Fight Crab 2
- February 13, 2024
- Calappa Games
Get on SteamFight Crab 2 is a crustacean-centered combat game where players mount armor-clad crabs and engage in epic battles. With over 20 crab types, 70+ weapons, and 40+ abilities, customization options are plentiful. Dual-wield weapons, leverage obstacles, and engage in physics-based battles to destroy enemies' pride in various arenas.
Reviews
- Improved graphics and more level variety compared to the first game.
- Fun and chaotic gameplay with a surprisingly deep combat system.
- Engaging single-player and multiplayer content with unique crab and weapon mechanics.
- Unnecessary weapon durability mechanic and in-game purchases detract from the experience.
- Lower frame rates and control issues make gameplay frustrating at times.
- Some features from the first game, like co-op modes, are missing or less enjoyable.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Fight Crab 2 is characterized by its fast-paced and fun combat, building on the zany mechanics of its predecessor while introducing new single-player, cooperative, and multiplayer content. Although some players find the weapon durability mechanic unnecessary, the diverse inventories and responsive controls enhance the overall experience, allowing for creative movements and strategies. The game's mechanics are described as delightfully wonky, contributing to its unique charm.
“As an early access title, Fight Crab 2 builds upon the combative zaniness of its predecessor and succeeds in delivering extremely fun and fast-paced gameplay, backed by a plethora of new single player, cooperative, and multiplayer content.”
“Both weapon and crab inventories are diverse and in a good direction with balancing efforts between offline and online gameplay.”
“Unnecessary weapon durability mechanic.”
“Gameplay controls are responsive and allow for dexterous cheliped movements like dabbing – as mudflat denizens do when disputing territories.”
“[04] experienced with Fight Crab 1 gameplay, mechanics, update history.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its quality and the impressive selection of stage music.
“This is a very good game, with sick music.”
“The stage music selection is fantastic.”
“The stage music selection is incredibly repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the music in the game to be bland and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, leaving me disappointed.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is enhanced by a diverse range of missions, including defense, rescue, and tag team fights, which provide players with in-game currency rewards and help track personal statistics. This variety adds depth and engagement to the overall narrative experience.
“The missions feature is convenient for keeping track of personal statistics while providing in-game currency rewards as milestones are met.”
“Missions have more variety than I'd expect from a fighter; I've encountered defense, rescue missions, and tag team fights all in my first hour. Who knows what else could be in there?”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently highlight the improved graphics, noting a significant enhancement in visual quality compared to previous iterations.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as being overly aggressive, with many users perceiving it as a cash grab rather than a fair or balanced approach to in-game purchases.
“It's just a cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
“I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
