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The Western tag refers to a genre of games that are set in the Wild West, a historical period and geographical location that is commonly associated with cowboys, outlaws, and the expansion of western civilization in North America. Games with the "Western" tag often embody the atmosphere, themes, and tropes typically found in Western movies and literature.

The Western genre typically showcases elements such as:

• Setting The games take place in landscapes reminiscent of the American Old West. Expect vast deserts, canyons, frontier towns, and rugged wilderness. Iconic locations like saloons, ranches, train stations, gold mines may also be featured.
• Characters Cowboys or gunslingers are central characters within Western-themed games. These may include lawmen seeking justice or bounty hunters chasing down wanted outlaws. Native American tribes or other groups can also play roles within these stories.
• Storytelling & Themes Western tales often revolve around themes of lawlessness vs. order, individualism vs. community, honor codes vs. moral ambiguity. They tend to narrate stories concerning revenge, frontier life challenges (like survival), conflicts between settlers/ranchers and Native Americans/open range, or exploring different cultures' clashes during that time period.
Some well-known examples of Western-themed games include:
• Red Dead Redemption 2: This open-world action-adventure game by Rockstar Games immerses players into an expansive Wild West setting at the turn of the 20th century where they assume the role of outlaw Arthur Morgan
• Call of Juarez: This first-person shooter franchise developed by Techland is set in the Wild West era, letting players experience gunfights and bounty hunter narratives in historical locations.
• West of Loathing: A humorous role-playing game (RPG) with a stick-figure art style that blends traditional Western themes with humor and absurdity. Players embark on a comedic journey through the Weird West as they solve puzzles, engage in duels, and encounter bizarre characters.

Western games provide players with an opportunity to delve into a romanticized version of the American frontier during the Wild West era. With their distinct settings, iconic characters, and compelling narratives, these games offer an immersive experience that captures the spirit of the Old West.

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