Ship of Fools

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. SpazioGames
    Dec 5, 2022
    74
    We have tons of roguelites on the market right now, but Ship of Fools manages to feel unique in its own way.
  2. Video Chums
    Nov 29, 2022
    71
    Playing Ship of Fools will have you intimidated at first and shortly after the fun starts to sink in, you'll realise just how repetitive it all is. There are still good times to be had, though, so you may only want to take short excursions on this ship.
  3. Wccftech
    Nov 22, 2022
    70
    Ship of Fools offers some spirited couch co-op fun and could be a good way to introduce the concept of roguelites to more casual players. Unfortunately, a lack of variety and depth eventually poke holes in this boat’s hull. Don't be afraid to pick up Ship of Fools if you’re just looking for a pleasure cruise with friends, but you shouldn't expect an epic sea odyssey.
  5. Finger Guns
    Nov 21, 2022
    70
    This nautical roguelike is chaotic, frantic and sometimes frustrating if you’re on your own. There’re too many variables in the trinkets/weaponry via RNG to squander your enjoyment and an AI that can feel unfair at times. But with a co-captain, there’s some treasure to be had, and a presentation that could cure scurvy.

Awards & Rankings

51
#51 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 6 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 2 out of 6
  1. meny82
    Aug 23, 2023
    2
    (3) come le ore dedicate fino a questo momento. Noioso, frustrante, opprimente; con un senso di progressione quasi inesistente, e comunque(3) come le ore dedicate fino a questo momento. Noioso, frustrante, opprimente; con un senso di progressione quasi inesistente, e comunque insoddisfacente. Probabilmente cambia forma in cooperativa, ma perchè venderlo come "affrontabile anche in single player", se in solitaria risulta essere, ancora: noioso e frustrante? Nei rogue lite, il segreto del successo è anzitutto far migliorare skill e strumenti del giocatore-avatar.. accade anche qua, ma i miglioramenti sono penosi, e la componente totalmente randomica ammazza la pianificazione.
    Si salva l'estetica. Stop. Niente altro.
    Forse con più ore di gioco migliora.. ma sento di averne investite già fin troppe. Quindi non credo ripasserò qua per un update.

    Primo gioco di Team17 a risultare, per me, così terribile. Dispiace.    … Full Review »
  2. Nitbratck
    Jan 20, 2023
    9
    One of the best in its genre. One thing that may up sad you is its length a bit short but hell of a fun.
  3. Rakasta7
    Jan 15, 2023
    9
    I had so much fun playing this game with my gf, every run feels distinct and refreshing. Probably the only downside is the fact that it’sI had so much fun playing this game with my gf, every run feels distinct and refreshing. Probably the only downside is the fact that it’s short, so we hope the studio manages to update or make an expansion to the game soon.… Full Review »
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