Cellfish

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"Cellfish" is a survival-roguelite game where you play as a cell collecting food in the ocean while fighting off enemy cells. Each playthrough is unique with randomized levels and enemies. Unlockable abilities and character customization options let you tailor your playstyle and appearance. Learn to dodge challenging attack patterns of various opponents and bosses to survive.

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Single-Player

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Cellfish offers a unique variety of enemies and playstyles, making each run engaging and requiring players to adapt their strategies.
The game features excellent sound design and audio cues, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
Customization options for characters and weapons add depth and replayability, allowing players to experiment with different builds.

Boss fights can be tedious and frustrating, often requiring players to navigate around swarms of enemies without effective crowd control.
The upgrade system lacks variety and balance, leading to runs that can feel unfair or reliant on luck.
Some players find the game difficult, especially at higher levels, which may deter those looking for a more casual experience.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
45%
13%
The gameplay is characterized by engaging enemy design and a well-executed top-down shooter format, reminiscent of the "Vampire Survivors" gameplay loop. Players appreciate the unique combinations of abilities and the smooth mechanics, though some find the lack of tutorials and occasional unfavorable ability choices can lead to frustrating runs. Overall, the game offers solid replayability and a fair challenge, enhanced by excellent sound design.
- “Cellfish and Halls of Torment are on top in terms of enemy design, and to me, that makes for more engaging gameplay.”
- “Well-executed top-down shooter with a Vampire Survivors-like gameplay loop.”
- “Solid gameplay with excellent sound design makes Cellfish a fantastic experience.”
- “The game mechanics can be a bit tricky at first, since there's no tutorial or guides.”
- “Took a few attempts to figure out some more obscure mechanics.”
- “The customization options are cute, but the actual mechanical unlocks are very limited and don't really alter the basic playstyle of your cell.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music and sound design in the game are highly praised, with many users rating the music a perfect 10/10. The chill soundtrack enhances the addictive gameplay, encouraging players to keep returning for more, while the ASMR-like sound effects contribute to an overall satisfying experience.
- “Chill music and it keeps tempting to play just one more time with the abilities that unlock when you game over.”
- “Very addictive survivor-like with excellent music and extremely satisfying ASMR-like sound design.”
- “Music and sound design is on point.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The graphics are described as a unique blend of cute and unnerving, drawing inspiration from the visuals of "Spore," which adds a nostalgic touch. However, some users find the minimalist approach to be overly bland, detracting from the overall aesthetic experience.
- “Overall aesthetic is an awesome mix of cute and unnerving.”
- “I feel like there is an influence of Spore in the visuals, which is dope.”
- “The graphics and sound are minimalist to the point of blandness.”
- “Vampire Survivors-like game with a cell aesthetic similar to the first level of Spore.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a traditional narrative, focusing instead on gameplay elements such as enemies, levels, and strategies, which offer opportunities for exploration and discovery rather than a cohesive story.
- “The story is rich and engaging, offering players a deep narrative experience.”
- “The plot is filled with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
- “There is so much to explore and uncover in the story, making it more than just a challenge.”
- “No story.”
- “The game lacks a compelling narrative.”
- “There is minimal story development, making the experience feel shallow.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when facing bosses that require repetitive circling and evasion tactics. This often leads to a frustrating experience, with some suggesting that it feels like players need an extra life just to manage the grinding involved.
- “The biggest downside is that bosses are generally insanely tedious to kill because you have to deal with flying in circles avoiding the swarm.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, attributing it to its unique combat abilities and engaging challenges. The smooth gameplay and impressive sound design further enhance the experience, making it a worthwhile investment for repeated playthroughs.
- “For the price, it has a lot of replayability, and the different abilities to fight the enemies are very unique.”
- “Incredible sound design and very smooth gameplay; challenging in a good way with great replayability.”

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