I'm guessing it will be Spurs.
I'm worried about Spurs still getting played. It's one of my favourite games. A friend bought the game for my birthday as I love sandbox games and western games. If only there was some way to keep the bullets, the duels, and the mini board for cattle wrangling and horse breaking.
How does this play as a two player game? I've seen a lot of mixed feedback regarding lower player counts. While I appreciate your energy and enthusiasm when it comes to reviews I really don't think you're providing enough feedback from your own experiences. A good review shouldn't just tell people what you liked about a game but also what you didn't like and if it had any shortcomings, something which this review really lacks.
If you want a meaty game than GWT, without doubt. Western Legends is a fun party style game for me, chasing down and smacking each other...actions are dead simple, it feels like Bang: The Board Game, that works well with 4+ players.
2-6 players...come one, just write the truth, this is a 4-6 player game, with 2-3 players it`s sooo boring. It`s like palying Bang: The dice game with 3...works, but not fun.
I just played this last night and I thought it was amazing. I try not to rate games too highly after one play but I feel like this 1 can shoot up very high on the lists
I wish there would be a Western Legends in the Star Wars Universe. Smuggling, hunting Bounties through the Galaxy. Visit planets that have iconic places , like Tattoine with the cantina and Jabbas Palace to get your Bounty. Smuggle for the Rebellion or do the dirty work for the Empire. Holo chess (Dejarik) instead of Poker. I know that there is Outer Rim but that's not what I have in my mind. If any one knows some one from Fantasy Flight Games let me know and send me a copy.
That's a great idea! The closest thing I can think of is Xia: Legends of Drift System. You might want to consider checking it out. It's got smuggling, hunting bounties, but no rebellion vs empire stuff
I mean outer rim is basically a sandbox game in Star Wars with smuggling and bounties etc
they announced one last month
@@outtriggerWhat's the name?
There is dude! It's called 'star wars rebellion!' Look into it!
Awesome! Looking forward to receiving this soon.
Figured that this would go over well. Looking forward to getting the KS copy.
That feeling you get when you didn't back it on Kickstarter.
its still up for preorder on their website
The big box kickstarter is going to have a late pledge option.
@@CosmicTavern thanks
Should have pointed out that the component quality is really cheap, along with the box. Mine is bowing out when there has been nothing put on top of it. It's basically a $40 dollar game with a $80 price.
I had a similar experience when I got my copy recently. Some of the cards are so badly cut in my copy that I was thinking that I had a counterfeit copy.
Red Board Redemption
So glad I backed this.
I'm wishing I knew about it during the KS! $60 for the base plus both expansions? dude.
Am I the only one who saw this on South Park and said, “Please let the be a real game!”
Yeah and it was! I am thinking of buying it !
Rockstar could make a killing if they just slap red dead redemption on the cover
A very popular and critically acclaimed video game with the same theme.
Mikolaj Witkowski Where have u been for the past 10 years? Step up your question game.
Mikolaj Witkowski I was just kidding in my first comment my man. Just wanted to let u jnow cause u sound like a cool dude.
Rhino23 I was thinking I would have loved to have a Red Dead Redemption re-skin/theme in this!!!
Great review, thank you Dice Tower. I'm going to get this for my friend for Christmas. This looks like it will get quite a bit of table time.
One issue I’ve found with both Merchants and Marauders and Xia is that whilst the game says you can take any route to victory, almost always it seems you can’t win unless you turn Pirate/Raider etc. Basically if you just stick to buying and selling and doing odd jobs you don’t stand a chance.
This isn’t a moral problem with me, just that advertising them as Sand Box games never seems to ring true. They are more like worker placement where you will basically use every action option in the game at some point.
I’m concerned that this will be the same, if you don’t go outlaw at some point you’re not going to win. Particularly after Toms comment of several people claiming the outlaws “have it so much easier”.
I've been going back to watch the reviews to see if anyone is commenting on this problem. My friends and I have stumbled into a points feedback loop where (with a combo the hat gives you) you can gamble at the Saloon, get points, trade your money for points at the Cabaret, and crank out a win in just a handful of turns. The only solution we've discovered is for everyone to gamble or possibly spend all their time trying to rob the gambler. We still love the game, but are a bit bothered by how clear this exploit is.
Gosh damn it - I skipped on this kickstarter and I love the Western genre!
I like the components overall but they really should have made the poker shaped tokens bigger. The text on the back is nigh unreadable
PHEW.
Massive sigh of relief that you like it a lot.
It’s been my most anticipated game of the year.
