Another Crab's Treasure

About

Another Crab's Treasure casts you as Kril, a hermit crab scavenging a polluted ocean to reclaim his lost shell. This action RPG blends soulslike difficulty with platforming, forcing you to collect trash as armor against oversized foes. Navigate collapsing underwater ruins while fending off jellyfish swarms and mutated sea creatures. Your attacks mirror real marine life, crush enemies with a mantis shrimp's punch or drag them down with a bobbit worm's trap. Progression hinges on trading loot, upgrading gear, and mastering the law of the sea: take what you need to survive. The game’s charm lies in its absurd yet cohesive worldbuilding. Trash isn’t just a resource, it’s currency, clothing, and weaponry. A post-apocalyptic aesthetic merges with quirky crab politics, creating a setting that feels both grimy and whimsical. Early access reviews praise its punishing yet fair combat and inventive use of environmental hazards. Aggro Crab Games polishes its 2022 prototype into a tighter, more cohesive experience with smoother level design and expanded move sets. Released in April 2024, it’s a small indie title with big ambition.

Storyline

In this undersea society, trash is not only a way of life, but a valuable resource, used for everything from fashion to firearms. But with the presence of trash comes a mysterious infection known as the Gunk, which could spell doom for the entire ocean. As Kril explores the ocean, he'll gain a variety of Umami Techniques—powerful attacks learned from the denizens of the seas. Punch your enemies with the overwhelming might of a Mantis Shrimp, ensnare them with the horrifying Bobbit Worm, and much more.