Deadwater Saloon

scratches an itch i never knew existed, and does it perfectly!

콘텐츠가 모호한 정치 경영 게임이다. 게임을 간략하게 비유하자면, 최민식 주연의 드라마'카지노' 같은 게임이다. 무법시대에 온갖 간계와 술수를 통하여 사람들을 제거하거나 내편으로 만들어 법 위에 있는 존재가 되어 거물이 되는것이 이 게임의 목표인것 같다. 다만, 생각보다 평화롭고 별일 없는 시골촌의 분위기로 가는 경향이 있는것 같다. 게임이 상당히 지루한편이고, 특히 후반부가 너무 루즈하다. 다른 부분은 취향껏 하되 '마을 성장 빠름', '나쁜놈들 많음' 설정으로 가야 조금이나마 다이나믹 하게 즐길 수 있다.

In two days I burned through 70% of the content and took out the main boss out (Chop). I got paid $200 on his $1000 bounty (oops) The game played well (not many crashes/bugs) and does remind me of Old World/ Restaurant Story and the Sims to some degree . It's visually appealing, music is good. However, the ambiance could use some work still. The saloon ambiance chatter is like people with socks in their mouths. :| I liked a lot of the encounters- Clever/ Well written. Overall; I got the game for a discount and considering the amount of story-line and content I'd say I barely got my money's worth. Suggestion: More Story-lines, More Immersion, More Character Models. I'm shelving this one for a while. Hopefully we see more.

Perfect casual game.

No updates, no fixes. Just another abandoned Playway game.

Reading the other reviews in here people are expecting too much for a game of this price. Yes, there are a lot of things that could be improved in the game but come on, for 16€- it's worth it. And as I see it, there will probably only be more added things in the future. Download the demo and try it if you're unsure.

Deadwater Saloon is an ambitious management and role-playing hybrid developed by Tanglefoot Games and Creative Storm Entertainment, and published by CreativeForge Games alongside PlayWay S.A.. Set in a harsh and morally flexible Wild West frontier, the game places you in charge of building, running, and ultimately shaping the reputation of a saloon that can become anything from a respectable social hub to a lawless den of vice. Rather than focusing purely on numbers and efficiency, the game leans heavily into atmosphere and personal choice, framing the saloon not just as a business but as a living extension of your character’s identity and ethics. The experience begins with character creation, where personal attributes directly influence how the game unfolds. Skills tied to persuasion, crafting, combat, and social manipulation affect everything from drink quality and customer satisfaction to how effectively you navigate conflicts and relationships in town. This RPG-like layer gives the simulation a personal angle, making success feel tied not just to optimal layouts or profit margins, but to who your character is and how they operate in a volatile frontier society. Your reputation develops organically, shaped by choices that can earn respect, fear, or outright hostility from the surrounding population. Running the saloon itself is the core of the experience and where the game shows both its strengths and its rough edges. Construction and expansion allow for a surprising amount of freedom, letting you design interiors, add specialized rooms, and decide how extravagant or seedy your establishment becomes. Gambling tables, entertainment spaces, and more illicit additions all affect the kind of clientele you attract. Balancing supply chains, alcohol production, food preparation, and pricing becomes an ongoing challenge, especially early on when resources are scarce and mistakes can quickly snowball into financial trouble. The systems are deep, but often intentionally opaque, pushing players to learn through experimentation rather than clear tutorials. Staff management adds another demanding layer, as employees each bring unique traits, skills, and problems. Hiring bartenders, cooks, entertainers, guards, and other specialists is essential for growth, but every worker represents both an investment and a potential liability. Fatigue, illness, morale, and personal vices can all interfere with smooth operation, forcing you to make hard decisions about loyalty versus efficiency. Unexpected events such as brawls, fires, moral crusades, or criminal interference can disrupt even well-run operations, reinforcing the sense that life on the frontier is unpredictable and rarely fair. What distinguishes Deadwater Saloon from more conventional management sims is its integration with the wider town. The settlement grows alongside your business, and your actions influence local politics, economics, and social dynamics. Relationships with sheriffs, preachers, traders, and rivals can open new opportunities or spark long-term conflicts. The game allows for romance, alliances, betrayal, and even outright criminal behavior, giving it a strong emergent storytelling quality. These interactions help create memorable moments where success or failure feels narratively earned rather than mechanically scripted. Visually and technically, the game is serviceable rather than polished. The presentation effectively conveys the gritty Western atmosphere, but animations, interface clarity, and overall responsiveness can feel rough, particularly during busy management phases. Some systems lack clear feedback, which can make setbacks feel confusing rather than instructive. This uneven polish contributes to the game’s mixed reception, as players who enjoy dense sandbox simulations may embrace the chaos, while others may struggle with the learning curve and lack of refinement. Ultimately, Deadwater Saloon is a game defined by its ambition. It attempts to merge deep management, role-playing, and emergent narrative within a setting that thrives on moral ambiguity and instability. While it does not always succeed in balancing complexity with clarity, it offers a distinctive experience for players willing to invest time and patience. For fans of simulation games who enjoy experimentation, storytelling through systems, and the freedom to carve out a personal path in a hostile world, it provides a compelling and often memorable journey through the dust, danger, and opportunity of the Wild West. Rating: 6/10