Cookies vs. Claus

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In Cookies vs. Claus, players help the Cookie Army defend their land from the evil Claus and his elf minions. The game features various game modes, including a story-driven campaign, survival, and competitive multiplayer. Players must build and manage their cookie bases while commanding troops and unleashing devastating special abilities to emerge victorious.

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Play Modes

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 241 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is fun and entertaining, especially when played with friends.
It features a unique concept with various characters and abilities, making gameplay enjoyable.
The graphics are colorful and charming, adding to the overall festive atmosphere.

The game has been abandoned by developers and lacks updates, leading to bugs and unbalanced gameplay.
There is a very low player base, making online play difficult and often resulting in playing against bots.
Many players report repetitive gameplay and a lack of content, which can make the experience feel stale.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
62%
23%
The story is praised as a beautifully crafted and revolutionary narrative that explores the essence of humanity, making a significant impact on storytelling and filmmaking. However, some users noted a lack of story in certain gameplay aspects, particularly in missions and battles, which detracted from the overall experience.
- “This is seriously the most beautiful, well put together story ever.”
- “It stays vibrant, fresh, and revolutionizes the art of storytelling and filmmaking while making a powerful statement on what it means to be human.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☐ no story”
- “Elf battle, gingerbread one, the snowman one and mecha robot singleplayer missions for Rudolph were made very hard by Rudolph not being able to shoot them with the laser beam.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
69%
23%
The music in the game is described as deeply emotional and immersive, with users noting its ability to evoke strong feelings, such as tears, while enhancing the overall experience. The soundtrack is characterized as cheery, festive, and fun, effectively complementing the game's visuals and themes.
- “The soundtrack is cheery, festive, and fun!”
- “The flavor, music, and everything can be heard, tasted, seen, and felt from a screen.”
- “You can really hear the breaths between the music artist, empathizing her love for this rotating bacon.”
- “The spinning bacon, rotating in one direction with this music... this made me tear up.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and creatively engaging, often highlighting its hilarious characters and overall tone. Many reviewers note that it provides a fun experience, especially when played with friends, although some mention technical issues that can detract from the enjoyment. Overall, the game is considered a humorous and entertaining choice, particularly for those who appreciate quirky comedy.
- “As for this one, I liked the hints of humor and the overall tone :) Thanks to the author for his creative approach.”
- “It's hilarious! I think that everyone who plays it will have a ton of fun.”
- “This game is so hilarious with the new characters, and a video got me to play this game.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the experience is profoundly impactful, with many users reporting intense feelings that led to tears and a deep connection to the narrative. Descriptions highlight moments that evoke a powerful range of emotions, making it feel more like a transcendent experience than a traditional film. However, there is a sense of tragedy in its inaccessibility for many viewers.
- “That part truly made me shed a tear.”
- “And especially at 6:34, that part was just so truly heart-touching; words cannot describe the series of emotions I felt.”
- “It is a tragedy that this, it can't be called a film, but a transcendent emotional experience, will be inaccessible for most.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have numerous glitches and bugs, particularly with menus and controls, leading to a somewhat unstable experience. While some players find the concept enjoyable, the overall quality is perceived as lacking, with many suggesting it may not be worth the investment due to its instability.
- “All in all, this game isn't too bad, but I would rather spend my money on something else higher quality and generally less buggy.”
- “There were some weird out of bounds glitches, but you would get teleported back to the playable area.”
- “Buggy menus and controls though...”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay has been criticized for being boring and repetitive, with many users finding the mechanics unengaging and mind-numbing. Overall, the lack of variety and excitement has led to a disconnection from the game experience.
- “Repetitive gameplay and mind-numbing mechanics caused me to disassociate from everything around me.”
- “Not many people play, trash mechanics, super boring.”
- “Boring gameplay.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some users praise the vibrant and engaging design, others criticize them as boring and subpar, particularly in multiplayer modes. Overall, the visuals are described as colorful and cute, contributing to a sense of suspense and excitement for some players.
- “So much great graphic design, so much suspense, so much greatness in this one video.”
- “Nice colorful graphics.”
- “Colorful and cute graphics.”
- “Boring, bad graphics; the multiplayer was just like playing with bots.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users describing it as unoptimized and filled with glitches, contrasting sharply with any positive experiences.
- “What an absolutely terrible, unoptimized, glitch-filled, random game.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”

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