Gangs of Sherwood

Gangs of Sherwood launched November 30, 2023, with StreamerHouse pulling 283 viewers after multiple delays pushed the steampunk Robin Hood game from October 19 to November 2 to its final late-November release. The cooperative action game for 1-4 players reimagined Sherwood legends through Philosopher's Stones giving the Sheriff's armies unprecedented power, creating a steampunk twist on the classic tale. Playable characters included Robin (archer), Little John (melee combos), Maid Marian (fast assassin), and Friar Tuck (tank/healer), each with distinct playstyles for co-op synergy. The delays cited player feedback driving fine-tuning, though critical reception details remain scarce—no major review outlets extensively covered it, suggesting modest marketing and limited pre-release buzz. The game launched on PS5, Xbox Series, PC (Steam and Epic) without making significant waves in the crowded holiday 2023 release window. StreamerHouse streaming it gave exposure during the critical launch period, but Gangs of Sherwood represents the harsh reality of AA co-op games—unique concepts can't guarantee audiences when competing against AAA titans and established franchises. Sometimes being interesting isn't enough; timing, marketing, and luck matter just as much as quality.