Ski Sniper

About

"Ski Sniper" is a winter-themed shooting game where players take on the role of a sniper, tasked with taking out targets on ski slopes. With a variety of weapons and challenges, players must balance accuracy and speed to achieve high scores. The game features a range of environments, from sunny resort towns to snowy mountain peaks, providing a picturesque backdrop to the high-stakes action.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 200 reviews

humor10 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and addictive, providing a satisfying experience for players who enjoy sniping mechanics.
It's a cheap and entertaining time-waster, perfect for short gaming sessions and casual play.
The x-ray kill cam and ragdoll physics add a humorous and enjoyable element to the gameplay.

The game suffers from bugs, including freezing issues during the kill cam and problems with achievement tracking.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited content and objectives that often feel random or frustrating.
The hitboxes and shooting mechanics are inconsistent, making it difficult to complete certain challenges without luck.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay is described as fun and featuring good core mechanics, but it suffers from inconsistency, particularly in distance challenges, which can be frustrating. While it offers brief amusement, players find it becomes boring quickly due to its simplicity and limited depth, making it suitable for short play sessions rather than extended engagement.
- “Fun little game with good core mechanics.”
- “I would recommend it to someone wanting 10 minutes of amusing gameplay.”
- “The mechanics behind how far a body flies feel really inconsistent and random, making the distance challenges the biggest pain and the only ones I didn't finish.”
- “The gameplay gets boring, fast.”
- “It's super easy, but it takes up to 20 minutes of gameplay.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently hilarious and entertaining, particularly in its absurd premise of shooting skiers. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to provide hours of laughter and satisfaction, despite its lack of depth. Overall, it is described as a "crazy funny shooter" that delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable experience.
- “I have been laughing for hours and it is so satisfying to make a hit, no matter how many times you get them.”
- “Obviously there's no depth, it's just a funny little game where you shoot skiers.”
- “It is hilarious!”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The graphics are generally described as improved and visually appealing, featuring a cartoony style that enhances the overall aesthetic. The inclusion of modern effects, such as the x-ray zoom, adds a dynamic element reminiscent of contemporary shooters and games like Mortal Kombat. Overall, while the graphics may be simple, they are considered decent and enjoyable.
- “The graphics are simple but nice.”
- “This is literally the exact same thing except it's better graphics and it does the cool x-ray zoom thing you see in a bunch of modern shooters (and Mortal Kombat).”
- “Decent graphics, albeit cartoony.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The story is described as entertaining and absurd, with a darkly humorous tone that keeps players engaged despite some minor technical issues. The plot's outrageousness elicits laughter, particularly during chaotic moments in gameplay.
- “It's an f'd up plot, but I can't stop giggling like a schoolgirl at the insane hits I get and watching the bodies fly forward.”
- “It's an f'd up plot but I can't stop giggling like a school girl at the insane hits I get and watching the bodies fly forward.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally considered well optimized, though it may not be the most visually impressive title. Despite its lack of top-tier graphics, players find it enjoyable.
- “The game is well optimized.”
- “While it isn't the best looking game, it is well optimized and kinda fun.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and infinite loops reported during critical moments, such as the bullet cam sequence. Additionally, players have noted that the objectives are not only buggy but also lack engagement, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “On the bullet cam, just as the bullet is about to shoot the ski jumper, the game freezes and seemingly goes into an infinite loop (as I'm a game dev too, I can tell).”
- “Buggy and boring objectives.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game resonates strongly with players, evoking a sense of nostalgia and joy reminiscent of childhood experiences. This connection enhances the overall enjoyment and engagement with the game.
- “Made me feel like a 10-year-old kid again.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game serves as a suitable backdrop, allowing players to enjoy the experience while engaging with other media, though it may not stand out on its own. Overall, it complements the gameplay without being a focal point.
- “The music in the game feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The background music is so bland that it often fades into the background, failing to enhance the gameplay.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find grinding to be unenjoyable, yet it serves a purpose by encouraging the use of multiple weapons within the game.
- “Grinding is not fun, but then you actually have a reason to have more than one weapon in the game.”