Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath

Product description:

Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath is a unique blend of first-person shooter, third-person action, and western adventure, set in the bizarre and satirical Oddworld universe. You play as Stranger, a mysterious bounty hunter with a secret, who earns money by capturing outlaws dead or alive with his biological weapons. The game distinguishes itself with its original setting, innovative gameplay, and a strong story with an unexpected twist.

Three interesting facts:

1. Live ammo – literally
   Stranger doesn't use standard ammunition, but instead shoots small living creatures such as biting wasps, exploding furballs, or sticky spider-like creatures from his crossbow. Each "ammo" has unique properties, leading to creative tactics during combat.
2. Two playstyles in one game
   You seamlessly switch between third-person (for running, platforming, and melee attacks) and first-person (for precise shooting action). This hybrid system was rare and innovative in 2005 and made the gameplay particularly dynamic.
3. Story with surprising depth
   What begins as a rough hunt for fugitives, halfway through transforms into an emotionally charged story with societal themes such as exploitation, ecology, and identity — something the Oddworld series is known for.

Rating: 8/10