Scribble Ships

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Scribble Ships is a single player action game. It was developed by Slothzilla Games and was released on October 11, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Scribble Ships is a 2D top-down arcade shooter that tosses the player into a world of color and chaos. With a range of ships to choose from, the player is tasked with coloring the monochromatic enemies that are trying to take your color away.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Charming and colorful graphics with a fun, lighthearted atmosphere that appeals to both kids and adults.
The ability to create custom ships adds a unique and personal touch to the gameplay, making each session feel different.
The game is easy to pick up and play, providing a casual yet addictive experience that can be enjoyable for short bursts.

The drawing tool is limited and lacks essential features like zoom and undo, making ship creation frustrating.
Gameplay lacks clear explanations and depth, leaving players confused about mechanics, health, and upgrades.
The game suffers from bugs and crashes, particularly in the drawing tool, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
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Gameplay is characterized by a slow initial pace that quickly escalates to a fast and anxiety-inducing experience, particularly after encountering challenging bosses. While the mechanics are reminiscent of classic top-down shooters like Asteroids and Space Invaders, players may find the lack of clarity in ship functions during gameplay to be a drawback. Overall, the gameplay has received a positive rating, indicating a compelling experience despite its quirks.
- “Gameplay: 9. This is a top-down shooter like Asteroids or Space Invaders.”
- “The ships and what they do have explanations, but in the actual gameplay, you know nothing.”
- “The gameplay is very odd; it starts mind-numbingly slow and then becomes very fast-paced.”
- “While the gameplay isn't super fast-paced by any means, it is extremely anxiety-inducing once you get past the Leviathan boss.”
music
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The music in the game is described as a light, blippy, and bubbly soundtrack that evokes feelings of happiness and relaxation, encouraging players to dance and enjoy the experience. Reviewers appreciate its uplifting quality, noting that it complements the game's art and controls effectively. Overall, the soundtrack receives positive feedback for its ability to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is light, blippy, and bubbly. Even though I usually prefer darker themes, I can't help but wiggle and dance a little to the overwhelmingly happy music.”
- “The controls are simple, and the art and music are great.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The soundtrack is light, blippy, and bubbly, but it feels overwhelmingly happy, which doesn't resonate with my darker tastes.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their charm and creativity, featuring a unique hand-drawn style on crumpled notebook paper that adds a distinctive touch to the game. Overall, players appreciate the visual appeal, rating it an 8 out of 10.
- “The graphics are very nice, making it a delightful wave-clearing game with new and innovative ideas!”
- “Graphics: 8. What do you expect? It's hand-drawn on crumpled notebook paper and then animated!”
- “The graphics are a mixed bag; it's like they were hand-drawn on crumpled notebook paper and then animated.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is rated highly, with players noting that the permadeath mechanic adds significant challenge and encourages multiple playthroughs, as players have limited chances to succeed.
- “The replayability is top-notch; with permadeath mechanics, you only get one or two chances, which keeps each run exciting and tense.”
- “Every playthrough feels unique due to the different choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of strategies and character builds encourages multiple playthroughs, ensuring that no two experiences are the same.”
- “Replayability: 10, but it feels like permadeath since you only get one, maybe two chances if you have a shield.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making each playthrough feel repetitive and dull.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
story
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The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”