Clonizer

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Clonizer is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Juicy Plume and was released on April 14, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Roadmap About the Game Hex-based tactics meets roguelike deckbuilding! Play cards, manage clones, explore unique planets and outsmart aliens. Craft a powerful deck through your expedition and Clonize the universe to become employee of the month of CLONPO!Master Turn-based TacticsMissions are laid out on hex-based planets. Use your Clonizer to create Clonees, who in turn will explore, control …

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Clonizer offers a unique blend of turn-based strategy, roguelike deckbuilding, and base-building mechanics, providing a fresh and engaging gameplay experience.
The game features charming visuals and lighthearted humor, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages, while still offering depth and strategic complexity.
With its procedural generation and diverse card synergies, Clonizer ensures that each run feels distinct and encourages experimentation with different strategies.

The game's difficulty can be inconsistent, particularly in mid-to-late game missions, which may lead to frustration due to abrupt spikes in enemy strength or unfavorable card draws.
Some players may find the narrative layer to be thin, as the game focuses more on mechanical goals rather than character development or overarching story.
While the game is fun, some reviews mention that runs can feel short and somewhat repetitive, limiting the potential for deeper deck development and variety.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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61%
10%
Clonizer offers a unique blend of turn-based strategy, roguelike deckbuilding, and base-building mechanics, all presented in a charming sci-fi aesthetic. The card-based system enhances gameplay variety, allowing for engaging tactical decisions, though some card synergies may feel underpowered and the tutorial lacks depth. Overall, it provides a smooth and enjoyable experience for fans of deckbuilding and strategy games, despite some balance issues and a lack of narrative depth.
- “Clonizer, developed by Juicy Plume and published by Rogue Duck Interactive, is a refreshingly inventive blend of turn-based strategy, roguelike deckbuilding, and base-building mechanics, all wrapped in a quirky sci-fi aesthetic.”
- “Central to Clonizer’s gameplay is its card-based system, which governs everything from combat actions to construction, upgrades, and special abilities.”
- “The gameplay uses a tile-based tactics system combined with deckbuilding mechanics.”
- “Some card synergies feel less viable than others, and a few balance issues may lead to frustration if a player builds a strategy around mechanics that are underpowered.”
- “There’s little in the way of overarching story or character development, and most of the game’s progression is driven by mechanical goals rather than narrative ones.”
- “The tutorial is okay, not very in-depth given the amount of mechanics available.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
68%
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The game's story is minimal, focusing primarily on mechanical goals rather than deep narrative or character development, which may disappoint players seeking rich lore. Each mission offers unique objectives and challenges within a hex-based world, but the overall progression lacks a cohesive overarching narrative. While the procedural generation and variety of missions provide engaging gameplay, the limited diversity in planets and alien types may feel repetitive over time.
- “Every decision feels meaningful, and the consequences—positive or negative—often ripple through the rest of the mission.”
- “You are tasked with taking your clonizer ship from planet to planet in order to conquer the planets by completing unique quests on each one.”
- “What I like about this system is that it's not simply 'just kill all the enemies' like usual; you have a variety of objectives that differ from mission to mission.”
- “There’s little in the way of overarching story or character development, and most of the game’s progression is driven by mechanical goals rather than narrative ones.”
- “The amount of planets and mission types is also a bit low.”
- “Charming art and strategic depth shine, though mission variety could be broader.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The graphics of Clonizer are consistently praised for their polished and clean aesthetic, contributing to an engaging user experience. Reviewers appreciate the quirky sci-fi visuals and minimalist design, which enhance the overall gameplay and attract even those who typically do not enjoy card games. Overall, the game's visuals are considered a standout feature, complementing its inventive mechanics.
- “The visuals are polished, the mechanics are engaging, and the user experience is smooth and satisfying.”
- “It is a well-crafted strategy game, both in terms of gameplay and visuals.”
- “The minimalist visuals and strategic gameplay really drew me in.”
- “The mechanics are smooth, the graphics are clean.”
- “Clonizer, developed by Juicy Plume and published by Rogue Duck Interactive, is a refreshingly inventive blend of turn-based strategy, roguelike deckbuilding, and base-building mechanics, all wrapped in a quirky sci-fi aesthetic.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "clonizer" is characterized by its cheerful, cartoonish style and lighthearted writing, which adds charm to the gameplay despite a thin narrative. Players appreciate the quirky tone, funny dialogue, and charming visuals, making it a refreshing addition to the indie strategy genre for those who enjoy a blend of humor and thoughtful gameplay. Overall, the game successfully combines smart strategy with a delightful sense of humor, enhancing the overall experience.
- “It carves out its own niche within the crowded indie strategy genre by embracing a cheerful, cartoonish visual style and mixing lighthearted humor with genuinely thoughtful gameplay.”
- “In the end, Clonizer stands out as a smart, funny, and surprisingly deep strategy game that rewards experimentation and creative thinking.”
- “The UI sounds, the sound effects, the music, the cute clonees, the cute aliens, the funny dialogue and characters; heck, it's even fun to just click buttons.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
Players generally find the game has good replayability due to the unlocking of new departments, cards, quests, and bosses, which expand strategic options. However, some users feel that the core mechanics may not be engaging enough to sustain long-term interest. Overall, the game offers a blend of replayable elements reminiscent of titles like "Slay the Spire" and "Hex Tactics."
- “Over time, players unlock more departments and cards, expanding their strategic toolbox and increasing the game’s replay value.”
- “Slay the Spire mechanics with the same replayability meets hex tactics.”
- “This game has a lot of replayability because you'll unlock new cards, new quests, and new bosses along the way.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some players opting to turn it down, but it complements the overall experience alongside engaging sound effects and a variety of gameplay elements. While the soundtrack may not stand out, it adds to the fun atmosphere created by the cute characters and humorous dialogue.
- “The UI sounds, the sound effects, the music, the cute clonees, the cute aliens, the funny dialogue and characters; heck, it's even fun to just click buttons.”
- “You've got your clones, upgrades, all kinds of cards you can use, a nice variety in the missions, and a pleasing soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is nothing to write home about, but you can always turn it down.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects and music feel repetitive and lack variety.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While "clonizer" may lack depth in emotional storytelling and lore for some players, it is praised for its cute and wholesome atmosphere, making it an enjoyable experience for those seeking lighthearted gameplay.
- “For players looking for a deep lore experience or emotional storytelling, Clonizer may feel a bit superficial.”
- “But, in the almost 2 hours I've played, I can say it's a really cute and wholesome deckbuilder.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is minimal, with a lack of overarching story and progression primarily focused on mechanical goals rather than narrative depth.
- “There’s little in the way of overarching story or character development, and most of the game’s progression is driven by mechanical goals rather than narrative ones.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game performs well on the Steam Deck, but it lacks controller keybindings and keyboard shortcuts, which may affect user experience.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when managing multiple clones using only mouse input, leading to a desire for improved controls or features to alleviate the monotony.
- “I hope the devs add them because managing a dozen clones with just mouse input gets tedious really fast.”