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Overclocked: The Aclockalypse

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52%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, optimization
graphics, gameplay
61% User Score Based on 36 reviews

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Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a single player action game. It was developed by Timewind LLC and was released on April 26, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a roguelike bullet hell following The Keeper’s time-twisting battle to reclaim The Eternal Sands from Greenwich and her clockwork army.

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61%
Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and intriguing storyline that keeps players engaged with its suspenseful twists and turns.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are well-crafted, with detailed locations and a whimsical soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • As a free game, it offers a decent level of entertainment, especially for fans of the bullet hell genre, with clever mechanics and a good difficulty curve.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, including crashes and unresponsive mechanics that hinder gameplay.
  • The procedural generation leads to repetitive and frustrating level design, lacking meaningful progression or variety.
  • Many players found the controls to be clunky and not user-friendly, particularly for those without a controller.
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the outdated 2D retro assets that feel more suited for browser or mobile games, especially given the advancements in technology since the mid-1990s. While some appreciate the cute visuals and pleasant artwork, there is a consensus that improvements are needed, particularly in the opening scenes.

    • “The music is nice and the graphics are cute.”
    • “On the topic of visuals, the weak-looking 2D retro assets seem like they'd be more at home in a browser game or a mobile app.”
    • “There’s no excuse for such poor 2D graphics in 2025, especially considering the advancements in 3D graphics accelerators since the mid-1990s with cards like the ATI Rage and Voodoo3D.”
    • “Artwork could be improved during opening scenes.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as a twin-stick shooter with some unique mechanics, such as dashing and time manipulation, but it lacks meaningful level design and narrative progression. While the mechanics are solid and engaging, they do not evoke a strong adrenaline rush, leaving some players wanting more depth and creativity.

    • “Solid gameplay.”
    • “Interesting mechanics and engaging gameplay.”
    • “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
    • “Mechanically, and coding-wise, it's passable - but it's just not enough to get the adrenaline going.”
    • “In terms of the gameplay, it's a twin-stick shooter, with a couple of special abilities like dashing through enemy shots, or a couple of ways to manipulate time.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as whimsical and reminiscent of classic SNES and Genesis titles, evoking a sense of nostalgia for some players. While many appreciate the cute graphics and enjoyable soundtrack, others find the overall style lacking in depth, leading to a somewhat dull experience.

    • “Great music.”
    • “I love the soundtrack.”
    • “But on the other hand, the twinkly, rather twee music, and overall lack of grit in its style, makes it a bit dull.”
    • “The soundtrack is whimsical and the level, music, and characters immediately reminded me of the old SNES/Genesis Pagemaster game (for those who are familiar).”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has been widely criticized, with one user dismissing it as poorly conceived and unworthy of discussion.

    • “I'm not going to cover the story of this game, as it's a load of old poop chute.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers consistently highlight the game's atmosphere as a standout feature, describing it as "really cool" and engaging, which enhances the overall gaming experience.

    • “The game has a really cool atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a truly captivating atmosphere.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for being clunky and plagued by numerous bugs, which significantly detracts from the overall experience and prevents some players from completing it.

    • “Clunky and buggy.”
    • “However, the game was essentially too buggy and clunky for me to play to the end.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant crashes and performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience, despite being enjoyable otherwise.

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Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a action game.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse was released on April 26, 2018.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse was developed by Timewind LLC.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its graphics.

Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a single player game.

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