Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game
- June 4, 2024
- IllFonic
- 19h median play time
Get on Steam"Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game" is an asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience based on the cult '80s film. Choose to be a Killer Klown, using alien abilities and weapons to hunt humans, or join the human team and work with others to scavenge for supplies and avoid capture. Pre-order and deluxe editions include bonus cosmetic items, a digital soundtrack, and an art book.
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Windows
Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
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Reviews
- gameplay284 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" is characterized by its engaging asymmetrical mechanics, allowing for a unique 3v7 dynamic that offers varied experiences for both klowns and humans. However, many players have noted issues with bugs, clunky mechanics, and a lack of depth, leading to a repetitive gameplay loop that can become stale after extended play. While the game captures the essence of the cult classic film and features enjoyable graphics and customization options, it struggles with balancing and content variety, prompting mixed feelings about its overall value.
“Engaging asymmetrical gameplay: the 3v7 dynamic offers a fresh take on the genre, providing varied experiences for both klowns and humans.”
“The gameplay is surprisingly engaging, blending horror and comedy in a way that keeps you hooked.”
“The gameplay loop is very good, and both sides can fight the other, making for a fun experience.”
“The core gameplay of Killer Klowns is dull and quickly becomes monotonous.”
“The gameplay loop and options within are pretty balanced if you know how to play, and both sides have big advantages and disadvantages.”
“The gameplay was just... boring with a side of tedious.”
- graphics116 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant, colorful aesthetic that effectively captures the quirky and campy essence of the original "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" film. Many players appreciate the attention to detail, character design, and overall visual presentation, although some have reported performance issues and bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay and atmosphere, despite some technical challenges.
“The aesthetic is spot on, the vibes are all there and they're immaculate.”
“The graphics and silly effects are pleasing to the eye with good lighting and character/environment detail.”
“The graphics are superb, capturing the campy yet creepy essence of the original movie with remarkable fidelity.”
“Very buggy to the point I had graphics and everything lowered and I kept freezing, so I gave up during rounds. My computer typically is able to handle them, but the graphics and dynamics are the same as Dead by Daylight, except DBD gives you tutorials to play instead of just read. There's more choice in that game as well, so I'd recommend getting that one instead as it's much cheaper and works better.”
“No tutorial and graphics settings won't save after I changed them four times.”
“And graphic settings cannot be adjusted, so I'm forced to run on the highest quality settings, giving me only 40fps max. This game is all over the place, and the most recent update did nothing.”
- stability110 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly disrupt gameplay. Many users describe it as a "buggy mess," with problems ranging from hitbox inaccuracies to frequent crashes and matchmaking failures. While some acknowledge the game's potential and fun mechanics, the overwhelming consensus is that it remains in an unfinished state, making it difficult to recommend at its current price point.
“When this game released it was borderline broken and although it has gotten better it’s still not where it should be for a $40 price point, it’s still plagued with glitches, bugs and other game-breaking problems.”
“The game is buggy, a mess, and almost every feature doesn’t work or is just a placeholder.”
“I wanted to like this game, I really did, but I just can't in good faith tell people to spend $40 on this buggy mess.”
- humor103 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" is a standout feature, blending comedic elements with horror to create a lighthearted gaming experience. Players appreciate the game's quirky sound effects, funny voice chat interactions, and the absurdity of clown-themed gameplay, which often leads to hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. Despite some bugs, the overall tone remains fun and entertaining, capturing the essence of the cult classic film.
“Humorous elements: the game incorporates comedic aspects, such as the klowns' squeaky shoes and cartoonish boot prints, adding a lighthearted touch to the horror theme.”
“The voip makes the game so much fun though, the killers can talk to the survivors and it makes for very funny encounters.”
“Killer Klowns from Outer Space is a delightful blend of horror and humor, capturing the essence of the cult classic 1988 movie.”
- music35 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its fitting and nostalgic 80s synth aesthetic, effectively enhancing the atmosphere and aligning well with the film's tone. Many reviewers highlighted the iconic theme song and the chilling yet playful sound design, which adds to the immersive horror-comedy experience. However, some noted a need for more variation in the soundtrack and mentioned that the sound effects can occasionally overwhelm the music.
“The iconic, chilling soundtrack from the movie has been brilliantly reimagined for the game, heightening the tension and adding to the overall atmosphere.”
“The attention to detail in the game is truly impressive, from the vivid graphics to the eerie soundtrack that sets the tone for each level.”
“The sound design, from the klowns' sinister laughter to the eerie carnival music, adds to the immersive horror-comedy experience.”
“There's a fun type of scare in being inside a building or in a bush and hearing the squeaks of clown shoes pass you by with alarming music.”
“This is paired with intrusively loud sound design, as there are an assortment of noises, music, and audio cues going off at once that often distract from moments of stealth.”
“They definitely need more variation in the music though.”
- story26 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a strong desire for a single-player story mode in the game, with many players expressing disappointment over the absence of a narrative-driven experience. While the game captures the charm and absurdity of the original movie, players feel that the lack of a structured storyline limits the overall enjoyment, as they often find themselves engaged in repetitive quests without a cohesive plot. Overall, the community hopes for future updates that could introduce a more immersive story mode, allowing for deeper engagement with the game's themes and characters.
“The game, like the movie, embraces the absurd, sincere charm of the story.”
“This game perfectly captures the formula of the original movie, not just in plot but also in setting.”
“However, anyone can hop into the game and feel like they can get the context of the story and scenario just from context clues alone.”
