Open Wide… If You Dare
There are some job descriptions that are just inherently terrifying. Firefighter, bomb disposal expert, and now, thanks to a brilliantly twisted new indie game, we can add ‘Shark Dentist’ to that list. A new gameplay trailer revealed during IGN’s Fall Fan Fest gives us a closer, more terrifying look at one of the most unique and high-concept horror games on the horizon. ‘Shark Dentist’ is exactly what it sounds like: a game where your job is to treat the teeth of giant, sedated sharks, and if you mess up, they wake up and eat you. It’s a premise that’s equal parts hilarious and horrifying, and it looks like an absolute blast.
Developed by Alice Games, ‘Shark Dentist’ is a roguelike horror game that is all about precision, luck, and managing your own rising panic. Forget haunted houses and zombies; your greatest fear is now a great white with a toothache.
The Most Dangerous Dental Work in the World
The new gameplay trailer throws us right into the grim, underground clinic where this bizarre work takes place. As the dentist, you stand over a massive, anaesthetized shark, armed with an array of dental tools. Your task seems simple enough: identify the bad teeth and fix them. But this is where the roguelike mechanics and high-stakes horror come in. Each run is randomized. You’ll face different dental issues, have access to different tools, and be hit with unique debuffs that will keep you on your toes.
The core of the gameplay is a terrifying balancing act. You have to monitor the shark’s stress levels, your oxygen supply, and the anesthesia. Make too much noise, take too long, or use the wrong tool, and you risk waking the beast. And when it wakes up, it’s not happy. The trailer shows off several gruesome ways your career can come to a sudden, bloody end, from having your arm bitten off to being devoured whole. It’s ‘Surgeon Simulator’ meets ‘Jaws’, and it looks incredibly intense.
Designed for Screams and Streams
The developers have been open about their inspirations, citing games like the viral hit ‘Buckshot Roulette’ and movies like ‘Saw’ and ‘Jaws’. The game is built around short, intense, high-stress gameplay loops that are perfect for streaming. The combination of randomized jump scares and the ever-present threat of being eaten is a recipe for hilarious and terrifying reactions. It’s easy to see this becoming the next big thing on Twitch and YouTube, as players and audiences alike hold their breath with every move.
The community is already buzzing, with some fans on Reddit humorously debating the realism of a shark needing a dentist (since they can regenerate their teeth). But as others have pointed out, when you’re playing a game called ‘Shark Dentist’, you’re not exactly looking for a documentary. You’re looking for fun, and this game promises to deliver it in spades.
Is This the Most Stressful Game Ever?
The new gameplay has drawn comparisons to other high-tension horror games. Some have likened it to ‘Phasmophobia,’ but instead of hunting for different ghosts, you’re just trying not to get your arms ripped off by one very angry shark. It’s a game that strips horror down to its most basic elements: a single, relentless threat and the constant fear of making one fatal mistake. It’s a simple, brilliant concept that is sure to get your heart pounding.
FAQs
1. What is ‘Shark Dentist’?
‘Shark Dentist’ is a first-person horror roguelike where you play as a dentist tasked with treating the teeth of giant, sedated sharks. One wrong move can cause them to wake up and attack you.
2. What kind of gameplay does it have?
It features randomized runs with different dental problems, tools, and jump scares. You must manage the shark’s stress level, your oxygen, and the anesthesia to survive.
3. Who is making the game?
The game is being developed by an indie studio called Alice Games.
4. When is the release date?
A release date has not been announced yet, but you can wishlist the game on Steam to be notified when it becomes available.
5. What platforms will it be on?
‘Shark Dentist’ is currently announced for PC.
6. What games are similar to ‘Shark Dentist’?
Its high-stress, single-threat gameplay has been compared to games like ‘Buckshot Roulette’, while its methodical, high-stakes tasks draw parallels to ‘Surgeon Simulator’ and ‘Phasmophobia’.
Conclusion
‘Shark Dentist’ is the kind of wild, high-concept indie game that immediately captures the imagination. It’s a game that knows exactly what it is: a terrifying, tense, and darkly funny experience built around a single, fantastic idea. While we don’t have a release date yet, the extensive marketing and polished gameplay trailers suggest that we won’t have to wait too long to book our first appointment. Just be sure to bring a steady hand and maybe a spare set of arms.