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Clan O'Conall

Clan O'Conall is a gorgeous character switching adventure, with a perfect balance between puzzles and combat.
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92%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
95% User Score Based on 84 reviews
Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

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Clan O'Conall is a single player casual platformer game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. It was developed by HitGrab and was released on April 27, 2021. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A 2D, art driven, puzzle-platformer inspired by Celtic mythology. The game contains rapid, on-the-fly character swapping, flashy attack combos and complex platforming challenges, packaged in gorgeous artwork inspired by mysterious Celtic folklore.

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95%Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews
graphics23 positive mentions
  • Beautiful art style and engaging gameplay with a unique Celtic mythological setting.
  • Fun character swapping mechanics that enhance both combat and puzzle-solving.
  • Challenging yet rewarding gameplay that keeps players engaged throughout.
  • Controller support is lacking, with issues like unresponsive buttons affecting gameplay.
  • Some levels and boss fights can feel frustratingly difficult, especially without checkpoints.
  • Controls can be imprecise, leading to unintended actions during platforming sections.

  • graphics

    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    59% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their enchanting and vibrant art style, drawing comparisons to titles like Guacamelee and Samurai Jack, and effectively capturing a Celtic folklore aesthetic. While some users noted minor inconsistencies in polish, the overall visual presentation, including character animations and cutscenes, is considered gorgeous and enhances the gameplay experience. The combination of beautiful artwork, engaging puzzles, and a fitting soundtrack contributes to a visually pleasing and immersive atmosphere.

    • “I'd recommend it for the enchanting visuals alone.”
    • “The visual aesthetic is incredibly pleasing, and it's very enjoyable switching between our three heroes to solve a myriad of problems.”
    • “Strikingly beautiful art style paired with tight and engaging platforming and combat controls make for an excellent package in this indie gem.”
    • “Some elements are a little too unpolished (uneven graphics and sound effects), but the whole effect is really fun, joyful, epic Celtic tale.”
    • “The graphics are very much inspired by the Samurai Jack series, and do well to fit the Celtic mythology theme.”
    • “The art style of the game is so well drawn and done.”

  • gameplay

    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    58% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions

    The gameplay of Clan o'Conall is highly praised for its engaging character swapping mechanics, which add depth and variety to the platforming experience. Players appreciate the blend of challenging puzzles, hack-and-slash combat, and the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers, all enhanced by beautiful hand-drawn art and a captivating Celtic mythological setting. While some find the character swap mechanics occasionally tricky, the overall gameplay is described as fun, intuitive, and rewarding.

    • “Beautiful art, great gameplay (including some of the best character swapping mechanics I've seen), and a unique Celtic mythological setting.”
    • “Clan o'Conall is an action 2D platformer that oozes charm with its hand-drawn art whilst simultaneously maintaining its fast-paced, intuitive gameplay.”
    • “The character swapping mechanic adds a nice bit of depth and play style variation to an otherwise classic platformer design.”
    • “The switch mechanics can be a bit tricky to get the hang of, but that's part of the challenge!”
    • “Puzzle maps will, for the most part, require all three characters to solve - there are portions where the game forces you to be one character at a time, which I would say is my least favorite aspect of the puzzle-solving mechanic, but it does add to the interest.”
    • “I would say the way to combat this is to memorize where your characters are in order, although I do think this mechanic could have been handled slightly better.”

  • music

    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    55% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The game's music has been widely praised for its beautiful, celtic-inspired soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players noted that music is not always present during regular gameplay, its impactful presence during cutscenes, boss battles, and key moments adds to the game's immersive quality. Overall, the combination of engaging music and stunning visuals contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack's beautiful, and the fact I can't seem to find it on my music streaming service is sad, but I really enjoyed playing the game.”
    • “Its exuberant and dramatic art style is saturated with Celtic folklore and further complemented by the traditionally inspired soundtrack.”
    • “While during levels, most of the time, music won't be played, as it's only played during cutscenes, long battle arena-style fights, bosses, and big puzzle rooms, but the moment it's played, you will be pleased.”
    • “In fact, I think it's the music that helps keep your spirits and energy up every second of the game.”
    • “Right from the beginning, players are greeted with a loud yet cheery original soundtrack of Celtic-inspired music.”

