Clockwise

About

"Clockwise" is a single-player Horror Adventure game that uses darkness, sounds, and visual trickery to create an exceptional atmosphere. The game is focused on the roots of classic horror games, offering changing playthroughs, classic riddles, and dynamic interactions. With the Unreal Development Kit, "Clockwise" delivers high-performance graphics and a haunting look for players to enjoy as they attempt to solve the mysteries of the dark hallway or house while avoiding the servants of darkness.

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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

atmosphere8 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept with creative puzzle mechanics that keep players engaged.
The atmosphere is well-crafted, providing a creepy vibe that enhances the horror experience.
Graphics and sound design are praised for their quality, contributing to the overall immersion.

The game suffers from performance issues, including frame drops and glitches that can hinder gameplay.
There is a lack of a coherent story and minimal guidance, leaving players confused about objectives.
The game is relatively short and repetitive, with limited replay value and no save feature.

atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
22%
21%
The game effectively creates a dark and creepy atmosphere filled with spooky elements and shadows that enhance the horror experience, though they lack interaction. While the audio is sparse, it contributes to the tension and suspense, making it a decent choice for fans of atmospheric horror, despite some frustrations with boss battles. Overall, the atmosphere is well-received, though the game may not be essential for all players.
- “The horror element of this game is on target, with a creepy atmosphere and a feeling of suspense.”
- “Audio is quite sparse but again is used pretty effectively to build tension and atmosphere.”
- “The little spooky elements and shadows roaming around create a dark atmosphere and catch you off guard, but they don't interact with you.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
40%
40%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users report decent overall performance, many experience significant frame drops and stuttering, indicating a clear need for further optimization. Lag spikes and hitching are also common issues, particularly given the game's use of the UDK engine.
- “Performance is pretty good.”
- “Despite being built on the UDK engine, I had some pretty choppy performance in-game with lag spikes and hitching, but overall the performance was okay.”
- “The game also suffers from massive frame drops and stuttering from unknown causes.”
- “- needs optimization, frames drop horribly and there's a lot of stuttering.”
- “Despite being built on the UDK engine, I had some pretty choppy performance in-game with lag spikes and hitching.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and effectiveness, particularly benefiting from the Unreal Engine. However, some users note that the textures can be repetitive and the environments may feel gloomy at times. Overall, the aesthetic aligns well with the game's purpose.
- “Graphics are great, and I like that this is on the Unreal Engine.”
- “Beautiful graphics.”
- “The graphics are fairly good, if somewhat repetitive with the same textures and gloomy areas.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is characterized by unique puzzle mechanics that provide a clear sense of progression, making it engaging and enjoyable. Players have noted the humorous elements that enhance the overall experience, particularly in the initial gameplay moments.
- “Unique ideas for puzzle mechanics, and a purpose of moving forward.”
- “Here is a 15-minute funny gameplay!”
- “First impression gameplay: https://www.youtube.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and clarity, with many players expressing a desire for a more substantial introduction that provides context about the setting, characters, and objectives. Overall, those seeking a compelling narrative or engaging puzzles may find this aspect lacking.
- “But I'm missing somehow an introduction story that explains where I am, who I am, what is going on, and what I'm supposed to do.”
- “There's not much of a story.”
- “If you're looking for a game with a decent story and puzzles (like me), you should pass.”
- “But I'm missing an introductory story that explains where I am, who I am, what is going on, and what I'm supposed to do.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game features minimal music, leading to moments where players may feel the need to check their surroundings upon hearing creaks. Many reviewers suggest that incorporating more ambient sounds or music could significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “I also think adding some ambient sounds/music could really enrich the experience.”
- “There is little music in the game, and you'll often make a quick glance around when you hear creaking - nothing to worry about.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the humor in the game, noting that it delivers a funny gameplay experience that keeps them entertained throughout.
- “Here is a 15-minute funny gameplay!”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users frequently encountering glitches that cause characters to get stuck in the environment, necessitating restarts. This has led to a frustrating experience for many players.
- “There are frequent glitches that cause me to get stuck in the environment, forcing me to restart the game.”
- “I often encounter general glitches that make it impossible to progress without restarting.”
- “The game is plagued by stability issues, including getting stuck in the environment and having to restart frequently.”