- September 25, 2023
- Robot Squid
- 25h median play time
King of Crabs
Platforms
About
"King of Crabs" is a comedic sport game that supports up to 2 players in both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op. Fight in intense battles with up to 100 real players to become the King of Crabs and rule the island. Collect and upgrade various crab species, discover advanced skills, and find crazy weapons to give you an edge. The game features incredibly detailed 3D graphics, animation, and sound.
- 2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
- Massively Multiplayer
- Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
- Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
- Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
- PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
- gameplay270 mentions Positive Neutral Negative30%59%11%
The gameplay of "King of Crabs" is characterized by its simple mechanics and fast-paced, competitive nature, making it accessible for casual gamers. However, many players find the experience repetitive and criticize the lack of depth and variety, alongside issues with pay-to-win mechanics that can create an unbalanced playing field. While the graphics and humorous concept are praised, technical issues like lag and poor controls detract from the overall enjoyment.
“The mechanics, while simple, are easy to get and start to master.”
“With its unique premise, simple gameplay mechanics, and enjoyable social interactions, King of Crabs offers a fun diversion for casual gamers and those looking for a quick multiplayer experience.”
“I think they nailed the gameplay loop; it's simple, it's fun, and it's cross-platform/cross-save. Gotta love it.”
“The lag sucks, the gameplay gets kind of repetitive, and I wish they'd drop new maps more often.”
“Limited depth: King of Crabs lacks complex gameplay mechanics or progression systems, making it less appealing to players seeking deeper and more strategic experiences.”
“The art and sound are nice, but as far as gameplay goes, it's a laggy crapfest.”
- humor182 mentions Positive Neutral Negative100%
The humor in "Kings of Crabs" is widely praised for its absurdity and lightheartedness, making it a delightful experience that keeps players laughing throughout. Reviewers highlight the game's silly premise, entertaining graphics, and amusing gameplay mechanics, which contribute to its addictive and fun nature. Overall, the game is described as a hilarious and enjoyable way to unwind, especially when played with friends.
“It's absurd, it's delightful, and it's guaranteed to leave you laughing until you're shell-shocked.”
“In summary, Kings of Crabs is a hilarious romp through the deep blue sea that's sure to tickle your funny bone and keep you coming back for more.”
“I'm not a battle royale fan in general, but the premise of this game (fighting crabs!) is hilarious and I love it.”
- graphics160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative56%42%2%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant and colorful design, effectively capturing a lively marine world. Many players appreciate the game's ability to run smoothly on lower-end hardware while delivering visually appealing content, although some note that the graphics, while good, may not be groundbreaking. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment, despite some criticisms regarding optimization and control responsiveness.
“The graphics are amazing for a humorous game like this; the game's mechanics are simple and overall really good. It's definitely a game to spend some time with friends.”
“It's elegant and the hand-crafted visual department is gorgeous, a pleasure to look at. Just like the 12k resolution HD graphics, this great game will run even on a low-end PC and can be played at ultra settings without any stutters or FPS drops.”
“The concept of an io game with loot works well, and the graphics and animation quality are impressive.”
“The graphics are okay, but they're nothing to write home about.”
“Kinda yes but overall 6/10, very lacking optimization, runs at around 20-25 fps, not much graphical settings to change... boost works sometimes but not always... needs a lot more quality of life updates before becoming truly good.”
“Io game nostalgia but can't stand the terrible graphics, bad server lag, and bot-flooded servers of previously-popular.”
- story88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative16%70%14%
The reviews for the game's story are mixed, with many users noting a lack of a traditional narrative, often stating "no story" or expressing a desire for a story mode. However, some players praise the game's lore and character development, describing it as deep and emotionally impactful, with one even calling it a "Shakespearean masterpiece." Overall, while the quest system is appreciated, the absence of a cohesive story is a common point of criticism.
“One of the best games of the year deserves a Grammy in my opinion; too good for its own good. Amazing graphics and storyline deserve a film.”
“Best game I've ever played! It has an amazing story, gameplay, lore, world design, and so much more.”
“The story and lore are so deep and full of symbolism, intricacies, and well-developed characters that only become more and more interesting by the climax of the story. By the end, I was crying during the credits scene; it's beautiful.”
“The quest system is no longer worth the effort.”
“Now, you only get a little of the same gold coin you collect in the game and the quests often come in duplicate.”
“I just wish there was some sort of bot mode where you don't have to fight players, maybe even a story mode.”
- grinding66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative5%19%76%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many noting that it requires extensive time investment to unlock new crabs and upgrades. While some find the grind enjoyable and rewarding, others feel it becomes tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration, especially when compounded by pay-to-win elements. Overall, the game is described as fun but heavily reliant on grinding, which can detract from the overall experience for some players.
“Holy crap this is a fun game, a bit grindy but super fun. Definitely recommend it 9/10.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A bit grindy sometimes.”
“Grinding currency just to be disappointed got pretty old.”
“Progression is locked behind hours and hours of grinding, if you ever hope to unlock any new crabs, and it matters, because some are outright better in all regards to others, and none of those better ones you will get for many hours.”
“Even playing well, getting millions of points per match... it's crazy how grindy it is, and how little profit you make.”
- monetization48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative8%38%54%
The monetization model of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players labeling it as "pay-to-win" due to the significant advantages offered to those who spend money, particularly in competitive modes. While the game allows for free progression through ad-watching and offers some in-game rewards without purchases, the prevalence of microtransactions and ads has led to perceptions of it being a cash grab. Overall, players appreciate the free-to-play aspect but criticize the aggressive monetization tactics that detract from the gameplay experience.
