Grim Clicker
- January 30, 2024
- EvilCharm Games
- 73h median play time
Get on SteamGrim Clicker is an IDLE/RPG clicker where you will find your own strategy to explore the lost worlds. Inspired by games such as Diablo, Grim Dawn, Dark Souls, etc., the game features a complex character development, many unique items, active and passive playstyle.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Unique mechanics and skill trees that allow for diverse builds and strategies.
- Visually appealing with a dark aesthetic and enjoyable soundtrack.
- Engaging gameplay that keeps players invested, with a good balance of active and idle play.
- Progression can be extremely slow, especially after reaching higher levels, leading to frustration.
- Heavy reliance on premium currency for meaningful upgrades, making it feel pay-to-win.
- Lack of clarity in skill descriptions and mechanics, making it difficult for new players to plan effective builds.
- gameplay159 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this idle clicker game is characterized by a mix of intriguing mechanics and RPG elements, offering a variety of character builds and progression systems that keep players engaged for extended periods. However, many reviews highlight issues such as poor optimization, a tedious grind, and a lack of meaningful progression after the initial stages, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game features unique mechanics and a fun art style, it suffers from balancing problems and monetization strategies that may frustrate players.
“The premise is interesting and the various gameplay mechanics (curse, shard types, etc.) keep things fresh.”
“Very, very fun with mechanics I haven't seen before in an idle game.”
“The gameplay loop is addictive.”
“Not very well optimized, bad fatigue mechanic from the start; tediousness does not mean a good game.”
“The gameplay loop is weak and the progression system is debilitating.”
“Gameplay is meh and quite stupidly grindy even at the start, which really sucks the air out.”
- graphics69 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players appreciating the pixel art style and dark, gothic aesthetic that sets it apart from other idle games. While some find the visuals charming and fitting for the gameplay, others note issues such as blurriness in certain icons and a need for improved animations and quality settings. Overall, the art style and sound design contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, though there are calls for enhancements in visual clarity and user interface.
“The graphics are quite nice, if that matters to you.”
“I love almost everything about it... the graphics are great, the different possibilities for builds, and the music I totally love.”
“Charming idle game, lovely visuals and good sound design.”
“The graphics are okay-ish, but some icons are a bit blurry, so you sometimes wonder what you are even looking at.”
“However, the graphics need work.”
“Graphics are on the bad side, the font used for text is horrible and the stats are incredibly unbalanced as leveling anything but strength is a retarded choice.”
- grinding50 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game suffers from excessive grinding, with many players finding it tedious and unbalanced, particularly in the early stages. While some enjoy the grind and the variety of builds, others criticize the lack of quality of life improvements and the push towards microtransactions. Overall, the consensus leans towards the game being too grindy, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and progression.
“It's grindy but not too grindy; it takes work but not too much work. It's so well balanced.”
“My point being this game is not too grinding to enjoy.”
“Not very well optimized, bad fatigue mechanic from the start; tediousness does not mean a good game.”
“At first it's a great game, with steady progression, but when you finish shard 1 and move on to shard 2, all progression dies a sudden, tedious death.”
“After the first few worlds, you quickly hit a point where you cannot progress past the first boss without hours and hours of grinding, and if you made poor early choices, you'll probably find you've made the game almost impossible.”
- story45 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 84 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many players noting that it lacks depth and engagement, making the gameplay feel repetitive and uninspired. While some appreciate the dark tone and hint at a potential narrative, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game could greatly benefit from a more developed storyline to enhance player interest and motivation. Overall, the story aspect is seen as a missed opportunity, contributing to a sense of boredom and frustration among players.
“Not only for the combination of RPG features like the skill trees, it has a story that is worth understanding.”
“I love the dark somber tone; I don't know why, but I get the feeling there's also a story as to why the world is what it is. After you beat level 40, everything kind of flips on end, and I would love to see a story mechanic to bring out the shattered shards of the grim dark universe (I'm trying to be as spoiler-free as possible).”
“Okay, so it's a clicker/idle game, so don't expect much in the way of ground-breaking gameplay or a nuanced rich story... however, all that said, this is a pretty good one.”
“Unfortunately, there is absolutely no story in Grim Clicker.”
“Most clicker/idle games don't have much of a story to begin with, and this one is no exception.”
“This game could have been so much more - add some story to keep people somewhat interested to keep playing, add some new mechanics on the level of at least a soul system to keep players engaged.”
- music39 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its incredible soundtrack that evokes nostalgia for classic titles like Diablo. The sound design complements the gameplay well, creating a soothing and immersive atmosphere, although some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of engaging music and appealing visuals enhances the gaming experience significantly.
“This game has an amazing OST to back up the easy and addictive gameplay.”
