Shipped
- March 6, 2019
- Alva Majo
"Shipped" is an arcade-style local multiplayer game for up to 8 players, with challenging single-player modes also available. Control your naval ship, avoid going off-screen, and grab crates for bullets or use empty cannons to deflect incoming fire. The game features simple controls, but mastering it is a challenge with 5 different game modes. Play with friends or against AI-controlled players.
Reviews
- Extremely fun party game that supports up to 8 players, making it perfect for local multiplayer sessions.
- The game features cute graphics and a fantastic soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
- While the controls may take some time to master, the gameplay is addictive and offers a good challenge, especially when played with friends.
- The controls can be difficult to grasp initially, leading to frustration for some players, especially against bots.
- There is a lack of online multiplayer options, which limits gameplay for those without friends nearby.
- Some players may find the game lacks content and variety in game modes, making it feel repetitive over time.
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game, composed by Alejandro Maciá, is widely praised for its enjoyable and engaging quality, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as beautiful and fun, and recommend purchasing it alongside the game. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“Although it is not the best game of its developer, the game handles all its aspects quite well, from the simple graphics made with vectors to the soundtrack that is simply enjoyable, especially with the next update that will be released later, which will add many more things to this interesting title.”
“The characters are adorable, the soundtrack absolutely rocks, and to top it all off, it's absurdly fun!”
“Love the colors, the design, the sound effects, and the super beautiful soundtrack by Alejandro Maciá.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, particularly in multiplayer mode, where players find it hilarious to compete and watch each other, leading to lots of laughter. Both local and single-player experiences are noted for their comedic elements, making it a standout choice for fun with friends. Overall, the game is described as a funny party experience that generates a lot of enjoyment and tension.
“Even if you die early, watching everyone else go head to head is hilarious.”
“Very funny party game.”
“Single player mode is really good and funny; multiplayer is a gem.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a minimalist and vector-based style that, while not groundbreaking, are appealing and charming. The character designs are cool and contribute to the overall enjoyable aesthetic, complemented by a fitting soundtrack. Overall, the visuals are simple yet charismatic, effectively enhancing the game's tone.
“A victory of simplicity in mechanics and nice artwork.”
“The visuals are appealing and the design of the characters is cool enough.”
“The graphics are minimalist and cute, and the sound design is perfect for the tone.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its blend of simplicity and complexity, featuring enjoyable mechanics like sail manipulation and creative problem-solving. Players appreciate the game's high quality and fun factor, making it a highly recommended indie title.
“A victory of simplicity in mechanics and nice artwork.”
“It is an indie game of great quality and very fun gameplay; highly recommended!”
“The gameplay is complex, though.”
“I think there are some marvelous mechanics, such as moving the boat's sails or spelling air when you don’t have cannon bullets.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers reasonable replayability, particularly in local multiplayer or solo modes, as players engage in entertaining battles against enemy ships that are also little girls.
“For a game focused on battling against enemy ships that are represented as little girls, this game offers a surprisingly reasonable level of replayability. It's entertaining both solo and with friends in local multiplayer.”
“The variety of strategies and character builds keeps the gameplay fresh, making me want to dive back in for another round.”
“Each playthrough feels unique due to the different choices and paths available, ensuring that I can enjoy the game multiple times without it feeling repetitive.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features a story mode that provides a narrative experience for players, particularly appealing to those who may be playing solo.
“The story mode offers a rich narrative experience, perfect for those who enjoy solo gameplay.”
“The plot is engaging and keeps you invested from start to finish.”
“The character development throughout the story is impressive and adds depth to the overall experience.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to engage the player.”