You play as Ayo, a not-so-ordinary clown, who sets out to find his best friend, his beloved dog, who has mysteriously disappeared. What happened to Bo? You'll find out throughout this incredible adventure as you try to reunite the clown and his dog.
Ayo is no ordinary clown. He does not do magic tricks or juggle balls. Ayo has a far more important mission: to find Bo, his beloved dog who has mysteriously disappeared. To do so, he must cross colourful worlds, face memorable bosses and discover the many surprises that the creators at Cloud M1 have hidden in every corner of this 2.5D platform game.
Developed and published by Cloud M1, Ayo the Clown is a platformer that constantly reinvents itself. Every level introduces new mechanics, new ideas and new environments. Jungle, pirates, mountains, space: Ayo's world is as diverse as his costume is colourful.
We loved: The variety of levels and surprises. Ayo the Clown refuses repetition: every level differs from the last. New mechanics, new enemies, new environments. You never know what awaits around the next corner.
We liked: The boss fights. Each is a challenge in its own right, with its own patterns and weaknesses. These confrontations provide ideal rhythm to the overall progression.
Our highlight: The art direction. Ayo the Clown's visuals are generously colourful, with vivid colours, expressive animations and attention to detail that makes every screen a pleasure to explore.
Our tip to help you: Explore every level thoroughly before moving on. Secrets and collectibles are numerous and well hidden. Upgrades earned by completing zones properly greatly ease subsequent levels.
Who is this game for?
Ayo the Clown is aimed at players aged 3 and over, especially children and families. It is an accessible platformer with inventive mechanics that will delight young players and adults nostalgic for childhood platform games alike. With 8 hours of content, it is a complete and generous adventure.
