Clumsy Fred

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Clumsy Fred is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by BeshevGames and was released on July 13, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Clumsy Fred" is a 3D ragdoll physics game where you help Fred, a clumsy character, reach the finish line without falling down. Overcome various obstacles within a time limit, with collision costing you time and health. Progress through each checkpoint, unlocking new levels, and enjoy unique 3D models, cool animations, and multiple obstacles in this quirky, challenging game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

story4 positive mentions

Clumsy Fred offers a unique and humorous gameplay experience that can be entertaining for a short period.
The game has a charming story and themes of perseverance, making it relatable and engaging for some players.
It's a cheap indie game that can provide a few hours of fun, especially when played with friends.

The graphics are poor, and the game feels clunky and unfinished, leading to a frustrating experience.
Many players find the controls difficult to master, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Several levels are reported to be broken or unplayable, which significantly impacts the game's quality.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its captivating writing and universal themes of perseverance and living life to the fullest, leaving a lasting emotional impact on players. With beautiful storytelling and immersive gameplay, it resonates with a wide audience, making it a memorable experience for all. The developers are commended for their creativity and mastery in crafting a narrative that evokes deep feelings and reflections on life.
- “With amazing writing, a story that captivates all, and a theme that could turn the coldest of hearts warm, Clumsy Fred leaves the player with an everlasting experience that they'll remember for a lifetime.”
- “It has universal themes of perseverance, the human spirit, and living life to the fullest, while having a beautiful story and amazing gameplay.”
- “The story this game tells is absolutely beautiful and I won't lie, it brought many a tear to my eye. There's something for everyone in this game, and so I would highly recommend it to people of all ages, all races, all genders.”
- “The coldest story ever told”
- “This is how life can end up if you don't live it to the fullest, another theme in the story.”
- “The story this game tells is absolutely beautiful and I won't lie, it brought many a tear to my eye, there's something for everyone in this game and so I would highly recommend it to people of all ages, all races, all genders.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as upbeat and energizing, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience and motivating players to continue.
- “The music is very upbeat, which really suits the game and forms an energetic motivation to keep playing.”
- “The music is very up-beat which really suits the game and forms an energetic motivation to keep playing.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its immersive and intriguing mechanics, which effectively convey themes of perseverance and the human spirit. Players appreciate the creative design that challenges them to learn through trial and error, reflecting real-life struggles, particularly through unique elements like a trampoline mechanic that symbolizes the protagonist's disability. Overall, the game offers a compelling experience that encourages exploration and self-discovery without explicit instructions.
- “The graphics, the story, the gameplay, the characters, they all are the best of the best.”
- “It has universal themes of perseverance, the human spirit, and living life to the fullest, while having a beautiful story and amazing gameplay.”
- “Trial after trial, the game tells its story through intriguing and immersive gameplay.”
- “Later into the game, you come across a trampoline-like mechanic, which takes an extremely long time to figure out, and even longer to use correctly to pass levels. This seems to be done on purpose by the developers to show even more symbolism, further symbolizing Fred's disability, and how things that should be easy to use and control are made nearly impossible. Yet he still pushes on, time and time again.”
- “One of my favorite things about the gameplay is that it just chucks you into the game without telling you how to play at all, meaning that you complete nearly the entire game not knowing there are controls that could've helped you beat it in half the time. This is an amazing idea by the developers, because in real life, there aren't instructions telling you how to live and how to make life easier; you have to figure everything out yourself, especially as someone who is disabled like Fred.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as terrible and incomplete, while others praised them as top-notch, calling them the best in the genre. Overall, opinions vary significantly, highlighting a stark divide in player experiences.
- “The graphics, the story, the gameplay, the characters, they all are the best of the best.”
- “10/10 graphics, the best video game on the web, eighty-something minutes of fun!”
- “The graphics are terrible and the maps are incomplete; the physics are purposely annoying and poorly designed. It's just not fun.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is initially engaging, particularly with the clumsy character's antics, but it tends to lose its novelty after a short period. Overall, players find the game to be hilariously fun, though the comedic elements may not sustain their appeal throughout.
- “The game is hilariously fun.”
- “It's funny for the first 5 minutes when you find out that this character is totally clumsy and even walking straight is a challenge, but then it just kind of stagnates there.”