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Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game

Many contenders have tried to take the asymmetrical crown from Dead by Daylight, and while Killer Klowns from Outer Space might not necessarily be better than DBD, it's a fun alternative that can stand on its own two (Klown) feet.
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74%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
stability, optimization
76% User Score Based on 5,196 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 9 reviews

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Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a multiplayer open world survival game with horror, violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Teravision Games and was released on June 4, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Plan your own alien invasion and harvest humans as the iconic Killer Klowns, or gather a team of survivors to fight the extraterrestrial threat, in a game based on the ‘80s cult classic movie. Welcome to a new, craazzy take on the asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience!

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,196 reviews
gameplay176 positive mentions
stability187 negative mentions

  • gameplay
    502 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" is a mixed bag, with many players enjoying its unique mechanics and nostalgic references to the film, while others criticize it for being repetitive and buggy. The asymmetrical gameplay offers distinct experiences for both klowns and humans, but balance issues and a lack of depth in certain mechanics detract from the overall enjoyment. While some find it fun and engaging, especially in multiplayer settings, others feel it falls short of expectations, particularly given its price point.

    • “The gameplay is surprisingly engaging, blending horror and comedy in a way that keeps you hooked.”
    • “The game captures the essence of the cult classic film with its unique gameplay mechanics and faithful recreation of the movie's quirky characters and settings.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging, the graphics are top-notch, and the multiplayer experience keeps you on the edge of your seat, allowing you to customize your own characters with unique abilities and stats, making every match a new thrill.”
    • “Killer Klowns from Outer Space could have been a fun, offbeat addition to the multiplayer scene, but its numerous gameplay issues make it hard to recommend.”
    • “The gameplay wasn't fun in the slightest; I couldn't even choose my preference of the team I'd rather play on, it's randomized so no one is happy with the results.”
    • “The core gameplay of Killer Klowns is dull and quickly becomes monotonous.”
  • graphics
    189 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant and colorful aesthetic, effectively capturing the quirky and creepy essence of the original movie. Many players appreciate the attention to detail in character design and environmental visuals, although some have noted issues with performance and graphical settings. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some criticisms regarding content and balance.

    • “The graphics are superb, capturing the campy yet creepy essence of the original movie with remarkable fidelity.”
    • “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 game stays true to the movie's unique aesthetic, with detailed and colorful graphics that bring the bizarre yet captivating characters and settings to life.”
    • “And graphic settings cannot be adjusted so I'm forced to run on highest quality settings giving me only 40fps max. This game is all over the place and the most recent update did nothing.”
    • “Visuals remind me of VHS, but somehow worse.”
    • “The graphics, sound design, and gameplay are all great, but there is just so much wrong with it at the moment that I cannot recommend anyone buy this game at full price in its current state.”
  • stability
    187 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating experience for many players. While some find enjoyment despite these issues, the consensus is that the game feels unfinished and requires significant patches to improve stability. Many reviewers recommend waiting for updates before fully engaging with the game, as its current state is reminiscent of other poorly launched titles.

    • “I wanted to like it but it's too buggy in its current state.”
    • “This game is a buggy mess, without a clear direction as to where it wants to go.”
    • “The game is a blast but it's a buggy mess right now, empty lobbies, stuck in one place, black screen of death, every other match is unplayable.”
  • humor
    177 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" is widely praised, with players highlighting its goofy antics, hilarious fatalities, and the entertaining dynamics of proximity voice chat. Many reviews note that the game captures the quirky essence of the original film, leading to funny and memorable moments, especially when played with friends. Overall, the blend of horror and humor creates a lighthearted experience that encourages players not to take the game too seriously.

    • “Clowns can kill and remove players from the game in gimmicky and hilarious fashion; survivors can fight back and actually kill their terrorizers.”
    • “This game nails the quirky, creepy vibe of the original movie with its colorful graphics, offbeat humor, and over-the-top antics.”
    • “It's hilarious how fast I died as a klown.”
  • music
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received praise for its faithful reimagining of the iconic soundtrack from the original film, enhancing the overall atmosphere and tension. Reviewers noted the playful and eerie sound design, which complements the visuals and gameplay, although some mentioned that the sound effects can be intrusively loud and distracting during stealth moments. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, with a nostalgic 80s arcade vibe, though there are calls for more variation in the music.

    • “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 iconic, chilling soundtrack from the movie has been brilliantly reimagined for the game, heightening the tension and adding to the overall atmosphere.”
    • “The sound design, from the klowns' sinister laughter to the eerie carnival music, adds to the immersive horror-comedy experience.”
    • “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.”
    • “The characters' voices are much quieter than the music.”
  • story
    45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a traditional story mode, leaving players feeling disappointed and wishing for a narrative-driven experience akin to the original movie. While the gameplay captures the essence of the film, many users express a desire for single-player missions or a more structured storyline, as the current format often feels like a repetitive MMO quest. Overall, the absence of a cohesive story detracts from the potential depth of the game, despite its fun mechanics.

