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About 1000000 shrimp
1000000 shrimp is an incremental simulation game by solo developer Jon Topielski. Released January 6, 2026, it plays on PC and web browsers. The goal is to catch exactly 1,000,000 shrimp by moving a net with your mouse. It’s a minimalist, low-effort loop of upgrading tools and watching numbers grow. Think idle clicker meets fishing simulator, stripped of complexity. The game’s charm lies in its absurd specificity and the satisfaction of scaling from tiny shrimp ponds to vast aquatic empires. No combat, no story, just repetitive, meditative progress toward a single arbitrary number.
Gameplay
You start by dragging a net across the screen to collect shrimp. Early on, you manually hover over clusters, but after purchasing upgrades, automated nets and boats take over. Each shrimp sale funds better equipment, increasing catch rates. Sessions often involve toggling between manual mouse movement and monitoring resource pools. The interface is barebones: a map of water bodies, a shop for upgrades, and a counter ticking toward the million-mark. There’s no time limit, but progression slows as you approach higher tiers. Controls are clunky at first, but the rhythm settles into a relaxing, spreadsheet-like flow. It’s all about patience and incremental optimization.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 4.2/5, with 78% completing the million-shrimp goal. Average playtime is 18 hours, though 34% quit before halfway. Community moods skew relaxed (63%) but 29% call it “boringly repetitive.” Critics praise its calming loop but note it’s a niche pick. One review says, “It’s like watching grass grow, but with better visuals.” The 34 achievements focus on milestones like catching 10,000 shrimp or maxing net speed. 12% of players earned all trophies. At $19.99, it’s a polarizing buy, either a chill distraction or a waste of time.
PlayPile's Take
This game works best as a background task for spreadsheet enthusiasts or fans of idle mechanics. It’s affordable and has a solid achievement list, but don’t expect engagement beyond the first few hours. If you enjoy watching numbers climb without active challenge, 1000000 shrimp offers a surprisingly soothing experience. However, those seeking depth or interactivity should look elsewhere. It’s a simple, well-polished loop that proves even catching shrimp can feel rewarding, if you’re into that.
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