The Ship: Remasted
- October 31, 2016
- Blazing Griffin
- 3h median play time
Essentially, if you already have The Ship: Murder Party, don’t bother with the pointless remake. Its $20 cost does not do it any favors, and even on its current sale there are a ton of better options at this price point.
Get on Steam"The Ship: Remasted" is a multiplayer murder mystery game where players are assigned targets and must kill them while avoiding detection. Set on a 1920s cruise ship, the game features a variety of weapons and sneaky tactics to use. With a focus on stealth and deception, players must outwit their opponents and avoid getting caught by the ship's authorities.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and humorous gameplay experience, especially when played with friends.
- The graphics have been significantly improved compared to the original, providing a more visually appealing experience.
- The core mechanics of the game, such as the need to manage character needs while hunting targets, add depth and strategy to the gameplay.
- The player base is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find online matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including game-breaking glitches and performance problems.
- Many features from the original game are missing or poorly implemented, leading to a feeling of disappointment among fans of the original.
- gameplay49 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is described as unique and fun, particularly when played with friends, featuring interesting mechanics like bribing guards and managing needs. However, many players express concerns about technical issues, lack of polish, and a diminished experience compared to the original version, with some mechanics feeling altered or unbalanced. Overall, while the core gameplay remains engaging, it requires significant updates and improvements to fully realize its potential.
“But it is a super fun game with hilarious mechanics, especially when you play in a full server.”
“Thirdly, the game mechanics, such as having some areas controlled by police or cameras for needs (drink, eat, pee, etc.) or being able to bribe the guards to commit your evil deeds, make it a very interesting experience; requiring you to be more sharp instead of going berserk makes it a quite interesting experience.”
“Addictive gameplay - for me, the replayability of this game is off the charts!”
“Too much lag; for now, I do not recommend it, but when it gets updated to have better gameplay, I definitely recommend it since it's a true game of investigations and murder.”
“Not only are there barely any players, it's quite lag-ridden and the gameplay is atrocious and unfair when you kill someone multiple times just for them to leap ahead of you in points by killing you one time.”
“While the gameplay itself has stayed true, in its current state, I cannot recommend this game due to how unpolished it feels.”
- graphics44 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics in the remastered version have received mixed reviews, with many praising the significant visual improvements over the original game, likening them to mid-2011 quality. However, some players have reported technical issues, such as lag and graphical glitches, which detract from the overall experience. While the updated visuals are generally well-received, concerns about gameplay mechanics and performance on various systems have led to a more nuanced reception.
“First, let's talk about the main draw, the main feature on display: the improved graphics over the original.”
“This is one of my most favorite games of all time remade with gorgeous graphics.”
“The remastered version upgrades the visuals a lot which is a good thing in my opinion.”
“While it is definitely a graphical improvement, the passing of the remastered version is just off enough where it feels like a bad rip-off of the original.”
“Right now the game just feels like a downgrade with prettier graphics.”
“The only thing this game is different from the original is that there's only a graphic update and the price, a complete money waste.”
- humor17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. The unique mechanics and role-playing elements contribute to a fun and comedic experience, making it a delightful romp filled with funny antics and character interactions. Overall, the game is recommended for its entertaining and humorous gameplay, particularly in multiplayer settings.
“I like the game a lot; sometimes in the game, there can be really funny moments like when you use the guns.”
“With friends, I can still highly recommend this game since it's hilarious to keep lying to all of your best buddies for a change.”
“The concept that lets you role play your way as a cruise assassin is very funny, and when playing with friends, it can be quite delightful.”
- stability17 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, unresponsive controls, and significant bugs that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues such as doors not functioning, hit registration failures, and crashes during online play, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Despite the fun core gameplay, the remastered version is deemed too unstable for enjoyable play at this time.
“The game glitches and you can no longer do anything.”
“The UI is confusing and hard to use, the controls are difficult to master (even though I have played the original a lot), hits often seem like they fail to register, glitches occur often and frequently break the game (issues with occlusion, doors pushing people through ceilings, sometimes you cannot interact with things unless you first holster and unholster a weapon, etc.).”
