Clockwork Owl

About

Clockwork Owl is a Coin Pusher Roguelite. Use turn-based classic arcade coin-pushing physics mechanics as a means to battle forest critters, while making your way up a tree. Collect a deck of new cogs from random encounters and upgrade your owl at shops to survive this permadeath journey. Experience the nostalgic bliss of an arcade coin tower game with a twist (and a hoot ^-^). INVENTORY QUEUE …

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Play Modes

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

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music6 positive mentions

The game features creative and dynamic levels that evoke nostalgia and provide an engaging arcade experience.
Clockwork Owl combines a unique roguelike mechanic with satisfying gameplay, making it addictive and enjoyable.
The art style and music are well-crafted, enhancing the overall immersive experience of the game.

The game physics feel unfinished, with coins being too floaty and lacking the necessary weight and feedback.
There are significant bugs, including a broken shop feature and issues with the tutorial interface.
The music can be repetitive and not relaxing, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its catchy and unique qualities, particularly in relation to the game's theme, others find it overly repetitive and not relaxing. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the immersive experience, enhancing the game's artistic appeal.
- “From the catchy soundtrack to the fun array of shop items and special cogs, Clockwork Owl is a super addicting and artistic dimension that you'll happily get immersed in for hours.”
- “I love how uniquely owl-y the soundtrack is, and I love the main quest story of the owl.”
- “The music is also very good!”
- “The music is extremely repetitive, and I didn't find it relaxing at all.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging roguelike mechanics, which combine simplicity with strategic depth, making it highly addictive. Reviewers appreciate the attention to detail in the game's mechanics, theme, music, and storyline, reflecting the developer's dedication.
- “The gameplay is simple, yet strategic and honestly quite addicting.”
- “You can tell that the developer put a lot of love and care into the details of the mechanics, theme, sounds, and storyline.”
- “I really like the roguelike mechanic and the music is great too.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its depth and attention to detail, reflecting the developer's dedication to crafting a unique narrative centered around an owl. The main quest is particularly highlighted for its engaging and thematic elements, complemented by a distinctive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- “You can tell that the developer put a lot of love and care into the details of the mechanics, theme, sounds, and storyline.”
- “I love how uniquely owl-y the soundtrack is and I love the main quest story of the owl.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a unique blend of 3D modeling and pixel art UI, creating an interesting and visually appealing art style that has garnered positive feedback from users.
- “The art style is cool; I think it's interesting that this game combines 3D modeling with a pixel art UI.”