Key takeaways
ShipShaper at a glance
- On Steam for $11.99.
- Developed by Tomas Sala, published by Wired Productions.
- 245 Steam user reviews so far.
- 7-day popularity peak on Oct 19, 2026; heat score 2/100.
What is ShipShaper?
ShipShaper is a creative game about the simple joy of designing ships, made by Tomas Sala. It is playable in Early Access since Sep 2, 2026.
The joy of designing boats and ships, nothing more, nothing less. Tall ships, steamers, pre-dreadnought french monstrosities, I love 'em all! ShipShaper is an explorative ship builder I made for the simple pleasure of shaping boats and ships.
ShipShaper is made by Tomas Sala and published by Wired Productions. It is playable in Early Access since Sep 2, 2026. It is listed on Steam for Windows at $11.99. It has collected 245 Steam user reviews so far. Modes on record: single-player.
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 19, 2026. The developer's latest post, “SURPRISE! Multiplayer Is On It's Way & You Can Play Today!”, went up on Oct 27, 2026.
ShipShaper screenshots & media
3 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Design ships → fish vessels. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of ShipShaper looks like.
Modes
Single-player.
Progression
Progression is upgrade-driven: earnings and collectibles unlock faster progress. Long-term goals include steam leaderboards.
Controls & platforms
Runs on Windows. Cloud saves.
Standout features
Also includes Steam Workshop mods.
Store & community tags: Casual, Indie, Simulator, Horror
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Early Access
- Release date
- Sep 2, 2026
- Access
- Early Access — still in development
- Latest update
- SURPRISE! Multiplayer Is On It's Way & You Can Play Today! · Oct 27, 2026
- Added
- Oct 20, 2026
- Developer newsSURPRISE! Multiplayer Is On It's Way & You Can Play Today!
Ahoy, ShipShapers! I've been teasing this for quite a while and not without good reason, multiplayer is coming to ShipShaper. Turning it from a creation fun experience or tool, into a full blown game.
- AddedShipShaper added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Developer newsSomething Big Is On The Horizon...
Ahoy Shapers of Ships! The rumours are true! Something big is coming! Something big is coming and ShipShaper is EVOLVING. We have been making waves! Gather your troops, you'll need your friends for this one. The Rumour.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 23/100
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 19, 2026.
- Developer newsWINNER ANNOUNCED - Iron Age Torpedo Boat of the Grand Armada
Winner 4! We have our fourth winner! This week's theme was: Iron Age Torpedo Boat of the Grand Armada. and the winner is. Lindemo - Emperor Anchordragger! This boat is awesome and perfectly matches the theme - congratulations Lindemo!
- Patch notesMajor update now live
Hi everyone, it's been a few weeks, more than that even!, shame on me. An unusually long time since updates. And unless you've been dipping into the public beta here on steam (via game properties/betas).
Timeline entries marked Patch notes / Developer news are the developer's own posts on Steam; dates are UTC.
Where to play
ShipShaper is on Steam for Windows at $11.99. The Steam page is the official place to buy, update and read patch notes.
Community & official links
Official channels
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for ShipShaper — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Reinvest early earnings into upgrades that raise income, not cosmetics.
- Play with headphones — sound cues usually warn you before a threat appears.
- Read the latest patch notes — new games change quickly in their first weeks.
- Play a short session first to learn the controls before diving into longer runs.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Steam
- Status & momentum
- New & notableEarly Access
- Play modes
- Single-player
- Store tags
- CasualIndieSimulatorHorror
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for ShipShaper moved from 0 to 0 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 19, 2026. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 20, 2026.
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Wed Oct 14 | 0 |
| Thu Oct 15 | 0 |
| Fri Oct 16 | 0 |
| Sat Oct 17 | 4 |
| Sun Oct 18 | 3 |
| Mon Oct 19 | 10 |
| Tue Oct 20 | 0 |
ShipShaper FAQ
What is ShipShaper?
ShipShaper is a creative game about the simple joy of designing ships, made by Tomas Sala. It is playable in Early Access since Sep 2, 2026. It is tagged Casual, Indie and Simulator.
How much does ShipShaper cost?
ShipShaper costs $11.99 on Steam at our last check. Steam prices vary by region and change during sales, so the store page is the authority on today's price.
Is ShipShaper finished?
Not yet — it is in Early Access (since Sep 2, 2026), so content and balance are still changing between updates. The most recent developer post, “SURPRISE! Multiplayer Is On It's Way & You Can Play Today!”, went up on Oct 27, 2026.
Is ShipShaper multiplayer?
No multiplayer mode is on record — ShipShaper is listed as a single-player game.
Who made ShipShaper?
ShipShaper is developed by Tomas Sala and published by Wired Productions. Follow the official site for announcements.
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