1000 days to escape

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1000 days to escape is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Lemon Squeezy and was released on July 25, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"1000 Days to Escape" is a space arcade simulator where you must save humanity from a dying Earth with 1000 days of oxygen left. Using advanced technology, find and explore new planets for human habitation, ensuring all conditions for life are met. A dark premise presented with irony, players must manage resources and launch rockets to secure the future of humanity.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 368 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is simple yet fun, providing a casual and engaging experience.
Graphics are visually appealing and polished, enhancing the overall gameplay.
It's a great time-waster, perfect for short sessions and offers a decent challenge.

The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, leading to a loss of replayability.
There are minor bugs and issues with the user interface that can hinder the experience.
The game lacks depth and variety, making it feel basic and unengaging after a few plays.

gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
64%
12%
The gameplay is centered around scouting planets, purchasing equipment, and managing rocket launches, offering a polished yet simplistic experience that can be both relaxing and frustrating due to its repetitive nature and lack of tutorials. While some players appreciate the depth that emerges after overcoming initial challenges, many find the overall gameplay duration too short, typically lasting only 2-3 hours. Despite its innovative concept, the mechanics may feel basic and occasionally annoying, leading to mixed feelings about its value for the price.
- “Very good value for its price, all of the mechanics are polished and tailored to this short burst experience.”
- “When you figure out the game mechanics and once all the jokes and quirks sink in, you'll discover that the game features more depth to it than you may have initially thought.”
- “Has a fun and challenging gameplay to it.”
- “The gameplay is just scouting planets, buying equipment, loading stuff in rockets and shipping them off.”
- “However, there is no tutorial, the gameplay is very repetitive.”
- “Too short, too simple; it only challenges you by introducing annoying mechanics.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
37%
10%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for being polished, bright, and stylistically appealing, with many users appreciating the cartoonish art style. However, some players have reported significant graphical bugs that hinder gameplay, including menu glitches and visual inconsistencies. Overall, while the visuals are often described as beautiful and engaging, technical issues have impacted the experience for some users.
- “The graphics are super polished and bright without being over the top.”
- “Good game with nice concept and good graphics at a low price; it's a must-have for your collection.”
- “I really enjoyed the cartoonish graphics of this game.”
- “Unplayable graphical bug”
- “I have a graphical bug with all menus that makes them pop in and out of existence, making the game unplayable.”
- “The visuals keep glitching, which is really weird and makes it almost impossible to play the game.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
21%
The game features minimal storytelling, with players noting that the narrative is overshadowed by cumbersome menu navigation, making it difficult to track mission progress and manage resources effectively. Overall, the story is considered a minor aspect of the gameplay experience.
- “No story.”
- “A tiny bit of story.”
- “I can't see what's happening with my ships when I check the missions log or load up new ships again due to there being too many separate menus, which makes resource management harder.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
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The music in the game features a synth/futuristic style that many find enjoyable and soothing, though some note its repetitive nature can be a drawback. While the soundtrack is generally well-executed and not annoying, several users mention that it can be difficult to hear at times. Overall, the music is appreciated for its ambiance, despite some criticisms regarding its repetitiveness.
- “The music and sound effects are basic and best of all, not annoying.”
- “Its music is great, the idea behind it is awesome and executed brilliantly!”
- “- good soundtrack”
- “Music is too repetitive.”
- “I can't really hear the music most of the time, honestly.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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Reviews on grinding in the game vary significantly, with some players noting extensive grinding requirements, while others report minimal to no grinding at all. Overall, the experience ranges from needing a substantial time investment to enjoying a more streamlined progression.
- “Lots of grinding.”
- “Barely any grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There's lots of grinding involved.”
- “A bit of grinding is required.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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20%
The game offers a mix of replayability, with some players enjoying the randomization of planets and events that enhance the experience. However, others find the overall complexity lacking, leading to limited replay value despite its short and interesting gameplay. Overall, opinions are divided, with some praising its replay potential while others feel it ultimately falls short.
- “Some good replay value due to the random location of planets on the map and events that occur during a game session.”
- “It's a good game that has lots of replayability.”
- “Very short, replayable, and interesting game that suits its price.”
- “Conclusively, I feel guilty refunding the game, but this really has no replay value (let's not get into the 'infinite' possibilities where they are all basically the same).”
- “It's not very complex, so replayability is very limited.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its lightheartedness and cleverness, with some players appreciating the comedic elements, particularly in the end credits. However, there are mixed feelings, as some find the jokes unfunny and the overall engagement lacking. Overall, while the game has moments of humor, its effectiveness varies among players.
- “After seeing the stain you left on my perfect 100% successful launch record in the end credits, I knew you made it; you lot always had a sense of humor :)”
- “Funny game, short session (about 30 minutes), neat graphics.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable and offers good value, but users report significant stability issues, including frequent freezes and lag, particularly when approaching the 100-day mark. Additionally, there are problems with visibility when interacting with certain game elements, such as items in the rocket.
- “It's very fun, but as soon as you get to under 100 days, it freezes up, restarts the game, and is so laggy. When you put things in the rocket, you can't see them.”
- “A good relaxing title, good fun and value for your money, if a little buggy.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is described as polarizing, with some elements serving as strong atmosphere generators while others, like water, may feel less impactful. Overall, the experience can vary significantly depending on the player's interaction with these elements.
- “The atmosphere feels either completely immersive or utterly lacking, like an atmosphere generator or just plain water.”
- “The game swings between having a rich atmosphere and feeling completely empty, like it’s either an atmosphere generator or just water.”