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Created page with "<div class="cc-container"> = Everything is Crab — Getting started = Quick guide to installing, configuring and playing, based on Discord information. --- == Where to play == - '''Steam:''' Everything is Crab - The Animal Evolution Roguelite (https://store.steampowered.com/app/3526710/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_Roguelite/) - '''Steam Demo:''' Everything is Crab - Demo (https://store.steampowered.com/app/4308510/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_..." |
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== Where to play == | == Where to play == | ||
- | - Steam: Everything is Crab - The Animal Evolution Roguelite (https://store.steampowered.com/app/3526710/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_Roguelite/) | ||
- | - Steam Demo: Everything is Crab - Demo (https://store.steampowered.com/app/4308510/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_Roguelite_Demo/) | ||
During playtests, the game can be accessed from your Steam library (update when available). Playtest keys were sent when reacting with 🦀 to a post in #announcements or when requesting in #general. | During playtests, the game can be accessed from your Steam library (update when available). Playtest keys were sent when reacting with 🦀 to a post in #announcements or when requesting in #general. | ||
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In the evolution picker: 1, 2, 3 = choose; R = Reroll; U = Upgrade; Enter = Continue. | |||
In the POI picker: 1, 2, 3 = choose. | |||
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== First steps == | == First steps == | ||
* | * Tutorial — On your first run (or when chosen), the tutorial teaches movement, attack, dash, food and evolutions. | ||
* | * Difficulty — Start with D1; new difficulties unlock when you beat the previous one. | ||
* | * Evolutions — On level up, pick 1 of 3 cards; use right click to flip and see the description (and fun facts). R = reroll (if available), U = upgrade with MP (Mutagen Points). | ||
* | * POIs — Map points with an icon; interact to get bonuses. Senses increases detection range. | ||
* | * Bosses — The bar at the top shows when the boss appears. Enter the area, survive or defeat; when the timer ends the walls drop and you can leave or keep fighting. | ||
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== Initial tips == | == Initial tips == | ||
- | - Pause (ESC) — View stats, evolution list and tooltips (hover over names). | ||
- | - Attack Penalty / Cooldown — Values in %; lower = better (e.g. 95% = 5% reduction). | ||
- | - PD vs AD — Physical Damage (contact attacks) and Ability Damage (Spit, Beak, etc.); each evolution states which it uses. | ||
- | - Bullseye (Genetic) — Makes all attacks use the higher of PD and AD; good for hybrid builds. | ||
- To | - To win without attacking (Pacifist): prioritise speed, Cheek Pouch and survive until the boss timer ends. | ||
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== Resolution and performance == | == Resolution and performance == | ||
- In older versions | - In older versions 1920x1080 was recommended; lower resolutions could crop the screen. In recent patches the UI scales with screen size. | ||
- | - VSync is in settings (off by default). FPS may be capped at 120 in-game and in menus. | ||
- | - Steam Deck: in 0.9.1, average ~45fps and reduced stutters; improvements ongoing. | ||
- If you find bugs, use | - If you find bugs, use F1 to open the Bug Report and attach the generated zip on Discord (#bugs or the indicated channel). | ||
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Content based on the Discord dump. For current information, check the game and official channels. | |||
[[Category:Community]] | [[Category:Community]] | ||
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Revision as of 16:07, 6 March 2026
Everything is Crab — Getting started
Quick guide to installing, configuring and playing, based on Discord information.
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Where to play
- Steam: Everything is Crab - The Animal Evolution Roguelite (https://store.steampowered.com/app/3526710/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_Roguelite/) - Steam Demo: Everything is Crab - Demo (https://store.steampowered.com/app/4308510/Everything_is_Crab_The_Animal_Evolution_Roguelite_Demo/)
During playtests, the game can be accessed from your Steam library (update when available). Playtest keys were sent when reacting with 🦀 to a post in #announcements or when requesting in #general.
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Controls (keyboard and mouse)
| Action | Key / button |
|---|---|
| Move | **W A S D** |
| Aim | **Mouse** |
| Primary attack / Select | **Left click** |
| Secondary attack / Flip card | **Right click** |
| Ultimate | **Middle click** (or corresponding key) |
| Dash | **Space** |
| Pause / Stats | **ESC** |
| Bug report | **F1** |
In the evolution picker: 1, 2, 3 = choose; R = Reroll; U = Upgrade; Enter = Continue. In the POI picker: 1, 2, 3 = choose.
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First steps
- Tutorial — On your first run (or when chosen), the tutorial teaches movement, attack, dash, food and evolutions.
- Difficulty — Start with D1; new difficulties unlock when you beat the previous one.
- Evolutions — On level up, pick 1 of 3 cards; use right click to flip and see the description (and fun facts). R = reroll (if available), U = upgrade with MP (Mutagen Points).
- POIs — Map points with an icon; interact to get bonuses. Senses increases detection range.
- Bosses — The bar at the top shows when the boss appears. Enter the area, survive or defeat; when the timer ends the walls drop and you can leave or keep fighting.
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Initial tips
- Pause (ESC) — View stats, evolution list and tooltips (hover over names). - Attack Penalty / Cooldown — Values in %; lower = better (e.g. 95% = 5% reduction). - PD vs AD — Physical Damage (contact attacks) and Ability Damage (Spit, Beak, etc.); each evolution states which it uses. - Bullseye (Genetic) — Makes all attacks use the higher of PD and AD; good for hybrid builds. - To win without attacking (Pacifist): prioritise speed, Cheek Pouch and survive until the boss timer ends.
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Resolution and performance
- In older versions 1920x1080 was recommended; lower resolutions could crop the screen. In recent patches the UI scales with screen size. - VSync is in settings (off by default). FPS may be capped at 120 in-game and in menus. - Steam Deck: in 0.9.1, average ~45fps and reduced stutters; improvements ongoing. - If you find bugs, use F1 to open the Bug Report and attach the generated zip on Discord (#bugs or the indicated channel).
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Useful links
- FAQ (FAQ.md) — Frequently asked questions. - Game Mechanics (Game-Mechanics.md) — Stats, affinity, genetics, POIs. - Evolutions Reference (Evolutions-Reference.md) — List of evolutions. - Community Resources (Community-Resources.md) — Spreadsheets, Steam, Discord.
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Content based on the Discord dump. For current information, check the game and official channels.