Oddworld Stranger's Wrath is an action-adventure game set in the unique Oddworld universe, featuring a blend of third-person platforming and first-person shooting gameplay. Players control a bounty hunter known as the Stranger, who can switch between melee and ranged combat. The objective involves capturing outlaws to earn moolah, while utilizing stealth tactics to navigate challenges.
Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath is set in the fictional Oddworld universe, differing in many ways from the preceding installment. The game incorporates two basic genres: third-person platforming action and first-person shooter. The player can switch between the modes at any time by using a melee or a ranged weapon, respectively. The goal of the game, for the most part, is to bag the outlaws and bring them in, collecting "moolah" (the game's currency) in the process. The Stranger can stun or knock down enemies, as well as use a stealthy approach, e.g. hiding in long grass to surprise the enemy.