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Overclocked: The Aclockalypse

63%Game Brain Score
music, optimization
gameplay, graphics
63% User Score Based on 64 reviews

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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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Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse screenshot

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews
music4 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a quirky and delightful clock motif, making it visually interesting.
  • It offers clever abilities and a good difficulty curve, providing engaging gameplay for fans of the bullet hell genre.
  • The soundtrack is whimsical and enjoyable, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, making it difficult to play and often uncompletable.
  • There is a lack of progression and variety, as it is more of a roguelike with no significant changes between playthroughs.
  • The tutorial is inadequate, failing to explain essential gameplay mechanics, which can lead to confusion for new players.
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as whimsical and reminiscent of classic SNES and Genesis titles, evoking nostalgia for players familiar with those games. While many appreciate the cute and charming soundtrack, some critics find it overly twinkly and lacking in depth, which can make it feel dull at times. Overall, the soundtrack receives mixed reviews, with a general consensus on its pleasantness but also a call for more grit.

    • “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).”
    • “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/characters immediately reminded me of the old SNES/Genesis Pagemaster game (for those who are familiar).”
    • “The soundtrack is whimsical and the level/music/characters immediately reminded me of the old SNES/Genesis Pagemaster game (for those who are familiar).”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as a twin stick shooter featuring special abilities like dashing and time manipulation. While the mechanics are deemed solid and interesting, some players feel that they lack the excitement needed to elevate the overall experience.

    • “Interesting mechanics and engaging gameplay.”
    • “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.”
    • “Mechanically, and coding-wise, it's passable - but it's just not enough to get the adrenaline going.”
    • “Solid gameplay.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally described as cute, though there is a consensus that the artwork, particularly in the opening scenes, could use improvement.

    • “The music is nice and the graphics are cute.”
    • “The artwork could be improved during the opening scenes.”
    • “The artwork could be improved during the opening scenes.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game has been widely criticized, with multiple users 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.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for being clunky and buggy, with many players finding it difficult to complete due to these issues. Overall, the instability significantly detracts from the gameplay experience.

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

    Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting it can be excessively time-consuming or tedious.

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

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including frequent crashes and performance problems, which detract from the overall experience, despite its positive gameplay elements.

  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is consistently praised for its captivating atmosphere, which enhances the overall experience and immersion for players.

    • “The game has a really cool atmosphere.”

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