Shrot

About

Shrot is a fast-paced, old-school action real-time strategy game set on the newly discovered planet Scheeza, a source of valuable hops. Up to two players can choose from three distinct clans and engage in randomized battles featuring base building, resource management, and large-scale combat with hundreds of units. Inspired by Paranoia and Dune 2, Shrot delivers a fresh take on the RTS genre with modern features and action-packed gameplay.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews

music8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic RTS titles like Dune II, appealing to veterans of the genre.
The soundtrack is highly praised, enhancing the overall gameplay experience with its techno-inspired music.
Despite its simplicity, the game is challenging and addictive, providing a straightforward action RTS experience with no population limit.

The game feels unfinished and lacks essential features such as customizable controls and a keybinds menu, which can frustrate players.
The difficulty spikes significantly, making it less accessible for casual players or those not familiar with RTS mechanics.
There are reports of technical issues, such as a non-functional sandbox mode and repetitive sound effects that can detract from the gameplay experience.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express a desire for more narrative depth, noting that the game could benefit from additional story elements between missions to enhance engagement. While the gameplay is described as simple yet captivating, the lack of storytelling leaves some players feeling that the experience is somewhat incomplete. Overall, the story aspect is seen as an area for improvement to enrich the overall gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay is simple yet draws you in as you get new structures/units to play around with each mission.”
- “The only thing I would add is a bit of story between the missions.”
- “The only thing I would add is a bit of story between the missions.”
- “The only thing I would add is a bit of story between the missions.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is challenging, particularly from mission 3 onward, and while it can be frustrating, it remains engaging and not insurmountable. The game retains a deliberately simplistic design reminiscent of Dune II, focusing on macro mechanics rather than micro-management, though it lacks features like multi-select for factories and airfields. Overall, the straightforward mechanics and gradual introduction of new structures and units keep players invested, despite some concerns about the accessibility of hotkeys.
- “Gameplay is simple yet draws you in as you get new structures and units to play around with each mission.”
- “It feels and plays like Dune 2 but is modernized with different mechanics focusing on macro instead of micro.”
- “Gameplay is difficult from mission 3 and a little bit frustrating, but not impossible.”
- “It is deliberately regressive in maintaining the gameplay and simplicity of Dune II.”
- “The only mechanic this game has beyond using the mouse is the arrow keys for controlling the camera and the 'shift' function to select multiple units; that's it.”
- “Not too sure how this makes for effective gameplay when the hotkeys could be listed next to the function in the UI so every player can easily determine the hotkey for the respective function.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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The music in the game has received high praise, particularly for its techno-inspired soundtrack, which many reviewers find to be exceptional and fitting for the game's atmosphere. While the sound effects are considered decent, the soundtrack stands out as a highlight, often noted as being better than the game itself. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning it a soft recommendation from players.
- “In keeping with Dune II, the music is amazing and is yet another example of the music being better than the game it's attached to.”
- “The soundtrack fits perfectly.”
- “The soundtrack is great on its own but also really fits the vibe of the game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are described as basic yet acceptable, featuring simple but polished 3D visuals that complement the fast-paced, nostalgic real-time strategy gameplay. Overall, they effectively support the action without being overly complex.
- “Fast, instant, 'back to the roots' real-time strategy, with modern controls, simple but polished 3D graphics and plenty of action.”
- “Graphics are very basic but okay.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its clever humor and engaging auction system, which adds a unique twist to the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the blend of humor and legacy elements, suggesting that such features could enhance other real-time strategy games.
- “The humor is good and the auction system is clever; it should be in more RTS games.”
- “Moreover, it's full of humor and legacy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly due to frequent enemy attacks that disrupt their farming efforts, making the process feel tedious and challenging.