SHAFTED

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SHAFTED is a single player management game with business and science fiction themes. It was developed by LoochLabs and was released on October 13, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Shafted is a quick resource management game. Build your mini mining colony. Optimize your mineral outputs. Strategically position your buildings with turn based tactics. Pay off your contracts or else you'll get shafted.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Engaging and fun puzzle mechanics that require strategic thinking and optimization.
Relaxing yet mentally stimulating gameplay with a pleasing aesthetic and sound design.
Quick and replayable sessions make it easy to pick up and enjoy during downtime.

Random alien attacks can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration over lost progress.
The game may not perform well on certain platforms, such as the Steam Deck.
Some players may find the increasing difficulty and demands from landlords overwhelming.

gameplay
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The gameplay is engaging and strategic, reminiscent of titles like *Pipe Dream* and *Factorio*, focusing on optimizing mineral output through puzzle-like mechanics. Players spend significant time arranging machines for maximum efficiency while also managing threats from scheduled attacks that can disrupt their setups. Overall, it offers a fun and rewarding experience for those who enjoy resource management and optimization challenges.
- “The main gameplay loop is centered around getting the most out of your outputs from your machines by placing them in optimal patterns to acquire additional bonuses and optimizing your yields for each individual mineshaft and machines by completing the provided optimization puzzles.”
- “In addition, there's also an attack mechanic where sections of the playing grid are marked to be attacked in the next day which will destroy your machines and mineshafts, which can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on what your current contracts are.”
- “I would say that the gameplay tickles a similar itch to games like Factorio without requiring the massive time investment.”
optimization
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The game emphasizes optimization as a core gameplay element, requiring players to strategically arrange machines and mineshafts to maximize outputs and bonuses. This focus on optimizing patterns and yields adds a mentally stimulating layer to the relaxing strategy experience.
- “A relaxing yet mentally stimulating strategy and problem-solving game with a heavy focus on optimization.”
- “The main gameplay loop is centered around getting the most out of your outputs from your machines by placing them in optimal patterns to acquire additional bonuses.”
- “Optimizing your yields for each individual mineshaft and machine by completing the provided optimization puzzles adds a rewarding layer to the gameplay.”
- “The main gameplay loop is centered around getting the most out of your outputs from your machines by placing them in optimal patterns to acquire additional bonuses and optimizing your yields for each individual mineshaft and machine by completing the provided optimization puzzles.”
- “The game has a heavy focus on optimization, but it often feels tedious and overly complex, making it hard to enjoy the strategic elements.”
- “While the optimization mechanics are interesting, they can become frustrating due to the lack of clear guidance on how to achieve the best results.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is characterized by its relaxing quality, complemented by effective sound effects and a visually pleasing aesthetic.
- “The relaxing music, combined with good sound effects, creates a simple aesthetic that's pleasing to the eyes.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music sets the mood and immerses you in the game world.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the games to be quick and highly replayable, with an accessible learning curve that still presents a challenge at higher difficulty levels, encouraging thoughtful gameplay.
- “The games are quick and highly replayable, making them easy to pick up, but the harder difficulties still require effort and thought to conquer.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, ensuring that I never get bored and always find something fresh to enjoy.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, as every session feels unique and engaging.”
- “The game lacks depth, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to replay it.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "shafted" are highlighted for their appealing art style, which is complemented by relaxing music and effective sound effects, creating a visually pleasing and immersive experience.
- “I was first drawn to Shafted by the cool art style.”
- “Relaxing music, good sound effects, and a simple aesthetic that's pleasing to the eyes.”