Take care of your very own hermit crab in Crabs! Raise and train your crab to explore the backyard, uncover hidden secrets, and develop new abilities. Keep your crab alive by checking in regularly in this offline idle simulator. Get Crabs and Take Responsibility.
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Positive (11) - 100% of the 11 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
Feb 14, 2025

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Id like to develop the game over time with feedback from the community to help influence the direction of the game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“At least a year.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Id like to add a variety of custom shells and tanks available to players. As well as steam achievements and trading cards. More animations for the hermit crabs and possibly more!”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“In the game you are capable of caring for your hermit crab at a basic level to keep him alive. Some minigames are playable and new shells are collectable.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The price will stay the same throughout development and after full release.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Id like to involve the community to have a say in direction of certain features and possibly to submit there own shell designs in the future for players to collect.”
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About This Game

Welcome to the tranquil world of Crabs, a relaxing way to experience the joys and quirks of owning a hermit crab without the mess of a real-life tank.

This simulator and idle game puts you in the role of a dedicated hermit crab caretaker. Your mission is to keep your little crustacean friend happy, healthy, and thriving in its cozy habitat.

Key Features

Care for Your Crab – It’s simple. Get a crab, bring it home, and keep its food and water topped up for a few days. Make sure to check in before it runs out and refill as needed. Keep your crab alive as long as possible. Train it to improve its skills and discover new abilities along the way.

Real-Time Gameplay – The game continues even when you are not playing, so there is no need to keep it open between visits.

Backyard Adventure – Take control of your crab and explore the backyard. Discover secrets, face threats, and solve puzzles to discover new traits and abilities for your crabs!

Tank Variety and Customization – Unlock larger tank designs and customize them with decorations to create the perfect environment for your crab. (Coming soon)

Perfect for anyone looking for a low-pressure gameplay experience, Crabs captures the simple joy of caring for a hermit crab. Whether you are a longtime hermit crab enthusiast or just curious about these fascinating creatures, this game invites you to slow down and enjoy life’s tiny wonders.

Crabs is in early access and does not represent the final product. I will do my best at regular updates to improve the experience and add new features. Some content is still a work in progress. Please visit the Discord to report any bugs and share your feedback.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Your pet crab can perish. Depictions of disposing of a dead pet crab.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10/11
    • Processor: Intel Core i7
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA Geforce GTX2080
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10/11
    • Processor: Intel Core i7
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA Geforce 3060
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 2 GB available space

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