Clawface

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Clawface is a single player action game with a violence theme. It was developed by Hathos Interactive and was released on March 13, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Clawface is an intense, arcade-styled twin stick shooter where you play as an adorable robot equipped with crazy weapons and a giant claw to fight an endless wave of alien monsters!

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 111 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Clawface offers a fun and engaging twin-stick shooter experience with a unique mechanic of eating enemies to regain health.
The game features vibrant 80's aesthetics, a decent soundtrack, and a level editor that allows for user-generated content.
As a free game, it provides a solid distraction for fans of the genre, with fast-paced gameplay and a variety of weapon combinations.

The game suffers from limited content, with only one level and repetitive gameplay that may not hold players' interest for long.
Controls can feel unresponsive and the difficulty is unbalanced, making it frustrating for some players.
Visuals and sound design are criticized for being uninspiring and lacking depth, which detracts from the overall experience.

graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The game's graphics have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the lackluster 2.5D minimalist/neon visuals and calling for more modern 3D graphics. However, many appreciate the appealing 80s retrowave aesthetic, describing it as fun and visually engaging, especially for a free game. Overall, while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they contribute positively to the game's nostalgic charm and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “The 80's retrowave aesthetic is immensely appealing, as I'm a sucker for this aesthetic.”
- “It's pretty cool, got good aesthetics and is fun to play.”
- “Graphics look sweet, music is sweet.”
- “The game features really lackluster 2.5D minimalist/neon visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “Heck, even mobile phones can handle better graphics these days.”
- “- graphics are utterly uninspiring.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many praising its fantastic and progressive soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users noted issues with the music's simplicity in the early waves and occasional hiccups or repetitive loops that can disrupt immersion. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing to the game's appeal alongside its visuals and mechanics.
- “The soundtrack in this game is freakin sweet though.”
- “The soundtrack is great and progressive with the game.”
- “Clawface is a bullet hell type of game with stunning music if it's part of your taste with a retro feel.”
- “- music hiccups and restarts on new waves which can be offsetting”
- “- music will also degress or repeat sometimes into a shorter loop which takes you out of the increasing chaos mood.”
- “Even at 100 percent sfx, and no music, the sounds are inaudible.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, twin-stick shooting mechanics with unique elements like kiting enemies and a claw feature, offering a mix of fun and challenge. While some players find it repetitive and frustrating, others appreciate the variety in enemy waves and the overall arcade-style experience, enhanced by a decent soundtrack. Overall, the game provides an engaging, albeit sometimes chaotic, gameplay experience.
- “Interesting gameplay with dodge and eat mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is fun, and rather fast as expected from a twin-stick shooter.”
- “Unlike most games, the waves differ from each other and the mechanics for the weapons, players, and enemies add to the experience.”
- “In theory this game looks like total silliness and great fun but unfortunately in practice it is mostly annoying in gameplay and sort of undynamic as well.”
- “Gameplay rundown: you're trying to aim, where in the galaxy are your bullets going??”
- “- repetitive gameplay”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability, as players only need to complete ten waves, which may not provide enough variety or incentive for repeated playthroughs.
- “There are ten waves to complete in total, so there isn't much replay value.”
- “Once you've finished the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing contrast of a cute yet deadly robot and the relentless determination of enemies, creating a comedic experience. However, players note that the game is quite short, with some completing it in under an hour.
- “The cute, deadly robot makes for a funny twist, and the enemies are so determined to destroy you.”
- “Funny game while it lasts (very short, completed in 0.6 hours for the achievement).”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, it seems that the narrative may lack depth or engagement, leaving players wanting more.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game presents an interesting concept; however, performance issues significantly detract from the overall experience.