Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: Nintendo 64
- Developers: Interplay Entertainment
- Publishers: Interplay Entertainment
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut (1998)
Get ready to crumble with this special edition of the world’s funniest fighting game! ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut is a director’s cut of the original Clay Fighter 63 1/3 game, containing many extras and enhancements.
Gameplay
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut is a 2D fighting game with a unique claymation art style. The game features 12 eccentric fighters, each with their own unique moves and abilities. The game also includes 4 additional clay combatants that are only found in this version.
The gameplay is fast-paced and chaotic, with a heavy emphasis on combos and juggling. The game’s controls are simple to learn, but difficult to master. Players must use a combination of punches, kicks, and throws to defeat their opponents.
Characters
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut features a cast of 12 quirky and memorable characters, including:
- Bonker: A caveman with a bone for a club.
- Blob: A gelatinous monster with the ability to stretch and deform his body.
- Blue Suede Goo: A singing, dancing Elvis impersonator made of blue goo.
- Earthworm Jim: A wisecracking earthworm with a rocket pack and a plunger gun.
- Hoppy: A kangaroo with boxing gloves.
- Ickybod Clay: A headless horseman with a pumpkin for a head.
- Lady Liberty: A living statue of the Statue of Liberty.
- Lockjaw: A dog with a metal jaw.
- Taffy: A stretchy and sticky taffy monster.
- Tiny: A tiny clay fighter with a big ego.
- T-Hoppy: A robotic version of Hoppy.
- High Five: A hand with a mind of its own.
New Features
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut includes a number of new features and enhancements over the original game, including:
- Additional characters: 4 new clay combatants are added to the roster, bringing the total number of playable characters to 16.
- Enhanced camera angle: The camera angle has been improved to stay put and see more details in the environment, which helps to improve fight control.
- Additional attacks: Original characters get additional attacks, providing an all-new experience.
- More snide remarks and barbed wit: The game’s dialogue has been expanded with even more snide remarks and barbed wit, which will have you crying from laughing so hard.
Reception
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut received mixed reviews upon release. Some critics praised the game’s unique art style, humor, and fast-paced gameplay, while others criticized the game’s repetitive levels and lack of depth. However, the game has since gained a cult following among fans of fighting games and claymation.
Legacy
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut is a unique and memorable fighting game that stands out from the crowd. The game’s quirky characters, over-the-top humor, and challenging gameplay make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Tips for Playing
Here are a few tips for playing ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut:
- Learn the combos: Each character has their own unique set of combos. It is important to learn these combos in order to maximize your damage output.
- Use the environment: The environment can be used to your advantage in ClayFighter. For example, you can throw opponents into walls or off of ledges.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment: ClayFighter is a game that encourages experimentation. Try out different characters and moves to find what works best for you.
Conclusion
ClayFighter: Sculptor’s Cut is a hilarious and unique fighting game that is a must-play for fans of the genre. With its quirky characters, over-the-top humor, and challenging gameplay, Sculptor’s Cut is a game that will keep you entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
7/10
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