    • “The only thing is I would love to see a story mode based over the movie, and being able to defeat the big killer klown at the end of the movie.”
    • “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.”
    • “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 play as a human most of the time, with most people getting caught in the first 2 minutes of the game.”
    • “It feels like you're playing an MMO running quests most of the time because you're just going back and forth between point A to point B to point C.”
    • “I would love to see a double story mode for this game: one human story mode and one klown story mode with two other outcomes.”
  • atmosphere
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its faithful recreation of the quirky and eerie vibe of the original "Killer Klowns from Outer Space" film, with attention to detail in character design, vibrant graphics, and a chilling reimagined soundtrack. Players appreciate the immersive experience that captures the essence of the 80s and the film's iconic scenes, although some note that community toxicity can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhancing the game's appeal to fans of the cult classic.

    • “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.”
    • “As a long-time Killer Klowns fan, the devs have put so much attention to detail in making the game atmospherically true to the movie, right down to the interesting VFX choices they made (i.e. when Klowns die, etc.).”
    • “Granted, it's still early into its release and it isn't without its bugs, but the organic shenanigans and campy atmosphere make up for that, in my opinion.”
    • “The developers truly capture the atmosphere of Santa Cruz and the 80s, and it's apparent in this that they put a lot of research into creating this immersive experience for players.”
    • “The atmosphere and mood of the original film are definitely captured very well.”
  • optimization
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting frequent frame drops, bugs, and performance issues across various hardware setups. While some users noted improvements following patches, the consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized, leading to a frustrating experience, particularly in high-demand scenarios. Players have expressed concerns that unless major optimization issues are addressed, the game's longevity may be at risk.

    • “Fyi, I play it on my Steam Deck, and in my opinion, it is one of the best looking next-gen games on this handheld console if properly optimized.”
    • “Fun matches, wonderful maps, and optimized to the point I can play it full toggle on a three-year-old laptop of all things!”
    • “The initial launch was somewhat rough, but the game has since been patched a few times, resulting in less bugs and slightly better performance.”
    • “It is also poorly optimized, so frame drops are very common.”
    • “The horrendous optimization.”
    • “Buggy, so poor performance I'm getting unstable and poor FPS with my 4090 and 7800X3D, no keybind settings, no fullscreen setting, bad mouse sensitivity settings, and probably the most boring game I ever played.”
  • replayability
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the variety of characters and maps that keep the experience fresh and engaging. However, some users express concerns about the replay value diminishing after extensive playtime, particularly due to unresolved balancing issues and the perceived high cost relative to the enjoyment offered. Despite these criticisms, the game remains addictive and fun, especially in lively multiplayer lobbies.

    • “Overall, great game that has a ton of replayability.”
    • “This game is very addictive and has high replayability; the 3v7 playstyle is very fun and the games always feel interesting.”
    • “Various characters and maps offer lots of replay value.”
    • “Balancing issues aside, my biggest gripe is the cost versus value of replayability.”
    • “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.”
    • “The replay value wasn't there for me and the price was way too high for what it was.”
  • grinding
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express mixed feelings about grinding in the game, noting that while initial gameplay is enjoyable, it quickly devolves into tedious grinding for cosmetic upgrades and challenges after a few hours. Many hope for future updates to alleviate the grind and improve balance among weapons, as the current system often feels frustrating and unfulfilling. Additionally, issues such as toxic behavior in lobbies and the need for extensive grinding to unlock content detract from the overall experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • monetization
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many reviewers labeling it as a cash grab characterized by overpriced microtransactions and a lack of meaningful content. While some players find enjoyment in the game, concerns persist that it may follow the path of other titles that prioritize profit over quality, leading to potential abandonment and unfulfilled promises of future updates.

    • “There's no microtransactions, this game is not competitive, and it's actually very fun.”
    • “Microtransactions through a premium currency.”
    • “Overpriced microtransactions for a product that does not meet expected standards.”
    • “This game is most likely another asymmetrical horror cash grab like TCM was, so be ready for them to promise a bunch of long-term plans but not really go anywhere with it and just try to sell skins and stuff.”
    • “With the addition of the new in-game microtransactions, the devs have completely failed the IP and the players.”
  • emotional
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to evoke a wide range of emotions, often leading to moments of joy, humor, and deep sadness, with some describing it as a catalyst for emotional breakdowns. The interactions between characters can be both wholesome and intense, contributing to a memorable emotional experience. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to connect players on an emotional level, despite some technical issues.

    • “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 development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight that the game features intricate and well-thought-out character designs, contributing to a rich and immersive experience.

    • “The character development is incredibly detailed, allowing players to truly connect with each character's journey.”
    • “I love how the game offers deep character arcs that evolve based on player choices.”
    • “The intricate backstories and personal growth of the characters make the narrative feel rich and engaging.”
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Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a open world survival game with horror, violence and science fiction themes.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 17 hours playing Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game was released on June 4, 2024.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game was developed by Teravision Games.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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