“The music is, in my opinion, the strongest thing in this game; the soundtrack is amazing, from drums that make you feel awesome killing things to pianos creating a sense of calm. Each area has music to boot, and it's amazing.”
“Summary: good idle game with a unique dark pixel aesthetic, incredible soundtrack (in the style of Diablo 1 and 2's awesome soundtracks) that doesn't get stale, which I think is nuts for a free game.”
“I assume that most people play the game muted as I do, but the music and sound effects are pretty repetitive and annoying.”
“The music and everything is really loud, no matter what volume, so you're forced to mute the same 12 regular sound effects and the, what seems like, 5 music tracks.”
“The soundtrack sounds like Grim Dawn.”
- monetization30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players finding it grindy and excessively reliant on microtransactions, which can feel pushy and detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the absence of aggressive in-game advertising and the lack of a paywall during initial gameplay, others criticize it as a cash grab that encourages spending to alleviate pacing issues. Overall, players suggest that a more balanced approach, such as offering free currency through ads or events, could enhance the game's accessibility and enjoyment.
“Given it's free-to-play, they made the difficulty reasonably challenging to nudge you into in-app purchases, but at least during the first 20 hours of gameplay there wasn't a paywall, or something one can't solve by leaving the game idle.”
“Also, there is no in-game shop thrown in your face (I can't even find one), meaning that this developer at least cares about making sure the game is solid before asking for microtransactions.”
“Good game, microtransactions aren't in your face, but they're there (expected for a free game), can easily sink 10+ or more hours into the game.”
“I'm not against this monetization model for a free game, but it's excessively stingy as it stands.”
“A shameless mobile game cash grab on Steam.”
“It's clear from this point on it just becomes a cash grab.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as both relentless and entertaining, with players finding amusement in its dark fantasy theme and the absurdity of its mechanics. Despite some criticisms regarding monetization and gameplay simplicity, many users appreciate the comedic elements, often highlighting the irony of their clicking frenzy and the humorous complaints about progression. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its clicker genre, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
“Like speed dating with death himself, Grim Clicker is a hilarious, relentless clicking frenzy!”
“It's funny now how violently clicking my mouse button doesn't seem all that different from playing an actual HnH game!”
“It's funny to see people complaining that they can't progress without spending any money.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's enhanced replayability due to a recent quality-of-life update, which improves playability and session length. The diverse combat types and flexible build options contribute to a rich gameplay experience, making it feel infinitely replayable despite its simplicity.
“Amazing replayability: despite the seeming simplicity, the game has many flexible build options, each of which in one way or another will suit a particular situation.”
“I can't stop playing, and it's infinitely replayable.”
“In my opinion, this ups the replay value and aids in session length increases.”
“Grim Clicker's 3 different types of combat allow for a lot of diversity and replayability.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with users noting significant bugs and glitches that can lead to freezing issues, including complete system crashes. However, many acknowledge that as a free-to-play title in early access, the stability issues are somewhat expected and do not severely detract from the overall gameplay experience.
“This game is unstable... it freezes my whole PC, so I need to force power off.”
“There are a few buggy things, but for a free-to-play clicker, this is definitely worth picking up!”
“Still in early access, so bugs and glitches are inevitable, but they don't affect much of the gameplay or my experience.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "grim clicker" is highly praised for its authentic sound design, featuring a dark and immersive soundtrack that complements the game's themes. Players appreciate the balance of atmospheric elements, which enhance the overall experience without becoming overly dramatic.
“The soundtrack and sound effects play nicely with the game and sound very authentic to the atmosphere.”
“I really like the atmosphere and music.”
“I love the sound in this game; it's atmospheric and dark without being over the top.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting stuttering backgrounds and performance problems even on high-end machines.
“The game runs smoothly on my high-end setup, but I encountered some optimization issues.”
“Despite having a powerful machine, I experienced several performance challenges.”
“However, there are optimization problems.”
“The moving background doesn't help either, as it ends up 'stuttering' while you take apart mobs one by one.”
“I have a powerful machine and experienced numerous performance issues.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development in the game involves a typical mechanic where players can reset their progress to gain permanent upgrades, adding a strategic layer to character progression. This system encourages players to make meaningful choices about their development path.
“The character development system is incredibly rewarding, allowing players to sacrifice their current progress for permanent upgrades that enhance gameplay.”
“I love how the game encourages you to make tough choices in character development, leading to unique and personalized gameplay experiences.”
“The depth of character development in this game is impressive, with meaningful choices that truly impact your character's journey and abilities.”
“The character development feels shallow, as the choices you make rarely impact the story or gameplay in a meaningful way.”
“I was disappointed by the lack of depth in character progression; it often feels like a grind without any real payoff.”
“The game forces you to restart your character development for the sake of permanent upgrades, which undermines the investment you make in your character.”
