Rodeo Clown

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Rodeo Clown is a single player action game. It was developed by Xavier Bell and was released on August 27, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"You ain't worth a dollar." Rodeo Clown is a visual novel/walking sim about the sorriest man on Earth. Fill the shoes of Des and embark on a journey that'll take you to the sleepy backwater of Aurora, Texas. Not much happens in Aurora, besides the occasional tornado or distant gunshot. There's a tractor museum (closed), a beautiful mural, angsty teenagers, ominous signs, totem tennis a…

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Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 4 reviews

story3 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay that resonates with players, especially those from the grew-up-before-the-internet generation.
Great writing and ambiance that enhances the overall experience.
Compelling story that appeals to fans of visual novel style games.

music
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The music in the game is praised for its thoughtful references, including nods to artists like Sufjan Stevens and Neil Young, which resonate with players on a personal level. The soundtrack effectively captures the essence of nostalgia, evoking memories tied to song titles and film quotes.
- “Very interesting! It kind of reminds me of the Neil Young song 'The Old Homestead.'”
- “I especially appreciated the Sufjan Stevens reference, as well as the whole, 'my brain operates at half capacity because the other half is occupied by song titles and quotes from films I haven't watched for years.'”
- “Very interesting! It kinda reminds me of the Neil Young song 'The Old Homestead.'”
story
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The story is highly regarded, particularly for fans of visual novel-style games, offering a compelling narrative that is worth exploring.
- “A great story worth exploring if you enjoy visual novel-style games.”
- “The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
- “The character development is rich, making the story feel immersive and relatable.”