Crab Dub
- January 19, 2017
- Anatoliy Loginovskikh
Get on SteamIn "Crab Dub," players must stop the evil Dr. Taco's plans to conquer the ocean by building an army of Cyber-Crabs. The game featuresclicker elements and a vibrant color palette, with all objects animated and five types of weapons to choose from. The underwater setting and unique premise offer a refreshing take on the traditional shooter genre.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and quirky art style that appeals to fans of retro pixel graphics.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, with many players enjoying the music throughout the game.
- Some players found the gameplay to be challenging yet fun, providing a sense of accomplishment upon mastering the mechanics.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial, leaving players confused about objectives and controls, which can lead to frustration.
- Controls are often described as clunky and unresponsive, particularly the mouse aiming and double jump mechanics.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to concerns about its overall value.
- music28 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the soundtrack as "godly" and "catchy," enhancing the overall experience. However, some users noted issues with repetitiveness and a lack of variety, which detracted from their enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack is often highlighted as a strong point, the accompanying sound effects and gameplay mechanics have drawn criticism.
“The soundtrack is godly, from the main menu to the death screen every song is an actual banger.”
“This game owns and its soundtrack is turbo bangers only, honestly a travesty it didn't win Game of the Year 2017.”
“The music made me cry with its emotional beats and sadness.”
“Frankly it's just too boring and experimental, especially with the music, that I still somehow hear even though I uninstalled the game like an hour ago.”
“The presentation is mediocre, especially with the music being random and repeating on new levels/deaths.”
“Maybe it isn't my genre, but I hate that soundtrack and it's so hard for me.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is marked by frustrating controls and unclear mechanics, particularly during boss fights and final levels, leading to a lack of enjoyment and frequent deaths. While some players appreciate the variety of gameplay styles and challenging elements across different zones, others find the experience repetitive and poorly executed, with issues like wonky hitboxes and a lack of guidance. Overall, the game presents an interesting concept but suffers from significant execution flaws that detract from the overall experience.
“Crab Dub is a mouse platformer game with different mechanics in each zone.”
“Each of the three levels offers a unique and different gameplay.”
“The game has an unconventional gameplay; the soundtrack is nice, and the graphics are good.”
“Additionally, the boss level isn't really all that fun to play, mainly because of the frustrating controls and mechanics.”
“This game is actually interesting, but there is nothing to explain how it's played, which is kind of lame when you have some strange mechanics.”
“Controls are annoying, and you die mainly because the mouse mechanics don't work.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some users appreciate the charming 2D sprite artwork and find it visually pleasing, others criticize the reliance on outdated retro pixel art and the lack of resolution options or visual tweaks, leading to compromised visuals. Overall, the graphics are described as decent but lacking stylistic distinction, with some enjoyment found in the quirky aesthetic and fitting soundtrack.
“The graphics for the game are very decently done, the sounds and OST fit in well with the game and will be enjoyed.”
“Graphics and soundtrack are nice.”
“In contrast, the visuals are pleasing to the eye that it would still hold up if everything else was improved on.”
“While the artwork is charming as always, it's badly presented here.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“Resolution is locked and can't be changed, and there's no visual or graphics tweaks, so there's no way to improve the compromised visuals.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story of "Crab Dub" revolves around the struggle against the evil Dr. Taco at the ocean's depths, but it is criticized for its lack of clarity and depth, leaving players confused about the narrative. Users feel that the game fails to effectively integrate storytelling with gameplay, resulting in a disjointed experience that lacks engaging elements and explanations. Overall, while the premise hints at a moral about perseverance, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“I’m not going to waste time rephrasing the story, so you can have it straight from the store page: 'Deep, deep down at the bottom of the ocean is where the evil Dr. Taco reigns.'”
“Its mission is to eliminate the cats and anyone else who stands in Dr. Taco’s way.”
“Crab Dub falls squarely into that category, a game whose story, art, gameplay, and entire concept are virtually impenetrable.”
“Though, with a story obviously being a part of the game, instead of having random levels thrown in, nothing is really explained.”
“If more care was put into making this more enjoyable, putting in more than one music track, and an implementation of the story and how to play other than how to move.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that the game involves a significant amount of grinding, particularly for farming cards, with at least one achievement tied to this aspect. Overall, it caters well to those who enjoy repetitive tasks for rewards.
“This game is good for farming cards only.”
“Grindy achievement: yes (1 achievement).”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its powerful music, which evokes strong feelings and has the ability to bring players to tears with its poignant melodies and themes of sadness.
“The music made me cry with its emotional beats and sadness.”
“The story touched my heart and left me feeling a deep sense of connection to the characters.”
“I was overwhelmed by the emotional depth of the narrative; it resonated with my own experiences.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be light-hearted and generally well-received, with users playfully commenting on the lack of negative feedback for positive reviews, suggesting a supportive community atmosphere.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch; I found myself laughing out loud at the clever dialogue and hilarious situations.”
“I love how the game blends humor with gameplay; it keeps things light-hearted and entertaining throughout.”
“The witty banter between characters adds so much charm and makes every interaction a joy.”
