I had never considered the idea of an RPG party comprised entirely of clowns until now. While clown characters have been present in RPGs like Sylvando from Dragon Quest XI and Harle from Chrono Cross, the concept of a full party of clowns is both absurd and delightful. Moonana, the developer behind the vibrant Keylocker, has announced their upcoming game Clowned King, which promises to be a whimsical adventure in a world filled with colorful characters and tactical gameplay.
Clowned King is set in the Moonlit Kingdom, a realm of tinted glass and peculiar creatures, including what appears to be combative broccoli. Players take on the role of Matheus, a disgraced harlequin prince with a dark past hidden behind a facade of laughter. The objective is to assemble a team of eccentric performers to overthrow Matheus’ villainous father, the Mad King Marduk.
The game’s turn-based battle system draws inspiration from titles like Disgaea and Fire Emblem, as well as Brazilian culture. Formations play a crucial role in unlocking special abilities, emphasizing the strategic aspect of combat. With a variety of mage class types and alliances to be forged, Clowned King offers a unique and entertaining gameplay experience.
While the release date for Clowned King is yet to be announced, players can explore other clown-themed games like Clown Meat and Dropsy. It’s refreshing to see a game that embraces clown culture without dwelling on themes of sorrow and madness. If you know of any other unconventional clown games, feel free to share them!
