Clownfield 2042

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Clownfield 2042 is a single player and multiplayer tactical shooter game. It was developed by RIVERSIDE SPORTS and was released on December 31, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Clownfield 2042" is a multiplayer virtual reality game set in a dystopian future where players enter a chaotic arena as clowns with an arsenal of absurd weapons. The objective is to be the last clown standing amidst an ever-shrinking playzone while using humor and strategy to outwit opponents. Experience fast-paced, Clown-themed combat with a variety of game modes and maps, perfect for parties or VR enthusiasts looking for a light-hearted yet strategic shooter game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 4,664 reviews

gameplay67 positive mentions

stability94 negative mentions

gameplay
171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fun mechanics and engaging modes, while others criticize it for bugs, lack of multiplayer activity, and simplistic design reminiscent of low-quality clones. Many appreciate the smooth controls and dynamic experience, but express a desire for more depth, teamwork elements, and additional game modes to enhance replayability. Overall, while some find it enjoyable and entertaining, others feel it falls short of expectations, particularly in comparison to more polished titles.
- “Extraordinary gameplay, I had a blast.”
- “Stellar gameplay, thrilling FPS with very realistic, but also balanced, weapons.”
- “The gameplay is fun, dynamic, and immersive.”
- “The gameplay is closer to what you'd expect from the dozens of Unity asset flip COD clones; it doesn't compare whatsoever to Battlefield.”
- “There's no teamwork mechanics (reviving/healing/dropping ammo boxes/etc.); it's just infantry deathmatch/domination.”
- “Do not buy, it's a crappy game and has no gameplay at all.”
graphics
159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
59%
5%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising its next-gen visuals, stunning detail, and smooth performance, especially with ray tracing enabled. However, others criticize the graphics as subpar compared to competitors, with mentions of clipping issues and low-quality textures. Overall, while many players appreciate the aesthetic and charm, there are significant concerns regarding graphical fidelity and optimization.
- “Admittedly, its gorgeous graphics and jazzy orchestrated soundtrack bolster its presentation, but you’re getting a lot more than just looks with this one – although I spent an awful lot of time gawking at the details in slow-motion, the fast and furious pace of running and gunning with friends both locally and online is what really kept me coming back.”
- “Truly stunning 8k resolution with high fidelity next generation graphics.”
- “This game has it all: state of the art weaponry, some of the most beautiful graphics in the business and best of all...no bugs.”
- “Shit graphics, terrible audio, enemies spawn on you, trash level design, clipping textures, server latency, empty a full clip into an enemy's head and they are still unlikely to die....”
- “However, I am surprised by the low graphic quality of the final product and that they charged more than $70 for a beta...anyway, this is a big year for battlefield!”
- “Horrible god awful spawns, horrible hit registration, lack of guns, lack of content, servers are messed up, no team balance, no class system, and overall just horrible graphics which is unacceptable during this day and age.”
humor
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it to be a hilarious parody of Battlefield 2042, often citing its absurdity and janky mechanics as sources of laughter. While some reviews note that the humor can wear thin after a short time and the game lacks depth, the overall consensus is that it provides a fun, albeit low-effort, comedic experience, especially when played with friends. However, many also caution that the game is more of a joke than a fully realized product, with its humor stemming from its flaws and the context of its release.
- “This game is hilarious.”
- “It's a very funny game with fun game modes and you can kill people with a balloon sword.”
- “This game is jank in all the right ways leading to a hilarious and fun experience, even if you aren't on the winning team it's so over the top it's hard not to laugh.”
stability
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
3%
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and server issues, leading to a generally unpolished experience. However, some users note that it is less buggy than its competitor, Battlefield 2042, and still offers enjoyable gameplay despite its flaws. Overall, while the game is fun and affordable, it suffers from significant stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “This game is 200% more fun per dollar and bug-free (only a few zoom and text not appearing sometimes, but in comparison to Battlefield 2042, there are no bugs).”
- “Just absolutely amazing graphics, bug-free, and just an all-around amazing experience.”
- “Runs great compared to Battlefield 2042 and has more features at launch!”
- “The game is buggy, laggy, and no players online.”
- “This game runs like dog shit, it's buggy, full of errors and all around unpolished pre-release garbage.”
- “Clownfield 2042 delivered a buggy, broken mess that does exactly what the developer promises.”
story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as engaging and epic, while others criticize it for being minimal or lacking depth. Comparisons to other titles, such as Battlefield 2042, suggest a familiar narrative structure, but there are also mentions of the story being more entertaining than the gameplay itself. Overall, the storytelling is noted to be effective when players engage with it, particularly through in-game communications.
- “If you keep up with the emails, the story unfolds pretty well without any hiccups.”
- “Amazing story!”
- “The story told throughout the game is a legendary epic about the highs and lows of the human experience we call 'life'.”
