Introduction
Shell Shockers is a wildly entertaining multiplayer first-person shooter (FPS) game with a quirky twist—you play as an armed egg! Developed by Blue Wizard Digital, this .io game pits egg characters against each other in fast-paced, chaotic battles where the goal is to “crack” your opponents using an arsenal of guns and explosives.
Released in September 2017, Shell Shockers has gained a massive following thanks to its lighthearted, cartoonish style and addictive gameplay. Available on web browsers, as well as iOS and Android (though mobile support was discontinued in January 2024), it’s free to play and easy to jump into, making it accessible to players of all ages.
How to play Shell Shockers
Controls
Master the default controls (customizable in settings):
- Movement: W.A.S.D keys to move your egg around.
- Jump: Spacebar to hop over obstacles or dodge shots.
- Aim: Hold Shift to zoom in (useful for snipers).
- Shoot: Left-click to fire your weapon.
- Reload: R to refill your ammo.
- Switch Weapon: E to swap to your pistol if your primary runs dry.
- Grenade: Q to toss an explosive (hold to throw farther).
- Melee: F for a close-range swing to crack nearby eggs.
Setting Up Your Egg
Before entering a game, customize your egg:
- Name: Choose a unique username to identify yourself in the arena.
- Appearance: Head to the Inventory to tweak your egg’s color, add hats, stamps, or skins for a personalized look (some items require in-game currency, Golden Eggs, earned through play or purchase).
- Weapon: Pick your starting weapon from options like the EggK-47 (assault rifle), Scrambler (shotgun), or Crackshot (sniper). You can swap weapons upon respawning if needed.
Game Modes
- Free For All (FFA): Every egg for itself! Shoot everyone you see to rack up kills and aim for the highest streak. There’s no end—just keep cracking until you’re done.
- Teams: Join the red or blue team and work together to outscore the opposing side by eliminating enemy eggs.
- Captula the Spatula: A capture-the-flag twist. Grab the golden spatula, hold it for points, and defend it with your team. Kills while holding the spatula boost your score, but your location is revealed to all.
- King of the Coop: Fight to control a designated “coop” area. Capture it for your team and hold it to earn points—first to five wins the round.
Gameplay
- Objective: Crack as many enemy eggs as possible while avoiding getting scrambled yourself. Your kill streak appears at the top of the screen, resetting if you’re taken out.
- Respawn: After being cracked, you’ll respawn after a short delay (sometimes with an ad). Use this time to adjust your weapon or strategy.
- Maps: Each map has unique layouts—learn hiding spots, vantage points, and ammo pickups to gain an edge.
- Weapons: Experiment with the seven main weapons (e.g., Free Ranger for long-range, Whipper for close combat) to find your playstyle. Each has distinct strengths and ammo limits.
