The Ship

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 479 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 310 out of 479
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 479
  3. Negative: 122 out of 479
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  1. AdamW.
    Jul 31, 2006
    10
    A Unique Multiplayer Psychological Thriller From the quickly paced hunt mode to the slower paced stalking of elimination mode, the ship provides some rather interesting gameplay. Far removed from the typical chaos of the first person shooter genre, this game takes a risky but rewarding approach to gameplay. You are hunting your quarry throughout several luxury cruise liners, payed by the A Unique Multiplayer Psychological Thriller From the quickly paced hunt mode to the slower paced stalking of elimination mode, the ship provides some rather interesting gameplay. Far removed from the typical chaos of the first person shooter genre, this game takes a risky but rewarding approach to gameplay. You are hunting your quarry throughout several luxury cruise liners, payed by the mysterious Mr. X to kill with the most entertaining and valuable weapons of the moment. Careful play and smart planning can help you win the day. If you get sloppy however, you may find yourself the victim of your hunter, or even your quarry. The hunter quarry system brings an interesting psychological aspect to the game. You must stalk your quarry without their knowing. Likewise, you must be aware of suspicious behavior as your hunter stalks you. Although you are not given the name or any information about your hunter, small clues in their behavior can help you identify them and save your life. Players stopping dead in their tracks when they talk to you, stalking you for several minutes while standing a few feet behind, tracing you to dead ends, etc. All of these are almost sure signs that this person intends to kill you. If you are quick and smart, you can turn the tables on them, sending them back to a cabin room without their chosen murder weapons, buying you some time to hunt your own quarry. Conversely, you must be careful not to give yourself away. Reading a book, sipping a soda, or just simply walking into another room can keep your quarry from being suspicious and earn you a kill. Catching them when they must meet a particular need can earn you quick and easy cash with the appropriate weapon. The needs system is also particularly interesting. Discouraging people from camping in safe areas, needs must be satisfied to avoid unpleasant consequences. From the need to eat and drink, to the need for conversation with other people, all make you temporarily vulnerable. The key lies in knowing when and where to satisfy these needs or you might find yourself dead but with very clean hands. Overall, the ship is an entertaining game. The scenarios in the game and the variety of weapons give a rather entertaining comedic effect to the whole game. Seeing someone chased down the hall is a hilarious experience as is opening a door to be pushed aside by someone quickly escaping their hunter. FOr the price of $20, I would highly recommend this game.… Expand
  2. DerekT.
    Jul 31, 2006
    10
    Love this game....great mix of strategy and fps style gameplay.
  3. LeeC.
    Jul 31, 2006
    10
    Highly original twist for a FPS. initially the game has a high learning curve but once you're sucked in you just can't help but go one more round.
  4. JoeyT.
    Jul 31, 2006
    9
    I think its a great game its very thrilling and fun to play. Although its kinda long its a good game.
  5. EricG.
    Jul 30, 2006
    10
    I love this game. Its a refreshing change from all other FPS games.
  6. LukeS.
    Jul 30, 2006
    10
    what an awsome game. so good. and the graphix r top notch. great. powerful. ill be playing this for at least the next 10 years of my life unless they make a sequel.
  7. BabinM.
    Jul 29, 2006
    2
    Idea is good but no one seems to play this game on internet... Interest don't last for long...
  8. ZacharyI.
    Jul 29, 2006
    10
    simply stunning and entertaining,i mean what other game lets you set your friend on fire with a flare gun,or lock em in a ffreeze or sauna and watch them slowly die?nothing beats how many ways you can kill people,did i mention killing your friend while their taking a poop? lol
  9. NeilB.
    Jul 27, 2006
    10
    Great game. Great concept and design.
  10. SteveC.
    Jul 26, 2006
    9
    It's like the game Cruise for a Corpse should have been!
  11. TobusL.
    Jul 26, 2006
    9
    Great game with a very innovative spin on the almost ancient multiplay FPS.
  12. HilmarM.
    Jul 25, 2006
    10
    For the innoative new gamaplay, and the mood ingame. Great game.
  13. D.K.
    Jul 23, 2006
    5
    Great game but to get in to play takes way way to long.
  14. NathanF.
    Jul 22, 2006
    9
    An excellent fps with a new and exciting twist.
  15. MichaelS.
    Jul 22, 2006
    9
    The Ship offers truly unique and engaging gameplay. Offering both Hunt and Elimination modes, it gives you the opportunity to choose whether you want the Hunt's fast-paced (~90 second) rounds or the tense, slower Elimination rounds. A combination of the art style, the music, and the unique experience the game creates in general pulls you into the game and keeps you wanting more. The The Ship offers truly unique and engaging gameplay. Offering both Hunt and Elimination modes, it gives you the opportunity to choose whether you want the Hunt's fast-paced (~90 second) rounds or the tense, slower Elimination rounds. A combination of the art style, the music, and the unique experience the game creates in general pulls you into the game and keeps you wanting more. The game does have a few problems which I am sure will soon be addressed. The game is not for everyone, but it is highly recommended that you at least check it out!… Expand
  16. MattK.
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    The Ship's gameplay concept is new and refreshing compared to many other games on the market. With a bunch of friends, or a bunch of strangers, when played proper as with any game there are multitudes of hours of enjoyment. Loved it pre-source, love it even more post-source.
  17. TomS.
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    A Brilliant and innovative new style of gameplay, and was risky for a new company to invest in.They pulled it off very well and I find the game extremely addictive - it gets better the more you play it!
  18. SanderP.
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    It's really an exellent game and unlike others, you have to actually think to win. Also the development team really pays attention to the players and listens to their suggestions, thus 'the ship' gets constantly improved.
  19. RyanJ.
    Jul 21, 2006
    9
    This game has a really interesting concept and everything inside the game is great! Besides a few glitches, the game is awesome!
  20. rek075
    Jul 21, 2006
    10
    The concept of a murder mystery coupled with a first person game engine is brought with the game 'The Ship'. While not everyone's cup of tea, those who are looking for something other than standard deathmatch or capture the flag gameplay may come to really enjoy this game. The price is definately worth the enjoyment I have gotten out of it.
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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    80
    The Ship is a fresh and different slant on multiplayer death-matching; one not dependant on speed of reflexes and advanced techniques. It’s fun and innovative – something that some of the big name games dominating the charts seem to forget about every so often.
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  2. VideoGamer
    80
    While it may not be the refined, leisurely paced kill-'em-up many eager landlubbers might have signed up for, The Ship does quickly prove itself a subtly addictive, relentless nail biter that will only get better as those already aboard learn to rule the bloody waves. Notch this one up as another killer for Steam.
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  3. Yahoo!
    80
    The Ship's mixture of intrigue, subtlety, and cunning makes it the perfect recipe for gamers bored with same-old same-old multiplayer shooters, but it does tend to show its indie roots a little too clearly here and there.
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