Calamari Clash

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Calamari Clash is a multiplayer casual racing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by fallen penguin studios and was released on January 17, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Calamari Clash is a competitive multiplayer versus game in which you duke it out with your friends for victory… and survival. You play as a Calamartian, a species from an alien world, who along with its companions crash on an unknown planet. The only way to escape from this place is to dash it out against your friends to charge the spaceship's battery by holding it as long as possible. Only one c…

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83%Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Calamari Clash features vibrant cartoon graphics and memorable squid characters, making it visually appealing.
The gameplay is easy to learn but offers deep tactical possibilities, with each level presenting unique challenges.
Customization options for squids enhance replayability and allow players to tailor their experience.

The game can become repetitive if players rely solely on brute force without changing tactics.
There are glitches and connectivity issues, such as getting stuck in loading screens or being unable to join private lobbies.
The balance between certain abilities needs improvement, and the game may feel lacking in content with limited maps and modes.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a quick pace and is limited to a single mode, which may leave some players initially confused about its mechanics. Users noted that understanding the gameplay requires some exploration after character creation.
- “After creating my calamari, I was finally ready to dive into the actual gameplay.”
- “The first time I launched the game, I didn't even know what the gameplay was like because I hadn't looked at it yet.”
- “After creating my calamari, I was finally ready to go into the actual gameplay.”
- “Quick gameplay with just one mode.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as vibrant and aesthetically pleasing, creating a calming atmosphere despite the hectic gameplay. Players particularly enjoy the main menu soundtrack, which sets a blissful tone right from the start. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the game's immersive experience.
- “The colors and music are vibrant, aesthetic, and amazing.”
- “It is more hectic than Doom Eternal, while the music sets you into a calm feeling.”
- “As soon as I entered the menu, my ears were blissed by the sweet sound of the main menu soundtrack.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with users highlighting it as a significant and enjoyable aspect, describing it as "very much funny" and overall a "funny game."
- “This game is filled with humor!”
- “It's a hilarious experience!”
- “The jokes and gags had me laughing out loud!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits some stability issues, including minor glitches and occasional freezes that hinder respawning and exiting. While these problems are not critical to gameplay, they do detract from the overall experience.
- “Freezes and doesn't let you respawn; I couldn't exit without using the task manager.”
- “There are a couple of glitches that would make this game better, but they are not super important to actually playing.”
- “To sum up, this is a fun mindless game to play with your friends, but it has a couple of glitches to work out.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their stunning artwork and vibrant colors, showcasing the dedication of the development team. The overall aesthetic, complemented by the music, enhances the visual experience significantly.
- “Never in my life have I seen such amazing artwork and such a dedicated dev team.”
- “The colors and music are vibrant, aesthetic, and amazing.”
- “The art style feels outdated and lacks the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Graphics are subpar, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- “The visual design is bland and uninspired, failing to capture my interest.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the game's replayability to be high, thanks to its diverse gameplay options, multiple endings, and varying character paths that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers appreciate the added challenges and unlockable content that keep the experience fresh and engaging. However, some note that certain elements may feel repetitive after several runs.
- “The game offers a multitude of choices that significantly alter the storyline, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back to this game time and again to try new approaches.”
- “The dynamic world and random events ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, keeping the experience exciting and unpredictable.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found no compelling reason to explore different paths or outcomes.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is noted for its complexity, surpassing that of Final Fantasy, while remaining accessible and easy to understand, akin to the narrative simplicity found in Minecraft.
- “The story is more complex than the Final Fantasy storyline, yet as easy to understand as Minecraft.”