Wizard Shrimp

About

In the game "Wizard Shrimp" , you play as a shrimp with magical abilities, making your way through a series of challenging environments filled with enemies and bosses. Collect power-ups and upgrades as you traverse unique, randomly generated levels, and use your Krill points to enhance your character's abilities and take on harder difficulties. With its pixel art graphics and modern soundtrack, "Wizard Shrimp" offers a fresh take on the bullet-hell roguelite genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

music4 positive mentions

The game offers a charming and whimsical experience with a unique concept of being a wizard shrimp, providing hours of fun and entertainment.
Players appreciate the depth of customization and the ability to build their own paths, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.
The art style and humor resonate well with players, evoking nostalgia for classic flash games while delivering a fun and satisfying gameplay experience.

The combat and enemy mechanics are considered basic, and some players find the movement controls difficult, leading to frustrating situations during gameplay.
The game feels somewhat bare-bones with limited items and upgrades, and some players express concerns about balance, particularly with certain skills being too powerful.
There are reports of a lack of rewards after completing the main game, which can diminish the incentive to continue playing or explore endgame content.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users highlighting the credit song as a standout feature and describing the soundtrack as filled with "bangers." While some players enjoy the overall sound design and immersive audio experience, a few express a desire for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The soundtrack is nothing but bangers.”
- “It has great gameplay mechanics, levels, and music.”
- “Sound effects and music are wicked too, very immersive.”
- “Fun game, I just don't like the soundtrack; everything else is great though.”
- “I really like the music and the sounds in this game, but you need more maps.”
- “The credit song is worth the price of admission.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The gameplay is highly praised for its challenging yet rewarding mechanics, allowing players to customize their paths and abilities, reminiscent of classic roguelikes. Reviewers appreciate the balance in difficulty, the fun and engaging mechanics, and the charming art style, making it an enjoyable experience overall. The game offers a unique twist on familiar gameplay elements, providing a sense of freedom and creativity in building strategies.
- “10/10 game, challenging but very rewarding as you feel yourself get used to mechanics and boss fights. I love the customization and being able to choose and build your own paths.”
- “The gameplay is challenging, but has felt fairly balanced, providing you with ample opportunities to shore up your weaknesses and overcome gaps in your build.”
- “The gameplay reminds me of Slay the Spire—but instead of card combos, you’re controlling an unstoppable shrimp force with the potential of a krillion warriors (classic roguelike feeling).”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is widely praised for its zany and engaging nature, with players highlighting the funny tutorials and concepts that showcase the developer's unique comedic style. The cute sprites and overall fun atmosphere contribute to an enjoyable experience that keeps players hooked.
- “It's funny and zany.”
- “I love the sense of humor and the cute sprites!”
- “The dev's sense of humor really shines through too 💜💜💜”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game are praised for their charming art style and fun animations, particularly in later levels. Players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of older flash games, along with the engaging visual elements that enhance the overall experience. The ability to build maps and encounters adds a unique visual puzzle aspect that further enriches the gameplay.
- “The art style is lovely.”
- “I love that you get to build out your map and encounters with a little puzzle before you start, and the visuals are very charming.”
- “I hope the developer continues to work on it; the aesthetic and overall feeling of the game is very nice, reminding me a lot of older flash games.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is engaging enough to influence personal relationships, as one player noted that switching from another game to this one helped them reconnect with their ex-girlfriend. This suggests that the narrative may resonate deeply with players, impacting their real-life experiences.