Clone Drone in the Danger Zone Review

Introduction

Sometimes it's fun to break stuff. That certainly seems like the idea at the heart of Clone Drone in the Danger Zone, a game that allows - and requires - you to destroy some robots. Whether that's enough to sustain a game, though, really depends on the player.

Concept - 2

It's tough to nail down the concept of Clone Drone, and that's honestly not because it's so complex but rather because it's so weird. At its core, this game is just about slicing up robots. That's it - honestly, there could be a world of deep lore behind all of it, but people are mostly just going to remember the fact that they are given the ability to tear some robots apart. At its core, this is an arena combat game that's about defeating enemies, upgrading yourself, and figuring out what kind of challenges you can take on without getting killed. It's very much a Twitch-friendly game, and that's either going to delight players or immediately turn them off. If you don't mind a fairly light story, though, you might enjoy this game for what it is.

Graphics and Audio - 3

There's no denying that Clone Drone isn't exactly the most visually impressive game. It's a budget title, after all, and the expectations for what you're getting should be realized the moment you see the price point. Still, it's got that Roblox or Minecraft kind of aesthetic that seems to resonate with people, one that is a surprisingly good fit for the silly and chaotic combat that you'll find in this game. Could it be better? Sure, but it's probably not necessary. The audio is really in the same camp. It's not great, but it doesn't have to be. The audio is very serviceable and might even rise to the point of good at points, but most players are there more for the action than for the ambient sounds. While neither the audio nor the visuals should sell you on this game, neither should be enough to scare you off.

Gameplay - 4

The gameplay in Clone Drone is probably the best part, but it's not actually all that polished. Instead, it is frantic and a little crazy, full of wild swings and even wilder results. In theory, a player could become so in tune with this game that he or she would be able to play it with a great deal of precision, but that would suck a great deal of fun out of the whole experience. The combat gets wild at times, but it never seems particularly unfair. Yes, there are bugs, and there are glitches, but it's hard to fault the game for them when most of them seem like part of the package. It's not fair to call this a button masher, but it is an arena combat game! Which is about frantically swinging around your swords as it is anything else.

Conclusion - Replayability - 4

Is Clone Drone in the Danger Zone a good game? By most objective standards, it is not. It is, however, a fun game for a certain type of player. If you like frantic combat, silly robots, or the ability to test yourself against endless waves of opponents, this game might be for you. Its never going to compete with some of the bigger games or with some of the better-made indies but you may well find a special place in your heart for this game!

Clone Drone in the Danger Zone is an imperfect arena fighter with a lot of heart.