“Currently the game is in a very buggy state and there are no dedicated servers, but it's really nice to see that the devs are working very hard to create a completely upgraded version of the original ship that feels exactly the same.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting bugs, poor lighting, and performance issues such as stuttering, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players note that recent updates have improved performance, the consensus is that the remaster falls short compared to the original, lacking proper optimization and features. Future patches are hoped for to address these concerns, but currently, many recommend sticking with the original game.
“Edited: game is fixed now, game is optimized.”
“As well as optimizations for performance.”
“Hopefully, optimization patches in the future may help.”
“The game has a lot of bugs, bad lighting, not optimized properly and has a different style than the first game which is a huge disappointment. I loved the first one and this is just a half-assed 'remaster'. I recommend the first one; avoid this terrible 'remaster' or whatever you call this dookie stain.”
“The only complaint I have about this game is that there is a lot of stuttering, which makes aiming and hitting a huge problem.”
“It looks almost the same as the original, but with fewer features and worse optimization.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its catchy tunes, particularly the song "Hello Georgie," and effectively complements the vibrant 50's aesthetic. However, some users express frustration over the inability to adjust the music volume and note that many tracks are recycled from the original game. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the engaging atmosphere, though it could benefit from more customization options.
“Additionally, the hall music is very good and fits well with the whole setting.”
“The music and design really gives off a nice 50's vibe in a colorful, engaging way.”
“The memorable dances and music are still there.”
“Worse options: can't change the music volume for some reason? Really annoying.”
“Just needs a music bar in the audio section.”
“Literally everything except the graphics is the same, even the radio songs I have heard before in the original.”
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the remaster of the game includes the original story mode, which players have enjoyed multiple times, highlighting its engaging narrative. While the remaster enhances graphics and gameplay features, the focus remains on the original story experience, making it a recommended starting point for new players. Overall, the remaster successfully preserves the beloved story while offering additional modes and improved accessibility.
“I've finished the original game's story mode twice already (yes, that's how much I loved it), and I keep playing hunt mode via this remaster from time to time.”
“I suggest you start with the story mode (single player) of the original game, then try the arcade mode of this remaster, and then jump into a server hoping that there are some real humans playing there.”
“Regarding this remaster - it is actually a good one - it supports more platforms, it has better graphics (although the original looks great too, the remaster looks even better), it has working servers, and it allows you to play with bots locally.”
“☑️ no story”
“Regarding this remaster - it is actually a good one - it supports more platforms, it has better graphics (although the original looks great too the remaster looks even better), it has working servers, it allows you to play with bots locally - in short, it really lets you play the hunt mode of the game today, as the original is only playable in story mode.”
“And, as it's bundled in with the original version of the ship, you can play the story mode, too!”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique and visually appealing art deco ship designs reminiscent of the 1920s-1930s, creating an engaging environment. While many appreciate the cleaner textures and overall aesthetic, some feel it lacks the charm of the original game's brighter atmosphere. Overall, the atmosphere is seen as a blend of unique concepts and enjoyable visuals, despite some mixed opinions on its execution.
“Very unique and cool atmosphere of multiple ships in the 1920-1930s.”
“The atmosphere and core concept are unique, and the art deco designed ships are easy on the eyes and fun to play on.”
“Honestly, I preferred the brighter, more cheery atmosphere from the original, but I also enjoyed the more realistic atmosphere as well.”
“Baring all bugs, the game is decent, but it fails to capture the atmosphere that I had hoped for.”
“The game lacks the immersive atmosphere that would have made the experience truly engaging.”
“Despite some interesting elements, the overall atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy for "The Last Update on the Ship: Remasted" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing disappointment over the focus on promoting the next game rather than improving the current one. Many feel that the game is no longer supported and advise against purchasing it.
“The last update on the ship: Remasted's status was an advertisement for their next game.”
“This was just a cash grab by Blazing Griffin (at least I think that is the developer, please correct me if I'm wrong, thanks). Don't buy it; it's dead.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time and effort, suggesting that it may feel like a second life is needed to progress effectively.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I was getting nowhere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's addictive gameplay significantly enhances its replayability, with many stating it is exceptionally high.
“Addictive gameplay - for me, the replayability of this game is off the charts!”
“Every playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that while the character designs and weapons retain their original charm, they benefit from updated visuals that enhance the overall experience.
“The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
“The choices you make truly impact character growth, leading to unique and personalized experiences.”