“Although there are in-app purchases, they are not necessary to your game progression as there are many features allowing you to obtain new crabs, hats (which grant different boosts), upgrade points, and other in-game items.”
“Of course there is some pay-to-win and microtransactions, but not paying will not make it impossible to win.”
“There are no ads, so of course the developers are going to add in-game purchases like cosmetics (hats) and skins for the crabs.”
“This game is fun and addicting at first, then you reach a point where the game is a complete cash grab (50$ for the highest tier crabs if they are on sale).”
“It's like the devs tried to get the most predatory and terrible monetization for the least amount of actual gameplay.”
“This game has simplistic at best gameplay and one of the most predatory monetization systems in recent memory.”
- music36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative8%75%17%
The music in "King of Crabs" is described as powerful, immersive, and energetic, enhancing the gameplay experience with a dynamic soundtrack that evokes strong emotions. While some players enjoy the upbeat, summer party vibe of the in-game music, others note that the game can feel dull without it, suggesting the need for additional background music and sound options. Overall, the soundtrack is appreciated for its atmosphere, though some players recommend supplementing it with external music for a more engaging experience.
“The in-game music is also pretty Bahamas summer party-ish, so it gets you into a good mood!”
“Now I haven't talked about the soundtrack and sound design yet, and that's only because I wanted to talk about the other aspects first, but the OST and SFX design of King of Crabs is powerful, crunchy, full of energy and emotion. You can feel every single shell crack when killing something, and it's the same with the music. It's so immersive and full of atmosphere. If I had to describe the OST, I would say that it's like Mick Gordon meets Morgan Freeman while Michael Bay gets a Big Mac. Yeah, I know... what a crossover! King of Crabs' OST is such a drip trip; it's almost, almost as good as the Blood and Bacon OST.”
“This is actually a great game to play casually and listen to some music on the side.”
“I can't change the volume and the music gives me cancer *badum-tss*”
“This game is quite boring without music, so I suggest you go YouTube search for this song.”
“Just make sure you bring some music because the audio loop will stop and leave you in silence randomly.”
- stability24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative100%
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, which can disrupt gameplay and make it unplayable at times, particularly in its early access state. While some players find it enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over stability problems, including freezing and server disconnections. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant improvements to its stability and performance.
“There are various bugs and glitches that can end runs or make the game actually unplayable, although that is sadly somewhat expected of an early access game and hopefully will be fixed in the future.”
“Game freezes, disconnects you from the server and you get no experience for that run.”
“The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
- optimization14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative43%36%21%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting performance issues and connectivity problems that detract from the experience. While some users noted that it runs well on low-end hardware, others criticized the lack of graphical settings and inconsistent frame rates, suggesting that significant quality-of-life updates are needed. Despite its elegant visuals, the game's optimization is seen as a major area for improvement.
“Low requirement on PC hardware (my 6-year-old laptop can run smoothly).”
“It's elegant and handcrafted visual department is gorgeous, a pleasure to look at, just like the 12k resolution HD graphics. Not to mention that performance-wise, it's pretty good compared to the legendary Blood and Bacon, which is the best Steam game ever. This great game will run even on your poor-man's toaster and could be played at ultra settings without any stutters or FPS drops. It's pretty good, honestly.”
“Performance-wise, the game is quite good and can run smoothly on lower-end hardware.”
“Kinda yes but overall 6/10, very lacking optimization, runs at around 20-25 fps, not many graphical settings to change... boost works sometimes but not always... needs a lot more quality of life updates before becoming truly good.”
“Performance and connectivity: some players may have experienced performance issues or connectivity problems, impacting the overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The devs should've just focused on improving this game, since this genre/playstyle is underrated. You guys should've just made the optimizations better and controls, as well as more features/events and freebies. I don't think gamers would want to play a game made by lazy developers.”
- atmosphere8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative75%25%
The atmosphere in "King of Crabs" is characterized by vibrant colors, fun character designs, and an immersive sound design that enhances the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the combination of adorable graphics and a humorous tone, while the energetic soundtrack and sound effects contribute to a lively and engaging environment. Overall, the game successfully creates a whimsical and entertaining atmosphere that invites players to enjoy some lighthearted fun.
“Vibrant colors and fun character designs welcome players with an immersive atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is wonderfully done, and the crab's behavior in general is typical 'crabby' (except when using hammers, knives, or other nutty hitting stuff).”
“The soundtrack and sound design of King of Crabs are powerful, crunchy, full of energy and emotion. You can feel every single shell crack when killing something, and the music is so immersive and full of atmosphere.”
- replayability6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative50%50%
Users consistently highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“Infinitely replayable.”
“Infinitely replayable.”
“Infinitely replayable.”
- character development4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative50%50%
The character development in this game is marked by its whimsical and playful designs, allowing for unique customization options like dressing a crab in a top hat and monocle. The vibrant colors and quirky animations contribute to an immersive and enjoyable atmosphere, enhancing the overall fun of the gameplay experience.
“Vibrant colors and fun character designs welcome players with an immersive atmosphere.”
“From the quirky animations to the cheeky character designs, everything about this game screams 'fun.' Where else can you find a game that lets you dress up your crab in a top hat and monocle before sending them into battle?”
- emotional2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the unsettling experience of the crab moving autonomously, creating a sense of unease and engagement that resonates with players. This unexpected behavior evokes feelings of curiosity and tension, enhancing the overall emotional impact of the gameplay.
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