Clergy Splode

About

You play as a priest who’s had enough of life’s problems and decides the only answer is to chuck bombs everywhere. Clergy Splode is a chaotic, top-down action game where you run around holy grounds setting off explosions to clear obstacles, defeat enemies, and generally cause controlled destruction. The controls are simple, move, throw, detonate, and the pace never lets up. Each level is a mix of platforming and demolition with a goofy sense of humor woven into the scenery and sound effects. The game leans into a retro aesthetic with bright pixel art and 8-bit style music. While it only takes about three hours to finish, the lack of polish in some areas might leave players wanting more depth. Still, it’s a quick, zany distraction with a cult following. It holds a 72% on Metacritic and 4.1/5 stars on Steam based on 1,200 reviews. Most players call it a quirky time-killer with charm that outshines its technical flaws.