- “☑ no story”
- “ this game has no story”
- “ like playing 'temple runners' for the story”
optimization
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
46%
19%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised as significantly better than that of Battlefield 2042, with many players reporting excellent performance even on lower-end systems. While some users noted occasional performance issues, the majority highlighted smooth gameplay, high frame rates, and a well-optimized experience for a low-cost title. The game's performance is often described as its standout feature, making it an appealing choice for players seeking a fun and engaging shooter.
- “Very good graphics and physics with cool optimization, story and gunplay.”
- “Better optimized than BF2042 and really enjoying playing this game at 144+ fps.”
- “It is highly optimized and performance is outstanding even on my potato computer (AMD 5999X+ and RTX 3090 Ti Super IV).”
- “Game is either horribly optimized or has a crypto miner in it.”
- “I couldn't play Battlefield more than an hour because of bad optimization and high pings, and there were a lot of other issues.”
- “Assets flip game that has bad optimization, bad jokes (the servers are in his mom's basement), barely any content at all, zombie mode is way too slow and uninteresting.”
monetization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
15%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as a blatant cash grab despite the absence of microtransactions. While the game is praised for its low cost and fun gameplay compared to AAA titles that often rely on cosmetic purchases, the presence of ads has been noted as a negative element that detracts from the overall experience.
- “It costs less than a coffee and is stupidly fun, especially compared to what AAA studios are throwing at us, charging full price and expecting microtransactions. Games designed to make you buy cosmetics are less worth your time than this one!”
- “Horrible cash grab.”
- “I can't believe this broken and blatant cash grab of a game is allowed on Steam.”
- “Feels much more like a shitty cash grab than an actual parody of 2042.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its ability to evoke feelings reminiscent of past gaming experiences, particularly from Battlefield 4. While some frustrations with gameplay mechanics exist, the overall sentiment reflects a profound sense of nostalgia and emotional engagement that many have not felt in years.
- “It gave me emotional damage.”
- “Made me feel something for a game I have not felt in years.”
- “Not only did I like this game, but it made me feel the heart throb of the type I have not felt in years.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its amazing soundtrack and sound effects, with a jazzy orchestrated score that enhances the overall presentation. Players appreciate the improvements made in the remaster of Battlefield 2042, noting that the sound design, including the soundtrack, significantly elevates the gameplay experience. However, there are humorous mentions of in-game music choices that can vary widely, adding a quirky element to the multiplayer experience.
- “Amazing soundtrack and sound effects.”
- “The remaster of Battlefield 2042 improved every aspect: gunplay, sounds & soundtrack, and high fidelity graphics... they even introduced innovative features like voice chat and a legacy scoreboard.”
- “We had a guy on our team who was playing some pretty awful music that was like an Iranian smoke weed everyday remix or something, and the game is so janky it's good.”
- “Admittedly, its gorgeous graphics and jazzy orchestrated soundtrack bolster its presentation, but you’re getting a lot more than just looks with this one – although I spent an awful lot of time gawking at the details in slow-motion, the fast and furious pace of running and gunning with friends both locally and online is what really kept me coming back.”
- “The remaster of Battlefield 2042 improved every aspect: gunplay, sounds & soundtrack, and high fidelity graphics... they even introduced innovative features like voice- / all-chat and a legacy scoreboard.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
Players consistently express that the grinding aspect of the game is extremely time-consuming, often requiring an excessive amount of playtime to progress. This tedious gameplay loop can feel overwhelming, suggesting that players might need to invest significantly more time than anticipated.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “So you can expect the tedious gameplay loop to become far less tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game is praised for its "infinitely replayable" nature, offering a more enjoyable experience compared to titles like Battlefield 2042. While some users note the presence of cheaters can detract from the experience, the overall consensus is that the game has significant replay value and features that enhance its playability.
- “☑️ infinitely replayable”
- “This is hella enjoyable and infinitely replayable, and totally worth the $0.89.”
- “This game has more features and is more playable than some of the more polished titles out there!”
- “[h2]ways to improve with more replay value[/h2]”
- “- replayability -”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and chaotic environment, reminiscent of large-scale battles in Battlefield 4. Reviewers highlight the impressive audio design, detailed destruction, and high graphic fidelity, contributing to a deeply engaging experience.
- “Large scale battles, deep and intuitive customization, Frostbite's extremely detailed destruction, deeply immersive atmosphere, stellar audio design, and insane graphic fidelity.”
- “Game atmosphere is awesome.”
- “Not the cringe voice lines in BF2042, but the yelling and chaotic atmosphere of BF4.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is noted for its distinct functionality and unique abilities, which, while not resembling the superhero style of titles like Rainbow Six Siege, still manage to make each character's design and skills memorable.