Rodeo Clown
- August 27, 2024
- Xavier Bell
Get on Steam"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…
Reviews
- 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.
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.'”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