Tom I know you really like spurs and it sounds like this game takes it to a new level
Soooooo beyond excited to play this.Probably my top anticipated game this year so far. Got a great demo at the KOLOSSAL booth at GENCON and I was even more excited to get this in. C'mon UPS! Get this to our house! I'm ready to start calling people daisies and huckleberries and all that jazz! Great review!
Can't wait for this to come in the mail!
So a western version of Merchant & Marauders
Enjoyed the review! I was just wondering if there was any solitaire variant or solitaire rules for this game?
The dude on the left of the cover box looks like Zee lmao
VOICE OF THE PEEOPLE
Excited for my KS pledge to arrive! Such a great game to look forward to playing soon! Game of the year?
Can't wait to receive my copy!
Totally preordered this! Can't wait to get it 🙏🏻
How is it? Is the the game good?
Between this, Carson City and Bang! (Both card and dice game), the western themed section of my collection can be considered complete.
I'm not much for flicking games, but if there is one to have, then Flick Em Up is it.
Shadracked Not into Dexterity games either so I will have to pass. But I appreciated the recommendation!
Wyatt Earp is another great Western-themed rummy game. Perfect for 3 players. Give it a look!
I would also recommend taking a look at Spurs. It is also sandbox style and it’s dueling system of drawing bullets from a bag is intense.
Revolver? Tiny Epic Western? Walnut Grove? Carson City the Card Game? Never enough Western games! :D
No mention that Zee is on the cover?
My problem with new games is when I don't know how to play, it always helps best when you know at least one person who knows how to play
Did this video include all the Kickstarter stretch goals or is this the retail version?
Hey Tom, what 2 out of 3 would you add on a shelf: WL, L&C, Robinson?
Wish it had a solo mode
Magnificent hat!
Did you play with or without the expansions? Are they critical to purchase?
Tom said that they did a live play of this, but I can't find it, where is it?
This game borrows many elements from 'Spurs', another spaghetti western themed sandbox game from 2013. You gave Spurs an absolutely glowing review then. But as 'Western Legends' takes Spurs and steps it up a notch, has WL "fired" Spurs for you?
Personally, I'm keeping both because nothing can replace the dueling mechanic that Spurs uses (racing to be the first to draw two specific bullets from a bag). That, and how the drawing bullets mechanic is used for the rest of the game is enough of a reason to keep Spurs as well as WL. But given the way you manage your collection, I imagine you'll be letting one of them go. And I'm guessing it will be Spurs.
I'm worried about Spurs still getting played. It's one of my favourite games. A friend bought the game for my birthday as I love sandbox games and western games. If only there was some way to keep the bullets, the duels, and the mini board for cattle wrangling and horse breaking.
thank youu
How do I get the Dice tower promo cards for western legends?
I heard that prospecting is OP
Does the store hold sleeved cards?
Western Legends or Spurs? or Carson City?
This game is western legen.. wait for it... ds! Western legends!! 😅
pretty intrigued
How's the expansion?
I want this just because I've never heard of a sandbox game.
Is it coming to retail?
Yes. I have no idea when though.
It's in retail from matagot in French, I don't know for English tho
The Wow Wow West!
How does this play as a two player game? I've seen a lot of mixed feedback regarding lower player counts. While I appreciate your energy and enthusiasm when it comes to reviews I really don't think you're providing enough feedback from your own experiences. A good review shouldn't just tell people what you liked about a game but also what you didn't like and if it had any shortcomings, something which this review really lacks.
Will it be out for retail?
I think you can still pre-order: kolossalgames.com/western-legends/?
How is it with two?
There is definitely room for a sandwich in that hat
Sounds a lot like Spurs: Tales of the Old West.
Why is this better than Spurs?
just too pricey if you didn't back it
It was also pricey to back it.
@@uniform1313 You can only get it from their website and select FLGS's
Those figures look really close to shadow of brimstone
This or GWT?
Apples and Oranges. Each game scratches a totally different itch.
If you want a meaty game than GWT, without doubt. Western Legends is a fun party style game for me, chasing down and smacking each other...actions are dead simple, it feels like Bang: The Board Game, that works well with 4+ players.
Interesting. BGG comments aren't very enthusiastic.
You know Trey Parker got on the kickstarter because the boys were playing this with a Priest this week on South Park #CancelSouthPark
2-6 players...come one, just write the truth, this is a 4-6 player game, with 2-3 players it`s sooo boring. It`s like palying Bang: The dice game with 3...works, but not fun.