Crashlands
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About Crashlands
Crashlands is a chaotic action-adventure RPG from Butterscotch Shenanigans that launched in January 2016. Set on the bizarre planet Woanope, it blends slapstick humor with resource management and combat. You play Flux Dabes, a delivery driver stranded after a botched shipment. The game thrives on absurdity, think crafting flamethrowers from fruit or riding tamed creatures into battle. Available on PC, consoles, and mobile, it supports co-op for added chaos. The story revolves around Flux’s quest to repair her ship while dodging the maniacal alien Q. It’s a quirky mix of exploration, crafting, and lighthearted storytelling.
Gameplay
You start by scavenging resources to craft tools and weapons, progressing through open zones filled with enemies and quests. Combat is real-time but manageable, balancing melee, ranged attacks, and environmental interactions. Taming Woanope’s creatures, like the spiky Fluffy or explosive Goosinator, adds tactical depth. Missions often involve fetching items or solving puzzles, while side quests reward upgrades and lore. Co-op allows a friend to assist, though it’s not mandatory. The interface is cluttered but functional, with quick crafting and inventory management. Each session feels like a mix of survival, RPG progression, and goofy antics, punctuated by Flux’s snarky dialogue.
What Players Think
Crashlands holds a 76/100 IGDB score, with 34 reviews averaging 7.6. Players spend 25, 30 hours on average, and 62% finish the main story. Community moods lean toward “entertained” (43%) and “amused” (38%), with 19% feeling “nostalgic.” Review snippets praise its creativity and humor but note inconsistent difficulty spikes. Achievement hunters target 45 total trophies, including 3 rare, 17 uncommon, and 25 common. While 68% of players recommend it, some cite dated visuals and repetition in later hours. The game’s charm and co-op mode keep engagement high, even if it never fully escapes its indie budget limitations.
PlayPile's Take
Crashlands is a $29.99 (or ~25% off frequently) pick for fans of irreverent RPGs with crafting depth. It excels at co-op and offers solid replayability through side content, but solo play can feel grindy past the 20-hour mark. The 45 achievements add structure, though none are particularly challenging. It’s not a genre-definer but delivers a fun, if uneven, experience. If you liked the charm of games like Stardew Valley with action elements, this is worth a try. Just don’t expect a masterpiece, think of it as a reliably entertaining mid-tier indie.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
76.0
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