Saltwater

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"Saltwater is a single-player Strategy Roguelite where you play as a pistol shrimp, utilizing bubble shots to fend off underwater enemies. Gain experience points to level up and choose upgrades, while collecting pearls to unlock new shrimps and weapons. With top-down, 2D vector art and underwater photography, Saltwater offers around 50 hours of playtime in a Twin Stick multi-directional shooter experience."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Shrimp Survivors offers a unique and immersive underwater experience with engaging gameplay mechanics that require skillful manual targeting.
The game features stunning visuals with a combination of 2D vector art and real underwater photography, complemented by a captivating soundtrack.
High replayability is ensured through procedurally generated challenges and permadeath mechanics, making each playthrough fresh and exciting.

Some players may find the lack of auto-aim challenging, which could deter those who prefer more casual gameplay.
The game may become repetitive over time for some players, despite its high replayability.
Certain enemies, like the starfish, can be unexpectedly challenging, which may frustrate players during their runs.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The gameplay of "Shrimp Survivors" features manual targeting mechanics that enhance skill-based engagement, reminiscent of titles like Brotato. As a roguelike, it offers high replayability through procedurally generated challenges and permadeath, ensuring each run is unique and fresh. Overall, its captivating gameplay and impressive visuals position it as a competitive title against many AAA games.
- “Each run presents new opportunities and obstacles, ensuring that gameplay remains fresh and engaging.”
- “The game's mechanics are reminiscent of titles like Brotato, but with a distinctive twist—there's no auto-aim, requiring players to master manual targeting for a more engaging and skill-based experience.”
- “As a roguelike, Shrimp Survivors offers high replayability with its procedurally generated challenges and permadeath mechanics.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game features stunning 2D vector art and real underwater photography, creating a visually immersive experience that vividly brings the underwater world to life. The hand-drawn, colorful visuals are complemented by a captivating soundtrack, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making it a standout title that rivals many AAA games.
- “The game boasts stunning 2D vector art combined with real underwater photography, creating a visually striking and immersive aesthetic.”
- “The hand-drawn, stylized visuals are both colorful and evocative, bringing the underwater world to life in a way that few games achieve.”
- “Complementing the visuals is a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere, making each session a sensory delight.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
"Shrimp Survivors" boasts high replayability due to its roguelike elements, including procedurally generated challenges and permadeath mechanics. Players find the engaging gameplay and stunning visuals contribute to its standout status, often rivaling or exceeding that of many triple-A titles.
- “As a roguelike, Shrimp Survivors offers high replayability with its procedurally generated challenges and permadeath mechanics.”
- “Its engaging gameplay, stunning visuals, and high replayability make it a standout title that not only competes with but often surpasses many triple-A games.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning visuals paired with a captivating soundtrack, creating a sensory experience that enriches each gaming session.
- “Complementing the visuals is a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere, making each session a sensory delight.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game features a captivating soundtrack that significantly enhances the overall atmosphere, creating a sensory delight during gameplay.
- “Complementing the visuals is a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere, making each session a sensory delight.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable and engaging, often losing track of time while casually playing for extended periods. The grind is perceived as fun, making it suitable for multitasking, such as listening to music or podcasts.