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Clown In a House

A typical point-and-click with a whimsical narrator. Players beware: Clown in a House is somewhat depressing with an almost one-dimensional tone.
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82%Game Brain Score
story, humor
music, gameplay
86% User Score Based on 58 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

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Clown In a House is a single player casual simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Krispy Animation and was released on July 20, 2021. It received neutral reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

A lone clown explores a mysterious home. He meets strange inhabitants on his journey to discover why he exists. Join him, and you may discover a thing or two about yourself.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews
story5 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Unique and creative exploration of artistic burnout and mental struggles with deep emotional resonance for artists and creators.
  • Charming pixel art style combined with catchy music and well-done sound design that enhances the eerie yet whimsical atmosphere.
  • Multiple endings providing varied experiences with rewarding puzzles and humorous, cynical dialogue that adds personality to the game.
  • The narrative can feel disjointed, overly personal in a way that may confuse or alienate players seeking a cohesive story.
  • Some endings are very obscure or require specific sequences, causing frustration and often needing external walkthroughs.
  • Gameplay often devolves into repetitive trial-and-error item use with minimal puzzle complexity, and bugs can block progress.
  • story
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is largely seen as disjointed, cryptic, or even nonexistent, often described as a series of abstract, stream-of-consciousness monologues rather than a coherent narrative. While some appreciate its emotional and metaphorical depth or multiple endings, many find it lacking clear direction, cohesion, and meaningful plot development, with gameplay and achievements overshadowing traditional storytelling.

    • “I really enjoyed this game and the dev is an amazing storyteller.”
    • “A simplistic art style covers a surprisingly profound and emotional story beneath it.”
    • “It's also a rare instance where having an array of different endings feels appropriate as each of them add a dimension to the story and the relationship between the clown and the player-character.”
    • “The story, if you can call it a story as nothing really occurs, is the oh so common writer navel gazing exercise.”
    • “The game hints at the possibility of a plot early on, but it becomes readily apparent that the narration is just a stream-of-consciousness ramble from the developer directly to you, the player, about the development process of this game.”
    • “It promises a mystery that will be revealed as you play and the truth is there is no ‘deep psychological story’ being told here nor is anything revealed.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally praised for its cleverness, dark and unsettling tone, and ability to evoke genuine laughter. Players find it both funny and eerie, with memorable moments that add to its unique charm. Though simple, the humor effectively enhances the overall experience.

    • “If you love funny little games with a sense of dark humor, then this is definitely something to try out :d”
    • “This is a very good unsettling and depressing funny little game.”
    • “I ran out of the door 20 times laughing at the music.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature a charming retro pixel art style with a modern touch, creating an adorable yet creepy atmosphere. The simplistic visuals effectively support a profound, emotional story and enhance the isolating, eerie setting without overwhelming the player. Overall, the art and camera work contribute significantly to the unique and immersive experience.

    • “The graphics are immediately charming, with a retro pixel aesthetic but with a nice modern sheen that often invoke the feeling of wandering around a dimly lit empty children's funhouse that also has the potential to kill you.”
    • “You'll find everything is as detailed as it needs to be and the pixel graphics really do help add to the isolating atmosphere of the game as you soon realize that the house that you are exploring appears to be floating in the outer reaches of space.”
    • “A simplistic art style covers a surprisingly profound and emotional story beneath it.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is highly praised for being catchy, well-crafted, and perfectly matching the game's tone and themes. Players find the soundtrack engaging and enjoyable, with the intro song in particular standing out as a highlight. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's style and atmosphere.

    • “You can tell the devs put a lot of thought into the game; the music, style, and gameplay are all 10/10.”
    • “The music, while minimal, is very catchy, well made, and fits the tone and themes of the game incredibly well.”
    • “I ran out of the door 20 times laughing at the music.”
    • “Clown in a House OST - the intro song is fire, but overall the music lacks variety.”
    • “The music, while minimal, is very catchy and well-made but sometimes becomes repetitive.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay centers on uncovering one of 21 short endings, but its lack of cohesion and linearity with the story can cause confusion and reduce playability. Overall, the core gameplay is very basic, offering limited depth or engagement.

    • “As seeking out one of 21 short endings is the primary gameplay loop, this renders a good chunk of the game unplayable if you're unlucky.”
    • “The story and gameplay aren't really cohesive or linear, which may create confusion.”
    • “The core gameplay of clown in a house is very basic.”
    • “With nothing solid to build a story around, the only thing the player has is the gameplay.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game combines a simplistic art style with a deeply emotional and thought-provoking story, blending classic puzzle-solving with modern adventure elements. Players experience a rewarding and impactful emotional journey, marked by heavy themes and heartfelt storytelling.

    • “A simplistic art style covers a surprisingly profound and emotional story beneath it.”
    • “Clown in a House is a puzzle box item management adventure game that feels like a nice blend of old school head-scratchers and a newer school adventure game with a focus on emotional story backed with heavy themes.”
    • “It's been a while since an adventure game I played made me feel that rewarding serotonin rush.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in the game is subtly integrated, provoking reflection on consumerism and corporate advertising rather than feeling intrusive or overtly commercial. It supports the game's deeper existential themes without disrupting the experience.

  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is effectively crafted through detailed pixel graphics that enhance a sense of isolation, emphasizing the eerie setting of a house seemingly floating in outer space.

    • “You'll find everything is as detailed as it needs to be and the pixel graphics really do help add to the isolating atmosphere of the game as you soon realize that the house that you are exploring appears to be floating in the outer reaches of space.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Grinding in the game becomes tedious toward the end, as players repeatedly revisit areas without meaningful rewards or a sense of progress, making the experience feel unrewarding.

    • “I did find it became tedious near the end continually going room to room checking and rechecking everything without the drive or promise of a resolution, rather just a gold star sticker, as it were.”
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Clown In a House is a casual simulation game with horror theme.

Clown In a House is available on PC and Windows.

Clown In a House was released on July 20, 2021.

Clown In a House was developed by Krispy Animation.

Clown In a House has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

Clown In a House is a single player game.

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