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Ayo the Clown

Taking inspiration from some classic platformers, Ayo has some big (clown) shoes to fill!
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74%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
story, music
86% User Score Based on 43 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 8 reviews

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Ayo the Clown is a single player arcade platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Cloud M1 and was released on July 27, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"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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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
graphics11 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • Ayo the Clown features charming visuals and a delightful art style that evokes nostalgia for classic platformers.
  • The gameplay is engaging with a variety of levels, mechanics, and collectibles, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages.
  • The game offers a cute story and a lighthearted atmosphere, providing a fun and relaxing experience without overly punishing difficulty.
  • The controls can feel unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially with inconsistent hitboxes and collision detection.
  • Camera issues can hinder gameplay, often getting stuck or failing to provide a clear view of the environment, resulting in unnecessary deaths.
  • Some levels are overly long and could benefit from better pacing, which may lead to player fatigue.
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 playful elements with smooth graphics, making it visually appealing and accessible to all ages.

    • “I love the colorful and clean looking art style.”
    • “Ayo the Clown is an adorable platformer with gorgeous, vibrant visuals that is severely underrated and underappreciated.”
    • “The adorable, vibrant art style was a welcome rainbow explosion to my eyes.”
    • “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]”
  • story
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Ayo the Clown" is characterized as cute and charming, with heartwarming side characters and a playful atmosphere, though it is often criticized for being predictable and lacking depth, resembling a children's picture book. While the narrative is not the main focus, players appreciate the engaging gameplay and challenging quests that enhance the overall experience. Despite some issues with storytelling, the visuals and gameplay mechanics are praised, making it enjoyable for players.

    • “The side characters, storyline, and everything are so heartwarming and cute.”
    • “Featuring a cute story and playful graphics, Ayo the Clown brings new life to old platformers.”
    • “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.”
    • “To be blunt, the story of Ayo the Clown is not very interesting.”
    • “Without spoilers, the story is utterly predictable and is exactly what you would expect out of a children's picture storybook.”
    • “Despite being somewhat unimpressed with such a childish story, I found the gameplay to be absolutely fantastic.”
  • gameplay
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its charm, variety, and engaging mechanics, featuring well-designed levels, diverse boss fights, and a plethora of upgrades and collectibles. While the controls and hitbox issues detract from the overall experience, the game maintains a fresh and entertaining flow with its evolving challenges and visually appealing graphics. Despite a simplistic story, the gameplay stands out as enjoyable for both children and adults alike.

    • “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.”
    • “What I especially loved about this title was its variability in gameplay.”
    • “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.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 lacking excitement. However, many appreciate the variety in the soundtrack across different levels and boss battles, noting that it enhances the overall experience and complements the game's cheerful aesthetic. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as enjoyable and well-suited to the game's playful atmosphere.

    • “The overly perky sound effects and joyful soundtrack were exactly what I expected in a game such as this.”
    • “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 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.”
    • “Whilst there is nothing genre-defining in this game, its cute graphical style, relaxing soundtrack, and familiar gameplay mean you can't help but enjoy yourself.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its wholesome and heartwarming qualities, offering a charming experience filled with levity and emotional resonance, particularly through its side characters and storyline. It is highly recommended for players of all ages, especially those who enjoy platformers.

    • “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

    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

    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.

    • “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.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its outstanding optimization, which enhances the overall experience, making it an appealing choice for players seeking a charming platformer that focuses on accessibility rather than difficulty.

    • “A charming main character, solid art design, and outstanding optimization make this a Mario-like worthy of your attention, especially if you're looking for a platformer that doesn't prioritize difficulty.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game often stems from unexpected glitches, which add an amusing element to the 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

    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 for achievements feels pointless and tedious.”
    • “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and frustrating.”
    • “I find the grinding mechanics to be repetitive and lacking in enjoyment.”
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Ayo the Clown is a arcade platformer game with fantasy theme.

Ayo the Clown is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Ayo the Clown was released on July 27, 2021.

Ayo the Clown was developed by Cloud M1.

Ayo the Clown has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Ayo the Clown is a single player game.

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