“Wish this game had some kind of story mode so you don't have to play online with others.”
“There is no story mode.”
“Honestly, I was a little sad; I thought they would have made some kind of storyline to play, but it's straight to 3 vs 6 and then you pretty much human most of the time, with most people caught in the first 2 minutes of the game.”
- atmosphere26 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its vibrant and playful 1980s aesthetic, effectively capturing the quirky and eerie essence of the original "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" film. Players appreciate the beautifully designed maps, immersive environments, and the nostalgic soundtrack that enhance the overall experience, despite some minor bugs. Overall, the attention to detail and art direction contribute to a rich and engaging atmosphere that resonates well with fans of the cult classic.
“The over-the-top presentation of the game is excellent; the 1980s vibe is highlighted throughout the game and creates a rich and playful atmosphere.”
“The developers truly capture the atmosphere of Santa Cruz and the 80s, and it's apparent that they put a lot of research into creating this immersive experience for players.”
“Like the change from the generally serious atmosphere.”
“The game manages to capture the quirky and eerie atmosphere that made the film a cult classic.”
“The iconic, chilling soundtrack from the movie has been brilliantly reimagined for the game, heightening the tension and adding to the overall atmosphere.”
- optimization19 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with players reporting frequent technical glitches, performance issues, and frame drops that detract from the overall experience. Many users have noted the need for improved video options and server performance, while some have managed to play on lower-end hardware without major issues. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to enhance gameplay and stability.
“Fun matches, wonderful maps, and optimized to the point I can play it full toggle on a three-year-old laptop of all things!”
“There are things that still need to be ironed out to make the experience better such as performance, bugs, and gameplay balancing.”
“Game is great, performance issues on my PC that can run pretty much any game on ultra graphics, so I'm gonna assume it's the P2P servers/crossplay.”
“They need to fix more video options with the settings DLSS and FSR 2; the performance is just all over the place. I thought I would enjoy this game like F13, but the performance of this game is just bad.”
“Optimization and performance problems, high queue times, and finding myself playing with bots or the same people (Oceania servers, so fewer players).”
“It is also poorly optimized, so frame drops are very common.”
- replayability15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while many players appreciate the unlockable classes, extensive customization options, and engaging gameplay that contribute to high replay value, others find it lacking after a certain point, citing stale mechanics and a high price relative to the replay experience. Overall, it offers a fun and addictive experience, particularly in multiplayer settings, but balancing issues and unaddressed mechanics may hinder long-term enjoyment for some players.
“With its engaging gameplay, fantastic style, and extensive customization options, it’s a standout title that offers endless fun and replayability.”
“Various characters and maps offer lots of replay value.”
“This game is very addictive and has high replayability; the 3v7 playstyle is very fun and the games always feel interesting.”
“The replay value wasn't there for me and the price was way too high for what it was.”
“Once you put in enough hours, the replayability gets very stale, especially since there are still important mechanics that haven't been fixed at the time of me writing this review.”
“Balancing issues aside, my biggest gripe is the cost versus value of replayability.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the game offers enjoyable gameplay, the grinding aspect can become tedious and frustrating, particularly due to repetitive tasks and the need to search large areas without finding items. Players express a desire for more engaging content loops that don't rely heavily on grinding or monetary investment, although some appreciate that recent updates have reduced the amount of grinding required for enjoyment. Overall, the grind can detract from the fun, especially after initial excitement wears off.
“Needs to add a few more content loops that don't require paying money or grinding out for weeks at a time, but the gameplay is fun and true to the movie as best it can.”
“It will have more love and care put into it by the creator and will be a better use of your time instead of grinding out the inane challenges in bot lobbies only to find out a majority of those don't work regardless as most people use the absolutely grinding meta because the devs refuse to nerf what actually needs to be changed.”
“This is a lot of fun at first learning the maps and getting kills or escapes but once it's not fresh (for me that's 9 hours) then it's just grinding challenges for outfits.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with players labeling it as a cash grab due to overpriced microtransactions and the inclusion of in-game purchases for characters. Many feel that the developers prioritize profit over addressing existing gameplay issues, leading to a perception of the game as a reskinned product lacking depth and innovation. Overall, there is a concern that the game may follow a trend of becoming abandonware, focusing more on selling skins than delivering meaningful content.
“You can play as pretty much any klown that appeared in the movie, even if some of those klowns are only available as in-game purchases.”
“Microtransactions through a premium currency.”
“Let us not forget the day 1 DLC and do not be surprised if there come microtransactions next.”
“With the addition of the new in-game microtransactions, the devs have completely failed the IP and the players.”
“Overpriced microtransactions for a product that does not meet expected standards.”
“This game is most likely another asymmetrical horror cash grab, so be ready for them to promise a bunch of long-term plans but not really go anywhere with it.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, often experiencing moments that evoke laughter, joy, or even frustration to the point of tears. The interactions between characters can lead to both wholesome and intense experiences, highlighting the game's ability to create memorable emotional moments. Overall, it is noted as a game that can deeply affect players, sometimes leading to emotional breakdowns.
“I only want to cry like half the time”
“Both sides are quite a bit of fun and can offer really cool moments between both sides or even your same side whether wholesome, horrible, or just funny.”
“10/10 best game to make people have emotional breakdowns on”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game features detailed character design, which enhances the depth and individuality of each character, contributing positively to the overall character development experience.
“The character development is incredibly detailed, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
“The depth of character backstories adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
