Crab Dub

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Crab Dub is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Anatoliy Loginovskikh and was released on January 19, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

In "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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Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews

music11 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a catchy and enjoyable soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Crab Dub offers a unique blend of gameplay mechanics across its different zones, providing variety and challenge.
The retro pixel art style is charming and adds a nostalgic feel to the game.

The lack of a tutorial and unclear objectives make the game frustrating and difficult to navigate.
Controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to many frustrating deaths and a poor gameplay experience.
The game is very short, with many players completing it in under an hour, which may not justify the price.

music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 music is often highlighted as a strong point, its execution and integration into the gameplay have left some players wanting more.
- “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, it's a travesty it didn't win Game of the Year 2017.”
- “The soundtrack in this game is actually really nice, and the gameplay is quirky, but achievements come to you sonic fast!”
- “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.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it frustrating due to unclear mechanics and poor controls, particularly during boss fights and challenging sequences. While some appreciate the variety of gameplay styles and the quirky nature of the mechanics, others criticize the hitboxes and repetitive elements that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a unique but often frustrating gameplay experience that may not appeal to everyone.
- “The game has an unconventional gameplay, the soundtrack is nice, graphics are good.”
- “Each of the three levels offers a unique and different gameplay.”
- “The reason I call this game indie is because of the variety of gameplay and tactics that you can implement to complete each side quest.”
- “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.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the charming 2D sprite artwork and its pleasing aesthetic, while others criticize the use of outdated retro pixel art and the lack of resolution options or visual tweaks. Overall, while the visuals are considered decent and fit well with the game's quirky style, they are seen as compromised and lacking in distinction between various elements.
- “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.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 its story with gameplay, resulting in a disjointed experience that lacks engaging storytelling elements. 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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 towards positive reviews, suggesting a supportive community atmosphere.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments that catch you off guard.”
- “The witty dialogue and playful banter between characters add a delightful layer of humor that makes the experience even more enjoyable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game features a grindy achievement, primarily focused on farming cards, which may appeal to those who enjoy repetitive tasks for rewards.
- “This game is good for farming cards only.”
- “Grindy achievement: yes (1 achievement).”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.
- “To start off, the music made me cry with its emotional beats and sadness.”