Get Started...
Android
iOS
Mac
Switch
Wii
Wii U
PC
PS4
PS5
Xbox One
Xbox X|S
Please enter a valid email address
Please choose a platform
:
How does your child play this? Alone, with friends, with family? How did they discover it and what kept them coming back for more?
:
:
To verify your input please enter your email to create an account.
Email:
Play Overview
Shoulders of Giants (2023) is a shooting game where you control a sword-wielding robot and the gunslinging space frog that is piloting it. Although it mixes things up letting you switch between two characters, it keeps play approachable in its straightforward battles. It stands out for the unusual characters, but also the surprisingly deep (and wacky) customisations you can select before each mission.
Play involves working alone or in a team to restore health and life to your corrupted planet. You explore each area to destroy the enemy machines and take over control points. To do this you need to find abilities and weapons that help you develop your character both during and between levels: grappling hooks, speed bursts, glowing grenades, and a futuristic trash van you can ride.
The result is an approachable shooting and brawling game. It's a great fit for expert and novice players to team up. But also, the two characters create an inviting way to dip your toe into the genre.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Shoulders of Giants 21 months ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 10 months ago.
Play involves working alone or in a team to restore health and life to your corrupted planet. You explore each area to destroy the enemy machines and take over control points. To do this you need to find abilities and weapons that help you develop your character both during and between levels: grappling hooks, speed bursts, glowing grenades, and a futuristic trash van you can ride.
The result is an approachable shooting and brawling game. It's a great fit for expert and novice players to team up. But also, the two characters create an inviting way to dip your toe into the genre.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Shoulders of Giants 21 months ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 10 months ago.
Too complex for your family? There are lots of games similar to Shoulders of Giants. Here are some easier younger-rated games:
Play Style
Duration
Best Friend mode lets you team up with a friend one of you controls the frog and the other the robot. Army of Four mode is for four-player teams.
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
Age Ratings
Content Rating
Users Interact: The game enables players to interact and communicate with each other, so may expose players to language usually associated with older rated games.
Skill Level
10+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. The relatively simple gameplay and novel characters makes this fun for younger players. Being able to team up so one person controls movement and the other controls shooting also works well for different abilities.
Costs
Shoulders of Giants
 | Xbox One | - | ||
 | PC | - | ||
| Xbox X|S | - | ||
Game Details
Release Date: 26/01/2023
Out Now: PC, Xbox One and Xbox X|S
Skill Rating: 10+ year-olds
Players: 1 (4 online)
Genres: Shooting, Traversal (Action, Adventure and Fighting)
Accessibility: 0 features documented (Tweet Developer )
Components: 3D Third-Person and Cartoon
Developer: Shoulders Of G (@ShouldersOfG)
 |
Written by parents for parents, the database complements the in-depth discussion about video game addiction, violence, spending and online safety in the Taming Gaming book. We are an editorially independent, free resource without adverts that is supported by partnerships. |
© 2024 Family Gaming Database