Fish Person Shooter
- May 20, 2021
- 8AH
Get on Steam"Fish Person Shooter" is a fast-paced action game where you play as a savior of the seas, battling against mutated sea creatures. Utilize a variety of unique weapons and abilities to fight through underwater levels filled with danger. Upgrade your character and customize your loadout to fit your playstyle as you progress through the game's story.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and charming art style that stands out among retro FPS titles.
- The grappling hook mechanic adds depth to both combat and traversal, making gameplay more engaging.
- Combat is satisfying with solid weapon mechanics, and the humor throughout the game enhances the overall experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
- Platforming sections, particularly in later levels, can feel janky and unrefined, impacting the overall flow of the game.
- The music is repetitive and can become tiresome quickly, detracting from the immersive experience.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a blend of old-school "boomer shooter" elements and innovative mechanics, featuring a fun grappling hook and unique level designs that range from pirate ships to ancient ruins. While the game excels in its core combat and movement dynamics, it lacks some expected traversal mechanics like sliding and climbing, which could enhance the experience. Overall, the combination of engaging mechanics and a whimsical art style creates an entertaining, if somewhat simplistic, first-person shooter experience.
“The gameplay is obviously inspired by the old-school 'boomer shooter' but it is so much more.”
“The game features unique mechanics that give it a niche among the classic shooters it parodies - it has a hook, in more ways than one.”
“It feels so good to play an FPS in which the core gameplay involves dodging, after so many years of boring cover shooting.”
“While there is a multi-purpose grappling hook, it lacks many traversal mechanics that you would expect to get with a grappling hook, such as swinging, climbing, and rappelling.”
“The game also lacks some other much-needed movement mechanics, such as sliding; hell, even crouching.”
“The only times I really switched away from the shotgun were when I ran out of ammo or was forced to use another weapon for a mechanics-based boss fight.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and lacking variety, as it often consists of a single looping track. However, others appreciate its fitting blend with the game's theme and pacing, noting that while it may be monotonous, it is not overly intrusive. Overall, the soundtrack's quality is acknowledged, but its limited variation detracts from the experience for many players.
“The aesthetic and soundtrack are unlike any of the other boomer shooters out there.”
“The soundtrack and the way it seemingly blends with the game and its theme is incredible.”
“The music is also superb and fits the pacing of the combat well.”
“Terrible music though and a tad too many puzzles.”
“To my knowledge, the soundtrack only has one song which loops throughout the entire game, and if there are more, then there's not enough variation to tell the difference.”
“The only flaws I can think to mention are ones that would be expected to be hammered out with time, as this game is very early access; bugs, 3D models and set pieces that could do with a touch up, a lack of music and currently few levels.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a unique, hand-drawn art style reminiscent of early 2000s internet comics, which is both charming and visually appealing. While some may find the cartoonish aesthetic childlike, it effectively complements the gameplay and adds to the overall entertainment value, distinguishing it from other titles in the boomer shooter genre. The combination of fun humor, unique weapon designs, and a fitting soundtrack enhances the game's candid and engaging atmosphere.
“The art style is very unique; it's like a hand-drawn early 2000s internet comic style, which is very pleasing to the eyes.”
“The harpoon mechanic is awesome, and the art style contributes to the overall feeling of candid entertainment that the player experiences; much like Team Fortress 2, if the developer had chosen a different style, it wouldn't work—it fits perfectly.”
“I was willing to look past the cartoonish, childlike art style under the condition that the gameplay was fun, but after playing through the game in its entirety, I couldn’t help but keep referring back to it as 'baby’s first boomer shooter.'”
“While the art style may seem unpolished at first, it actually contains quite a lot of charm, and makes it stand out from similar games of the genre that all usually look very similar.”
“The aesthetic and soundtrack are unlike any of the other boomer shooters out there.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is somewhat lacking, with notable bugs and glitches present, particularly in the enemy armor drop and checkpoint mechanics. However, the issues are fewer than in many other titles, especially considering it was developed by a single person, leaving players hopeful for improvements in future updates.
“While it's not as buggy as some games we've seen this year, it's definitely not what I'd call stable.”
“The system of enemies dropping armor, and the ability to use said armor to create checkpoints, is quite interesting, even if the mechanic is a bit buggy at the moment.”
“This gets me looking forward to playing the game without the bugs and glitches of early access, although they are really not as numerous as I would expect for a game developed by only one person.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a cute art style complemented by engaging humor that effectively entertains players during gameplay. Reviewers highlight its fun and comedic elements, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
“The art style is cute, with lots of fun humor that can keep you entertained between the shooting.”
“Very funny and fun game!”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is straightforward, providing a basic narrative framework that complements the gameplay, while the combat system is noted to be engaging and enjoyable.
“The story is quite simple and lacks depth, making it feel unengaging.”
“The narrative feels rushed and fails to develop the characters properly.”
“I found the plot predictable and uninspired, which diminished my overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that they enjoy revisiting levels and completing them quickly.
“I'm going through the levels as fast as I can, and the replayability of the game is great!”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the emotional impact of the game due to repeated encounters with game-breaking bugs, which detracted from their initial experience and enjoyment. The structural issues and crashes led to a negative first impression, overshadowing any potential emotional engagement with the gameplay.
