Ferret Scoundrels

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Ferret Scoundrels is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Cryogenic Entertainment and was released on May 9, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Ferret Scoundrels is a nautical adventure where ferretkind brave the high seas to trade, explore, and battle pirates in a lawless, dangerous world. Players manage their vessel, engage in tactical naval combat, and navigate shifting alliances to uncover treasures and build their fortune. Strategic trading and cunning combat are key to thriving in this unforgiving ocean frontier.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a charming and immersive experience with its unique ferret characters and engaging pirate-themed gameplay.
Sailing mechanics are enjoyable, with a weighty feel and beautiful sea graphics that enhance the overall experience.
There is a good variety of gameplay elements, including exploration, trading, and ship combat, which keep the game entertaining.

The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates or support from the developers for an extended period.
There are significant issues with saving progress, as the map resets upon exiting the game, making it frustrating for players.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the camera control and visibility issues with sails, detract from the overall experience.

story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story primarily revolves around maritime adventures, where players engage in quests, trade goods, and battle ships. Players can earn points through various activities such as sinking pirate ships, discovering islands, and completing missions, all while navigating a vibrant world filled with opportunities for exploration and conflict.
- “The story is engaging and filled with good fun.”
- “There are plenty of quests to embark on, each adding depth to the narrative.”
- “The game offers a rich experience with trading goods, discovering deserted islands, and engaging in missions that enhance the storyline.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
- “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or emotional impact.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with users noting that while they are simple, the sea visuals stand out positively. Some players initially found the graphics off-putting, but overall, the game's aesthetic is appreciated, especially in the context of its single-player experience compared to others like Sea of Thieves.
- “The good: graphics are simple, but the sea looks good.”
- “Great graphics.”
- “At first, the graphics threw me off.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is actively being addressed by the developers, who are consistently releasing substantial content updates, bug fixes, and performance enhancements. Players have noted significant improvements in a short period, indicating a strong commitment to refining the game's performance.
- “The developers are consistently releasing substantial content updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements, even in the short time since I started playing.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly on a variety of hardware configurations.”
- “I appreciate how the developers listen to player feedback and make adjustments to enhance the overall performance of the game.”
gameplay
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Gameplay features three distinct factions—pirate, trade, and military—each with their own mechanics: pirates are universally disliked, trade offers lucrative opportunities, and the military is focused on eliminating pirates. This creates a dynamic environment where players must navigate faction relationships and objectives.
- “The game features three distinct factions: pirates, traders, and military, each with unique mechanics. Pirates are universally disliked, trade offers lucrative opportunities, and the military is focused on eliminating pirate threats.”
- “Gameplay is engaging with a well-balanced interaction between the three factions, creating a dynamic environment where players must navigate alliances and rivalries.”
- “The mechanics of the game encourage strategic thinking, as players must consider the implications of their actions on their relationships with each faction.”
- “The game has the standard three factions: pirate, trade, and military, each with predictable mechanics: everyone (even pirates) hates pirates, trade is lucrative, and the military wants you to shoot all the pirates.”
- “Gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The mechanics are overly simplistic, which detracts from the overall experience and makes it feel more like a chore than a game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, contributing significantly to the overall experience with great sound design.
- “The game features great sound and music that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is fantastic and really sets the mood for each level.”
- “I love the variety of music tracks; they keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.”
stability
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Overall, users report encountering minor glitches and bugs, indicating that while the game is stable, there are still issues that need addressing. Players express hope for future updates to improve stability, particularly with the addition of multiplayer features.
- “I ran into a few minor glitches.”
- “Yes, there are still some bugs and glitches, but they are working on it.”
- “Add multiplayer eventually, please, even if it's buggy and terrible; it will open up a world of silliness.”