S H R i M P

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 56 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • graphics
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S H R I M P is a third-person platformer where you play as a shrimp on a mission to complete a abandoned ritual by collecting cars in surreal levels. Horrific entities roam around trying to prevent you from completing the ritual, but you can only escape or calm the shrimp to survive. The game receives updates and free content, with a special place in the developer's heart after being developed solo in 2020.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
gameplay12 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features challenging and engaging gameplay that keeps players invested.
  • The aesthetics and atmosphere are unique and immersive, contributing to a captivating horror experience.
  • The developer shows a strong commitment to improving the game, with quick responses to issues and ongoing updates.
  • The game suffers from significant bugs and optimization issues, making it difficult to play smoothly.
  • The movement mechanics can be frustratingly imprecise, leading to a steep learning curve and potential player frustration.
  • There are several user interface problems, including overlapping text and limited control customization options.
  • gameplay18 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its challenging parkour mechanics and difficult platforming, which can lead to frustration but ultimately offers a rewarding experience for those willing to embrace the challenge. While the absence of sound options detracts from the overall immersion, the unique movement mechanics and interesting enemies contribute to a captivating horror atmosphere. Overall, players find the gameplay fun and engaging, despite some technical issues and areas for improvement.

    • “The gameplay is very good and fun!”
    • “Challenging mechanics and interesting enemies.”
    • “The gameplay is hard and challenging; the parkour is very difficult as well, and you will get frustrated by it at least once.”
    • “There are no sound options currently, as music and sound play a crucial role in the gameplay.”
    • “I highly recommend this if you're into weird movement mechanics, difficult platforming, and a horror experience that just straight makes my, (and hopefully your) skin crawl.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its diverse selection, effectively enhancing the atmosphere across both horror and platforming levels. Reviewers note the absence of sound options, but emphasize that the soundtrack significantly contributes to the overall gameplay experience, with many expressing a strong appreciation for its quality and mood-setting capabilities.

    • “The stereo has a nice selection of songs that range from chill to unsettling, which helps set the mood for both the horror-focused levels and the platforming-focused levels.”
    • “As an audio engineer, I really like this soundtrack right out of the gate.”
    • “I love the soundtrack and the atmosphere.”
    • “There are no sound options currently, and music and sound play a crucial role in the gameplay.”
    • “As an audio engineer, I really dislike this soundtrack right out of the gate.”
    • “The soundtrack fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their unique art style and overall aesthetic appeal, with many players finding them gorgeous. While the graphics perform well across different settings, some users recommend adjusting the settings for smoother gameplay. However, there are concerns that the physics and momentum mechanics detract from the visual experience.

    • “First off, I love the aesthetics of this game.”
    • “The game's graphics are good, and even when slinging around boxes, I didn't see any of the textures break to my knowledge. The music is very good as well, and so are the shaders.”
    • “Graphically, in my opinion, I feel like this game is gorgeous.”
  • story4 mentions

    The story is widely praised as the standout feature of the game, with particular emphasis on the tragic character development of the protagonist, Shrimp. Reviewers highlight the depth and emotional impact of the narrative, making it a compelling experience.

    • “The story is just absolutely the best part, and the character development Shrimp goes through is just tragic.”
    • “The story is great, too.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning world and immersive soundtrack, creating a sense of realism that captivates players. However, some users report that the extensive wandering can lead to feelings of queasiness, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “I love the soundtrack and the atmosphere.”
    • “I have been soaking in the atmosphere and the stunning world of shrimp (which might be even realer than real life!!).”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game is reported to have some bugs, which is not uncommon for a first major release. While stability issues are present, they are generally expected in early iterations of a game.

    • “The game is currently a bit buggy, but it's hard to create a bug-free experience, especially if it's your first major project.”
  • character development2 mentions

    The character development, particularly of the character Shrimp, is highlighted as a tragic and compelling aspect of the story, which many users consider the strongest element of the game.

  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is described as absolutely phenomenal and truly heartbreaking, indicating a powerful and impactful narrative that resonates deeply with players.

    • “Absolutely phenomenal, and truly heartbreaking.”
    • “Absolutely phenomenal, and truly heartbreaking.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly in larger levels where the visibility and audio cues for collectible items are limited, making the search feel prolonged and frustrating.

    • “This collecting can get a bit tedious on the larger levels because the light and sound the items emit don't go that far.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability due to the presence of secret collectibles in nearly every level and an alternate ending that can be unlocked by completing the game on the hardest difficulty.

    • “The replay value is pretty high because of the secret collectibles hidden in most, possibly all, the levels and because there is an alternate ending for beating the game on the hardest difficulty.”
  • humor2 mentions

    Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the amusing design of the "squished shrimp" as a standout element that adds to the overall comedic experience.

    • “Also press 'h'; the squished shrimp looks funny, and I'm so thankful it made it into the final cut.”
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