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SALTWATER

Play as a pistol shrimp and survive waves of enemies while collecting pearls from oysters scattered throughout the map.

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Developer
Lean Hog, shinyvictorcarp
Publisher
The Zhou Bros
Release
February 10, 2025
1 year and 173 days ago
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Positive30 reviews100.0%

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About the Game

Play as a pistol shrimp that shoots bubbles at hordes of underwater enemies in this unique blend of genres!

You will gain experience points to level up your crustacean and choose upgrades such as attack damage or movement speed. Crack open oysters to collect pearls to spend unlocking new shrimps and weapons after your run!

Top-down, 2D, Vector art and underwater photography.

Twin Stick multi-directional shooter, Roguelite.

(Several user reviews are personal friends.)

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