Fear of Clowns
- April 29, 2017
- Mikhail Nevsky
Get on Steam"Fear of Clown" is a first-person horror game where you investigate a mysterious nighttime doorbell ring, only to face an unpredictable and frightening clown enemy. The game features stealth gameplay and a terrifying atmosphere, best experienced with headphones in a dark environment.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a good variety of enemies, some of which are humorous.
- Graphically, it looks great for a game made with FPS Creator, showcasing a unique style.
- There are some fun gimmicks and moments that can be entertaining, especially in a group setting.
- The game suffers from constant crashes and bugs, making it frustrating to play.
- Combat mechanics are horrendous and inconsistent, leading to a poor gameplay experience.
- The story is nonsensical, and the level design, particularly the maze sections, is confusing and tedious.
- gameplay32 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it devolves into a simplistic and unthreatening chase mechanic that fails to deliver on the initial suspense. Technical issues, such as frequent crashes, further detract from the experience, leading to disappointment as the game shifts from a promising introduction to a lackluster core gameplay loop. Overall, players feel that the game does not provide the scares or fun gameplay expected for its price.
“As far as gameplay is concerned, you start out being startled from sleep in the middle of the night to the sound of your doorbell.”
“I had no expectations other than having actual gameplay.”
“I included a gameplay video at the top you can check out if you're curious as to how the game looks/functions.”
“Disclaimer: it crashed 5 times in 1 hour and a half of gameplay.”
“The actual gameplay turned out to be nothing more than a simple game of keep away with a 'monster' that was comically non-threatening and who, when he caught you, proceeded to do nothing more than repeatedly stab at you in a poorly animated motion that slowly ticked down the player's health bar.”
“The breaking of the mood in this game and the poor gameplay that ensued was a massive turn since the introduction was so effective at putting me on edge.”
- humor18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its variety, with many players finding the enemies and situations amusing, often leading to genuine laughter. While some aspects, like the writing and AI, are described as flawed, these imperfections contribute to the overall comedic experience. However, some reviewers suggest that the humor may overshadow the intended scares, making it a lighthearted rather than thrilling experience.
“The final is funny and the game ends on a twist.”
“Bought this game a while back and have loved every minute of it; a hilarious game until the very end, had me laughing until I cried.”
“Bobo's AI can get a little wonky at times, but it's more hilarious than anything else.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as visually appealing, while others criticize them as subpar or merely average. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are not exceptional, they are decent enough to not detract significantly from the gameplay experience.
“Looks great graphically.”
“Half decent graphics; I like most of the sound effects. Though when I get discovered and stabbed, the sound is a bit underwhelming - I expected something far more dramatic. The controls are smooth, though sometimes it's a little tricky to pick something up quickly, but that is minor.”
“Graphics are average, not much to say other than not horrible.”
“Graphics are horrible.”
“Graphics are not the best, but are decent enough to not ruin the game.”
“Graphics are average; not much to say other than they're not horrible.”
- atmosphere12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as intense and capable of building palpable tension, effectively creating a sense of suspense and fear, particularly in the right setting. However, some elements, like unexpected honking noises, can detract from the overall immersion. Overall, while it has its flaws, the game successfully delivers a scary and engaging atmosphere.
“The atmosphere was intense and I was truly scared of the threats that loomed before me....”
“The game starts kind of slow, as it works on building a palpable tension and atmosphere.”
“One of the funniest ones is when you're walking down dark hallways and you hear honking noises; it kills all the atmosphere the game has.”
“The atmosphere was intense and I was truly scared of the threats that loomed before me.”
“While not perfect, 'Fear of Clowns' performs a fairly decent job of delivering a tense atmosphere and feeling of suspense.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for featuring stolen copyrighted tracks, notably including music from Super Mario 64 during key moments, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the soundtrack attempts to create a horror atmosphere with dark drones and scattered sounds, but many find it overly dark and ineffective.
“I got to say this straight away, but the dev clearly stole copyrighted music and used it in his own game.”
“Dark hallways, scattered sounds here and there, drones in the soundtrack to feign horror, and then worst of all, it is way too dark.”
“- stolen music”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story in "Fear of Clowns" has been criticized for being nonsensical and lacking coherence, with multiple users expressing disappointment in its overall quality.
“The story in Fear of Clowns makes no sense whatsoever.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players note that grinding mechanics can be exploited, such as being able to crouch and remain unnoticed while grinding on enemies, which may detract from the game's challenge. However, many express a desire for improvements to these mechanics, suggesting that the game could be more enjoyable with necessary fixes.
“You can literally be point-blank grinding on the clown's dump truck and he won't notice you if you're crouching. I do highly recommend this game if it gets these fixes, though.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be highly emotional, often experiencing laughter to the point of tears, indicating a strong comedic impact that enhances their overall enjoyment.
