Crab God

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Crab God is a single player simulation game. It was developed by outlaw69 and was released on June 20, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Crab God" is a simulation game where you play as the guardian of the abyss, leading the Great Migration to bring forth the next Crab God. Raise and nurture your colony of Crablings, commanding them to build coral reefs, fend off threats, and collect food. The goal is to successfully migrate to the depths with your egg and ensure the hatching of the next Crab God.

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Audience ScoreBased on 191 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features adorable crabs and beautiful underwater environments, making it visually stunning and enjoyable to play.
It has a unique blend of strategy and simulation mechanics, allowing players to manage their crab colony while contributing to real-world environmental causes.
The game offers replay value with different difficulty levels and the potential for future updates to expand content and gameplay depth.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with many players noting that runs do not significantly differ from one another.
There are technical issues such as lag and clunky UI, which can detract from the overall experience and make gameplay frustrating.
Some players expressed disappointment over the limited content and variety, feeling that the game does not provide enough challenge or meaningful progression.

gameplay
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a blend of resource management, rogue-like mechanics, and light tower defense elements, offering a fun and accessible experience, though some players feel it lacks depth and replayability. While the mechanics are well-crafted and include unique features like environmental contributions, the game can be frustrating due to issues like lost progress. Overall, it provides a balanced and enjoyable experience, particularly for those interested in its themes of marine conservation.
- “I'm currently in the works of getting my marine biology degree and can honestly say I love this game both for its actual gameplay and the amazing way the devs are turning this into one of many ways to help conserve the oceans.”
- “A really unique mix of colony sim, 'kingdoms' style expansion, rogue-like progression, and some quite clever environmental mechanics.”
- “Also, the in-game mechanics for contributing to sustainability causes is dope - I get so hyped when I see them in a level and it feels so naturally mixed in.”
- “While the atmosphere is quite immersive with all the beautiful fish swimming around, the game mechanics don't have enough depth to compel me to play more.”
- “Unfortunately, the gameplay does not have a lot of depth.”
- “Don't expect a deep gameplay experience.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
34%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the cute art style and stunning visuals, while others note that the graphics can appear outdated and require optimization. Players express a desire for more adjustable graphic settings and a greater variety of in-game flora and fauna to enhance the visual experience. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their charm and contribution to the game's atmosphere, despite some technical concerns.
- “Super short game but great graphics and gameplay.”
- “[i] Visual aesthetics - stunning graphics.”
- “Love the art style and music a lot!”
- “The graphics look outdated.”
- “If the game gets an optimization overhaul, increased adjustable graphic settings (love the visuals, but my eyes are bleeding) and at least an extension to the variety of flora and fauna, I'd happily buy the game back again for double the price.”
- “If the game gets an optimization overhaul, increased adjustable graphic settings (love the visuals, but my eyes are bleeding) and at least an extension to the variety of flora and fauna, I'd happily buy the game back again for double the price.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
87%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and pleasantness, complementing the beautifully crafted underwater environments. Players appreciate the engaging soundtrack, particularly enjoying the whimsical "crab song" that plays after completing levels. Overall, the music enhances the fun and immersive experience of the game.
- “The underwater environments are beautifully crafted, and the soundtrack is equally charming (love the crab song after a level is finished).”
- “Awesome game with heaps of charm and a great soundtrack.”
- “Love the art style and music a lot!”
replayability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
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Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players appreciate the game's replay value and multiple difficulty levels, others find it repetitive and lacking in true rogue-like elements. Despite these criticisms, many still recognize the potential for longevity and varied playthroughs by approaching the game differently.
- “I found this game to have great replay value.”
- “Replay value (5/5)”
- “It's technically a rogue-like, but there's not really any replay value.”
- “I wish it was a little less repetitive... but it does have replay value and three difficulty levels.”
- “It would also add replay value to do things differently.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and captivating environment, featuring beautiful visuals and fitting musical scores that enhance the experience of exploring the sea. However, some players feel that the lack of depth in game mechanics detracts from their overall engagement.
- “The game's tunes embody the atmosphere you would expect out of something that features the vast sea.”
- “Among the many levels, color palettes are generally very atmospheric and pleasing to look at.”
- “[i] immersive atmosphere - captivating environment.”
- “The game's tunes embody the atmosphere you would expect from something that features the vast sea.”
- “The environment feels lifeless and lacks any real sense of immersion.”
- “The visuals are dull and fail to create a captivating atmosphere.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong desire for an optimization overhaul, particularly in terms of adjustable graphic settings to enhance visual comfort and variety in the game's environment. While the current performance and gameplay are generally above average, improvements in these areas could significantly elevate the overall experience.
- “Performance or gameplay surpasses the passing mark and stands out from the average.”
- “If the game gets an optimization overhaul, increased adjustable graphic settings (love the visuals, but my eyes are bleeding), and at least an extension to the variety of flora and fauna, I'd happily buy the game back again for double the price.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game emotionally impactful, highlighting a strong sense of satisfaction derived from their choices that resonate in the real world. The emotional connection formed with in-game characters, referred to as "crablings," enhances the overall experience, making it more meaningful than typical gaming achievements.
- “It was a good little game, but the great part was that I helped the real world with my choices. Out of all my gaming accomplishments, this made me feel so much more satisfaction than I had ever gotten.”
- “I'm still in my first run, so I cannot comment on the roguelike aspect of the game (which I'll update the review in the future), and the runs are rather long, but I respect that due to the emotional connection that you make with your crablings; still, I highly recommend this game!”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a compelling and engaging storyline where players assume the role of a crab deity tasked with managing a colony of crablings to incubate the next crab god. This unique premise adds depth to the narrative, making it an intriguing experience for players.
- “The game features a compelling storyline with an engaging narrative.”
- “You are a crab deity that manages a colony of crablings on the quest of incubating the next, like the game's title, Crab God.”
- “The story is confusing and lacks depth, making it hard to engage with the characters.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to provide a compelling reason to care about the outcome.”
- “While the premise is unique, the execution of the story leaves much to be desired, resulting in a lack of emotional investment.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game heavily relies on microtransactions, with multiple reviews highlighting the prevalence of in-game purchases.
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that while pursuing all achievements can lead to a grindy experience, the game allows for casual play, which is appreciated. However, some find the mechanics, such as holding speedup and selecting upgrades, to be tedious over time.
- “It got quite tedious to hold speedup, release to select a new upgrade, then hold again.”
- “If you want all the achievements, I imagine it could get grindy, but the fact that you can just play the game casually and enjoy it is a boon in my books.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and funny aesthetics, which contrast with the serious challenges and tough decisions players must face, creating a playful yet thought-provoking experience.
- “And don't get me wrong, it's not because it looks cute and funny that there aren't pretty challenges and tough decisions to make (be ready to sacrifice your shell-abilities!)”