Sitting Ducks

absurd difficulty.

If a neutral review was an option now would the the time I'd use it. I wholeheartedly recommend this game to anyone who wants a chaotic fun time with friends for a couple hours, the game is easy to understand with very simple rules but uses those rules to create a dynamic and fun experience. That said, the game is in dire need of a performance update. Although I had fun, I was playing on an unstable 25-45fps on medium hardware, even after lowering the settings to the absolute minimum. It's a shame, but I have faith in this game and developers going forward and I can see myself coming back to this with my friends from time to time over the next few years if performance is addressed. Edit: After the latest update promised some performance updates I quickly booted up the game and I'm now hitting a pretty stable 50-55fps on medium settings, which is a lot more comfortably playable. Shoutouts to the devs and I hope there's more to come

Sitting Ducks is a multiplayer survival sandbox that takes a deliberately humorous approach to the end of the world. Developed by The Gang Studio and published by The Gang Studio and Disobey, the game throws players into a series of unpredictable disaster scenarios where creativity and cooperation become the keys to survival. Rather than focusing on realism, it embraces absurdity, encouraging players to construct bizarre machines, unstable shelters, and improvised vehicles while racing against approaching catastrophes. The result is a lighthearted experience that prioritizes fun, experimentation, and social interaction over traditional survival mechanics. The game's most distinctive feature is its physics-based building system, which revolves around grabbing, moving, and attaching objects together using sticky hands. Instead of providing streamlined construction tools, Sitting Ducks intentionally introduces a level of clumsiness that creates both challenge and comedy. Every structure feels handcrafted, whether it is a towering fortress, a makeshift raft, or an entirely impractical vehicle. Because objects react dynamically to the environment and player actions, even the simplest construction project can become a source of unexpected entertainment. This mechanic transforms building from a routine task into one of the game's primary attractions. A major strength of the experience is the variety of disasters players must overcome. The game constantly changes the conditions of survival through threats such as meteor strikes, giant waves, zombie invasions, and extreme weather events. Each disaster requires a different approach, forcing players to adapt rather than rely on a single winning strategy. A structure designed to survive one catastrophe may fail completely against another, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving. This constant shift in objectives helps keep gameplay fresh and prevents matches from becoming repetitive. Exploration is another important component of the overall design. Players travel across islands and environments in search of resources while dealing with dangerous terrain and looming threats. Gathering materials becomes an adventure in itself, particularly when teams must transport large objects or navigate difficult obstacles using their homemade inventions. The exploration system complements the construction mechanics well, creating a satisfying cycle of scavenging, building, surviving, and venturing into new areas. The cooperative focus is where Sitting Ducks truly shines. While it can be played alone, the game is clearly designed around shared experiences. Working together to build defenses, rescue stranded teammates, or transport essential resources creates countless memorable moments. At the same time, the unpredictable physics system frequently leads to accidents, misunderstandings, and spectacular failures. These unexpected situations often become the most entertaining parts of a session, turning mistakes into stories that players will remember long after the game ends. The balance between teamwork and chaos gives the experience a unique personality. Visually, the game adopts a colorful and inviting style that perfectly matches its playful tone. The cartoon-inspired presentation prevents the survival scenarios from feeling overly serious, even when disasters are destroying everything around the players. Character customization options, including various cosmetic items and appearances, add additional charm and provide players with opportunities to personalize their avatars. These customization features may not affect gameplay directly, but they contribute to the game's social appeal and sense of progression. While the game offers plenty of creativity and replay value, its enjoyment depends heavily on whether players appreciate emergent gameplay. Those looking for highly structured objectives or precise control systems may occasionally become frustrated by the intentionally chaotic physics. However, players who enjoy sandbox experiences, cooperative party games, and unscripted moments will likely find tremendous value in its design philosophy. The game consistently rewards experimentation and encourages players to embrace unpredictability rather than avoid it. Overall, Sitting Ducks succeeds as a cooperative survival adventure built around creativity, humor, and disaster-filled chaos. Its combination of physics-driven construction, varied survival challenges, exploration mechanics, and multiplayer-focused gameplay creates an experience that stands out from more conventional survival titles. The game's greatest achievement is its ability to turn even failure into entertainment, ensuring that every session produces memorable moments. For players seeking a fun and highly social sandbox where imagination is often more important than skill, Sitting Ducks offers an enjoyable and refreshingly unpredictable experience. Rating: 7/10

jogo bão demais

Falta tradução para PT-BR, essa tsunami é muito apelona, a mecânica de construção é complicado demais para construção de pontes e tentar locomover para as ilhas, mas as demais ideias é um bom jogo.

it's a fun time with friends for a good couple hours

game

special

good game but they should add more disasters

Loved it - great mechanic and I can tell this is going to be great fun to play with friends. Human Falls Flat meets Peak.