  • story

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The story of the game is a straightforward yet engaging narrative rooted in Celtic mythology, where players control three siblings on a quest to rescue their father from a demonic antagonist. While the plot is simple, it effectively motivates the characters and is enriched with cultural elements, making it a well-crafted backdrop for the gameplay. The combination of interesting characters, a fun art style, and a solid storyline contributes to an enjoyable experience for fans of story-driven platformers.

    • “The story is fairly simple but it's packed to the gills with old Irish and Celtic mythology, including actual named characters and monsters.”
    • “With its world steeped in Celtic mythology, an intriguing story, and three very different playable characters, Clan O’Conall and the Crown of the Stag is a puzzle platformer not to be missed.”
    • “You control three different siblings on their quest to rescue their father, the king, who has been captured by the mother of demons in an attempt to gain control of the titular crown of the stag that he wears.”
    • “The story is simple, kill a demonic leader and free the land.”
    • “The story objective is basically 'save your captured father from an evil villain'.”
    • “On most occasions, I do not expect too much plot out of a platformer - especially one that doesn't take itself too seriously.”

  • replayability

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, -20% neutral mentions, 60% negative mentions

    The game offers high replayability due to its abundance of secrets, collectibles, and an upgrade system that encourages players to revisit and fully upgrade characters. The combination of these elements enhances the overall experience, making it easy to engage with the game multiple times despite its relatively short length.

    • “There is high replay value.”
    • “There are plenty of secrets to find, enhancing the replayability value.”
    • “There’s also a combo and upgrade system, along with plenty of collectibles to add replay value to the game.”
    • “There is also a basic upgrade system that you can spend collectibles on, giving some replayability for a relatively short game.”
    • “It is very easy to understand and also allows for some replayability value to fully upgrade all characters.”
    • “There’s also a combo and upgrade system, and plenty of collectibles to add replay value to the game.”

  • grinding

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat present, but it is balanced by engaging puzzle-solving mechanics that enhance the overall experience rather than detract from it. The puzzles are seen as enjoyable rather than tedious, making the grind feel less burdensome.

    • “The grinding aspect can feel a bit repetitive at times, but it also provides a sense of accomplishment.”
    • “While the game has its grindy moments, they are balanced by rewarding progression and character development.”
    • “Grinding can be tedious, but it allows players to fully immerse themselves in the game's world and mechanics.”
    • “It's a bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “The grinding aspect can feel tedious and repetitive, making progress feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “The game often requires excessive grinding to level up, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its amusing characters, who blend seamlessly into a variety of narrative contexts, enhancing the overall comedic experience.

    • “The characters are hilarious and fit perfectly into a variety of tales.”
    • “The humor is clever and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
    • “The witty dialogue and absurd situations make for a truly entertaining experience.”

  • character development

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Character development is highlighted by lovable designs and well-crafted heroes, complemented by fresh level design and engaging puzzles. The game's world and background art further enhance the overall character experience, making it visually appealing and immersive.

    • “The character design and heroes are lovable.”
    • “Character designs are wonderful, level design and puzzles are fresh, and it has amazing world and background art.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its charming 2D visuals, highly stylized art, and captivating environments, complemented by an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players find the combination of these elements creates a mesmerizing and addictive gameplay atmosphere.

    • “A wonderfully charming 2D action platformer with addictive gameplay and a mesmerizing tone and atmosphere.”
    • “A very beautiful game with highly stylized art, atmospheric environments, and really great music.”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's optimization is highlighted by its character progression system, which rewards players with fairies based on their performance and collection during levels, allowing for meaningful upgrades and skill expansion at the end of each level.

    • “The game offers a character progression system by awarding you fairies (based on performance and collection during levels) to upgrade your characters at the end of each level, allowing you to continuously expand your skill set.”
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83%Critics’ scoreBased on 2 critic reviews
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Clan O'Conall is a casual platformer game with fantasy, medieval and historical themes. Common tags for Clan O'Conall include indie, 2d, exploration, family friendly, atmospheric and others.

Clan O'Conall is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Clan O'Conall was released on April 27, 2021.

Clan O'Conall was developed by HitGrab.

Clan O'Conall has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Clan O'Conall for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Clan O'Conall is a single player game.

Similar games include Apotheon, Outland, The Messenger, Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, Prince of Persia The Lost Crown and others.