"Command a giant battle-crab across a vast sandy ocean in this frantic co-op action adventure."
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About
DuneCrawl reimagines naval combat by replacing the ocean with endless dunes and ships with gigantic, cannon-wielding crustaceans. As a Crab Keeper, you must pilot your fortress-like crawler through a seamless open world, balancing frantic ship management with isometric on-foot exploration. Whether solo with an AI companion or in a crew of four, the sandy seas await with loot, danger, and rival factions.
Story
You are a privateer for the Polloi people, tasked with defending your homeland from the territorial conquests of massive clay crawlers and 'jar-head' invaders. In a world described as a 'sicko version of Risk,' factions battle for control over bug-infested islands and trap-filled dungeons. Your journey involves restoring peace to the wasteland, intercepting enemy convoys, and uncovering the secrets of the ancient sands.
Gameplay
Gameplay is split between tactical 'naval' combat and dungeon crawling. Piloting the crawler requires Overcooked-style coordination: steering, manually loading black powder cannons, repairing hull damage, and boarding enemy vessels. On foot, the game shifts to an isometric action-adventure featuring lock-on combat with bows, guns, and bombs, alongside puzzle-solving in deep caverns.
Key Features
- 11-4 Player Co-op (Local & Online)
- 2Customizable Dune Crawler Vessels
- 3Manual Cannon Loading Mechanics
- 4Seamless Open-World Desert
- 5Boarding Actions & Enemy Ship Raids
- 6Destructible Environments
- 7Variety of Mounts & Small Vehicles
- 8Resource Gathering & Crafting
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Highly original setting and premise
- +Engaging co-op mechanics that demand teamwork
- +Ambitious open-world scope for an indie title
- +Distinct visual style blending whimsy and grit
- +Map system prevents aimless wandering
Cons
- -On-foot aiming controls can feel clunky
- -Steep learning curve for solo coordination
- -Slower-paced cannon firing may deter arcade fans
Game Ratings
Thrives on chaotic, 'Overcooked-style' teamwork
Vast sandy seas with diverse islands
Unique blend of naval adventure and desert wasteland
Slightly clunky aiming and movement mechanics
Refreshingly weird concept and execution
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love coordinating roles under pressure
Fans of uncovering map secrets and dungeons
Those willing to manage AI crews for glory
Similar To
Naval Adventure
Sea of Thieves
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Crew Management
Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
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Combat/Dungeons
The Legend of Zelda (Isometric)
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💡 Did You Know?
Solo players get an AI 'goly companion' to help manage the ship.
Cannons must be manually loaded with powder and shot, making combat deliberately tactical.
The game features beetle races and acid-spitting scorpions as side activities.
Development was partially funded by Ontario Creates.
Released in January 2026, marking it as one of the year's first major indie titles.
Latest Updates & Events
DuneCrawl - 15% OFF on Steam
DuneCrawl is currently featured on the Steam store!
“A strange, ambitious package that stands out as an indie gem despite its rough edges.”— Early Reception
“Think Sea of Thieves meets Zelda on a giant crab.”— Player Overview
Game Ratings
Thrives on chaotic, 'Overcooked-style' teamwork
Vast sandy seas with diverse islands
Unique blend of naval adventure and desert wasteland
Slightly clunky aiming and movement mechanics
Refreshingly weird concept and execution
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players who love coordinating roles under pressure
Fans of uncovering map secrets and dungeons
Those willing to manage AI crews for glory
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Solo players get an AI 'goly companion' to help manage the ship.
Cannons must be manually loaded with powder and shot, making combat deliberately tactical.
The game features beetle races and acid-spitting scorpions as side activities.
Development was partially funded by Ontario Creates.
Released in January 2026, marking it as one of the year's first major indie titles.
Latest Updates & Events
DuneCrawl - 15% OFF on Steam
DuneCrawl is currently featured on the Steam store!
Arsenal & Tools
- •Black Powder Cannons (Ship)
- •Flintlock Pistols & Muskets
- •Melee Weapons (Swords/Axes)
- •Bombs (Combat & Exploration)
- •Magical Masks (Stat Buffs)