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Review of Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 2024
Cover image of Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 04 Jun 2024
Genre: Asymmetrical Survival Horror
Developer: IllFonic, Teravision Games
Publisher: IllFonic

Introduction

In a world where most horror games have you running from creepy monsters in dark hallways, *Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game* tosses you into a colorful carnival of chaos. Yes, it sounds ridiculous, and yes, it plays that way too. Based on the cult classic film from 1988, this game has you pitted against sarcastic clowns who are more concerned with pie-throwing than traditional horror. So grab your air horn, and let’s dive into the hilariously horrifying world of Klown shenanigans!

Gameplay

Imagine a 15-minute match where three clowns (yes, clowns) are out to create a Klownpocalypse, while seven humans are desperately trying to escape using their not-so-great wits and slightly better-than-average speed. Each human must locate one of the four escape routes (impressive names include *Klownpocalypse Bunker* and *Boat Repair*). Because if you’re going to escape murderous clowns, you need a glamorous exit strategy, right? To activate these escape routes, humans are on the hunt for items like sparkplugs, gas cans, and key cards—basically a scavenger hunt but with bonus cotton candy traps. Klowns get fancy with their weapons, from the ol’ reliable mallet to the terrifying popcorn bazooka, while humans can use anything from makeshift weapons to airhorns (yes, seriously, airhorns) to distract the furry foes. The goal? Don’t be the last one kneaded into a cotton candy cocoon and whisked away to the Klown generator! That’s right, getting caught means contributing to a sweet demise. The match ends when all humans escape or turn into fu... err, ‘sweet snacks’. There’s even a mini-game mode for those who get snuffed out early—because dying should always come with a consolation prize or the option to spectate your friends’ inevitable demise. And let’s not forget about the surprise ice cream truck crash halfway through, providing a frenzied final escape route. Why? Because it’s a Klown game, and logic has taken a permanent vacation!

Graphics

The graphics are surprisingly vibrant and polished, reminding players that just because it's a horror game doesn’t mean it can’t sparkle! Think of a deadlier version of a cartoon featuring over-the-top colors, absurd models, and detailed animations—all of which attract the eye more than the creeping dread typical in horror games. The environments are rich with detail, from the quirky charm of *Clown Summer Camp* to the foreboding structures of *Downtown*, where you’ll find both shrimp cocktails…and rims of clowny doom. It’s like a Saturday morning cartoon gone completely rogue, and honestly, it’s a charmingly twisted visual feast!

Conclusion

While not everyone might appreciate the quirky, non-traditional nature of *Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game*, it lands punches in the realm of uniquely entertaining asymmetrical multiplayer gaming. With its balanced mechanics, respect for the original film, and an overall merry atmosphere, it creates an absurdly fun time. It’s a game that begs for goofy nights filled with laughter and shouts of ‘Don’t let the cotton candy get me!’ If you’re looking for something refreshing to throw into your gaming rotation, grab a few friends, some popcorn (not from the bazooka), and enjoy the chaos of clowns! Just remember to breathe…between the laughter and the screams.

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