Shotgun Farmers is an online multiplayer shooter where missed shots grow new guns! Fire your bullets into the ground to plant your ammo. The longer it grows the more ammo you will get!
The core gameplay mechanic that sets this title apart is how players handle ammunition. Instead of traditional reloading, players must "plant" their spent cartridges in the ground. Over time, these planted bullets grow into new weapon types, such as a "Peavolver" pistol or "Carrocket Launcher". This creates an engaging loop where players must carefully aim their shots to grow the weapons they need, while also denying opponents the chance to harvest their own ammo. Allowing a weapon plant to fully mature will yield a larger ammunition clip, introducing strategic decisions around quickly grabbing a freshly planted gun or waiting for a larger payload.
Beyond the standard issue shotgun, the game features a diverse array of unconventional, produce-inspired weaponry. From the Gromato Launcher's ability to stick to surfaces, to the long-range precision of the Sniperagus rifle, each implement has unique properties that encourage experimentation. This variety of tool options, ranging from the Peavolver pistol to the Watermel-MG, allows players to adapt their playstyle to the situation at hand rather than relying on a single "best" weapon.
The game features smooth, responsive control schemes that enable precise aiming and evasive maneuvers. The first-person movement and shooting feel weighty and impactful, with a good sense of momentum to techniques like circle-strafing, bunny hopping, and rocket jumping. This high skill ceiling for movement and aim allows skilled players to outmaneuver opponents, while still maintaining an accessible baseline for newcomers.
Complementing the core gunplay, the title offers a variety of unique game modes beyond standard team deathmatch. Objectives range from capturing and holding a live chicken in "Chicken Run" to shepherding a pig to your team's base in "Capture the Pig". The constantly shifting control point in "King of the Crow" further encourages adaptable strategies. For those looking to team up, the cooperative "Horde Mode" provides a challenging gauntlet of zombie farmers to overcome.