Fishards

About Fishards

Fishards is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Rivernotch Game Studio and was released on November 3, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

In this game you are wizard fish with legs that can combine 5 elements to create unique spells! Battle strangers, friends or hordes of evils Fishards by simply joining or hosting a room.

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94%Audience ScoreBased on 218 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a unique spell-combining mechanic, appealing especially to fans of Magicka and similar games.
Excellent multiplayer experience best enjoyed with friends, supported by a welcoming community and active developer engagement.
Runs smoothly on almost any computer with charming, low-poly graphics and a catchy soundtrack, providing a high quality experience for a free game.

Sparse player base and dead or bot-filled servers, making it difficult to find active multiplayer matches without friends.
Somewhat steep learning curve due to complex spell combos and confusing mechanics for new players.
Limited content and replayability, with repetitive gameplay and a lack of long-term progression and updates.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its chaotic, fast-paced, and engaging party-style arena battles with smooth mechanics centered around unique, on-the-fly spell combinations. Simple to learn but challenging to master, it offers versatile, fun PvP experiences enhanced by a charming low-poly aesthetic and a catchy soundtrack. Overall, it delivers a polished, lighthearted, and highly enjoyable multiplayer experience.
- “A perfect distillation of the chaotic LAN/couch splitscreen party action atmosphere, with unique mechanics of on-the-fly spell swaps and an adorable tropical low-poly aesthetic that makes for a slapstick delight.”
- “Highly underrated game with a unique gameplay concept where you can combine elements to create different spells.”
- “Once you get used to the controls, the gameplay is very fun and engaging, especially with friends.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game features a charming, unique blend of low-poly and semi-pixelated graphics that are both aesthetically pleasing and nostalgic, enhancing its playful and chaotic party atmosphere. Its art style is consistently praised for being adorable, fun, and distinctive, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyable experience. Additionally, the graphics run smoothly across various platforms, supporting engaging local multiplayer sessions.
- “A perfect distillation of the chaotic LAN/couch splitscreen party action atmosphere, and the unique mechanics of on-the-fly spell swaps and the adorable tropical low-poly aesthetic makes for a slapstick delight.”
- “A novel and very fun game with amazing graphics and music!”
- “It has awesome gameplay, very cool retro looking graphics and a catchy soundtrack which you might find yourself humming along to at times.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's music is widely praised for being catchy, energetic, and enjoyable, often described as a "banger" that players find themselves humming. It complements the fun, retro-inspired gameplay and art style, enhancing the overall multiplayer experience.
- “Music for this game absolutely slaps and the gameplay isn't that bad either.”
- “It has awesome gameplay, very cool retro-looking graphics, and a catchy soundtrack which you might find yourself humming along to at times.”
- “A novel and very fun game with amazing graphics and music!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game features a humorous and entertaining atmosphere, enhanced by playful elements like funny hats, making it fun to play with friends. However, some users note the lack of an active online community.
- “Great game, funny and fun to play with friends. It definitely requires skill and quick thinking.”
- “You can get funny hats for burning your friends.”
- “Funny game but no one's online.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The story presents a compelling shift in allegiance and purpose, focusing on a protagonist whose mission evolves beyond national loyalty toward a greater cause. This narrative adds depth and personal motivation, enhancing engagement.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited, as users find it somewhat enjoyable for short sessions but not compelling enough to justify repeated playthroughs.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game features no microtransactions, providing a straightforward experience without additional purchases. It is developed using the Godot engine.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game’s atmosphere perfectly captures the chaotic energy of LAN and couch splitscreen party action, complemented by unique on-the-fly spell swapping mechanics and a charming tropical low-poly aesthetic that creates a fun, slapstick experience.
- “A perfect distillation of the chaotic LAN/couch split-screen party action atmosphere, and the unique mechanics of on-the-fly spell swaps and the adorable tropical low-poly aesthetic makes for a slapstick delight.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, offering smooth performance on a wide range of computers without the need for expensive hardware.
- “Performance is really good; the game runs on pretty much any computer and doesn't require expensive hardware to enjoy.”