Ayo the Clown

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"Ayo the Clown" is a heartwarming platformer where you play as Ayo, a clown searching for his missing dog, Bo. Explore unique stages filled with friendly characters and challenging platforms, as you help Ayo reunite with his best friend. Immerse yourself in Ayo's world and experience his one-of-a-kind humor throughout this unforgettable adventure.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Ayo the Clown features vibrant and adorable visuals, reminiscent of classic platformers, making it a delightful experience for players of all ages.
The gameplay is engaging with a variety of mechanics, new abilities, and optional quests that keep the experience fresh and enjoyable.
The game has a wholesome and cheerful tone, providing a relaxing atmosphere that appeals to both children and adults.

The controls can feel unresponsive and unreliable at times, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially during critical moments.
Camera angles are often awkward, making it difficult to navigate certain levels and resulting in unnecessary deaths.
Some levels are excessively long, and the game suffers from occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt the flow of play.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
41%
13%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, colorful, and clean art style, reminiscent of early 2000s children's shows and late 90s CGI. Players appreciate the charming and adorable visuals that enhance the overall experience, despite some criticism of the music being less engaging. The 2.5D aesthetic effectively combines nostalgic elements with modern gameplay, making it visually appealing and accessible to a broad audience.
- “I love the colorful and clean looking art style.”
- “The adorable, vibrant art style was a welcome rainbow explosion to my eyes.”
- “Despite each world being remarkably different from each other, they are all equally overflowing with their pleasantly charming, cute, and childish aesthetic.”
- “Everything from the art style to the music to the character designs gives off the vibes of a kid's show from the early 2000s.”
- “The art style kinda reminds me of some late 90s/early 2000s game CGI intros.”
- “[unexpected moments can be annoying, upgrades are too few and far between, art style is rather disjointed]”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
23%
18%
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, vibrant visuals, and variety, offering a mix of challenges, puzzles, and unique experiences like boss fights and vehicle controls. While the story may feel childish, the gameplay remains entertaining and accessible for both children and adults, ensuring that each level feels fresh and enjoyable. Overall, the game successfully combines strong mechanics with appealing aesthetics, making it a standout platformer.
- “Ayo is incredibly good at throwing new mechanics, new gameplay, new moves, new challenges, and new puzzles at the player all the way to the very last few levels.”
- “Gameplay is also kept fresh with varying boss fights and introduces areas where we take control of a tank, helicopter, or even ride in a rollercoaster.”
- “Mechanics don't work when you need them to.”
- “Gameplay never gets stale, as every single level is different from the previous one.”
- “Its childish appearance is obnoxiously cute, but its gameplay also holds strong.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
64%
18%
The story of "Ayo the Clown" is generally viewed as simplistic and predictable, resembling a children's picture book, with minimal focus on narrative development. While the charming side characters and heartwarming elements add some appeal, many players found the gameplay and visuals to be far more engaging than the story itself. Overall, the game is enjoyed for its entertaining mechanics and cute aesthetics, despite the lackluster narrative.
- “The side characters, storyline, and everything are so heartwarming and cute.”
- “At the beginning, I thought it would be a bit easy, but the levels become more difficult and intriguing as you go along, as well as adding side missions and charming little surprises.”
- “Featuring a cute story and playful graphics, Ayo the Clown brings new life to old platformers.”
- “To be blunt, the story of Ayo the Clown is not very interesting.”
- “Despite the art in the cutscenes being gorgeous, there is not much of a focus on the story, with most story components lasting less than a minute.”
- “Without spoilers, the story is utterly predictable and is exactly what you would expect out of a children's picture storybook.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it charming and fitting for the whimsical visuals, others describe it as boring and disconnected from the overall experience. However, many appreciate the variety in the soundtrack across different levels and boss battles, noting that it enhances the game's enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect that complements the game's colorful graphics and accessible gameplay.
- “Thankfully, the soundtrack is not on a loop and does change from level to level, especially in boss battles.”
- “The music matches the way you are progressing through the stage, whimsical and energetic.”
- “The only downside is the music, which is really boring and far removed from the visuals and controls presented here.”
- “Everything from the art style to the music to the character designs gives off the vibes of a kid's show from the early 2000s.”
- “The overly perky sound effects and joyful soundtrack were exactly what I expected in a game such as this.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its wholesome and heartwarming qualities, featuring charming side characters and a delightful storyline that evokes a sense of levity and emotional resonance. It is highly recommended for players seeking a fun and uplifting experience, particularly suitable for children.
- “Seriously though, this game is so wholesome!”
- “The side characters, storyline, and everything are so heartwarming and cute.”
- “I will say that it provided plenty of levity but was I to find deep emotional resonance at the end of my experience?”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The game offers significant replayability, featuring six collectibles in each level that appeal to achievement hunters. With over nine hours of content per playthrough, players are encouraged to revisit levels to discover all collectibles, enhancing the overall experience for casual platformer fans.
- “With over 9 hours of content for one playthrough and great replayability value, I highly recommend this title for all casual platformer fans.”
- “There is a large replayability value as in every level, there are 6 collectibles to find, which are needed for achievement hunters.”
- “You may have to go out of your way to find collectibles, increasing replayability.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The character development is heavily influenced by a nostalgic early 2000s aesthetic, featuring cute designs and vibrant environments that evoke memories of childhood platform games. This artistic approach enhances the overall charm and appeal of the characters, making them relatable and endearing to players.
- “It’s reminiscent of the platform games I’ve played in my childhood with its cute character designs and colorful stages, and it brings back fond memories.”
- “The character development is engaging, allowing players to form a deep connection with each character as their stories unfold.”
- “The diverse range of characters, each with unique backgrounds and personalities, adds depth to the overall narrative.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game, leaving their arcs feeling unfulfilled.”
- “There is little to no backstory provided for the characters, which makes it difficult to invest in their journeys.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, users report occasional glitches and minor bugs that can be amusing rather than disruptive, indicating that while there are some stability issues, they do not significantly detract from the overall gaming experience.
- “I encountered several glitches from time to time, but honestly, they were rather funny.”
- “There are a few nagging issues, the odd bug where something might not quite work as it should, but nothing that spoils the experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be enhanced by occasional glitches, which often lead to amusing situations. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “I happened to run into a few glitches from time to time, but honestly, they were rather funny.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users indicate that there are no grinding achievements in the game, suggesting a lack of repetitive tasks or activities designed to extend gameplay through grinding.
- “Grinding achievements: no”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just wasn't rewarding.”

69%Critics’ scoreBased on 8 critic reviews

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