Adventure Escape: Asylum

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"Adventure Escape: Asylum" is a single-player horror point-and-click game with intriguing story and good graphics. Players assume the role of Anna, a patient in a nightmarish asylum, who must escape and uncover the truth about her past while avoiding a deadly killer. As Anna's memories return, players uncover a mysterious connection between Anna and the asylum, with the help of a mysterious girl who may hold the key to Anna's survival.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews

story15 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features engaging puzzles that require logical thinking, making it both fun and challenging.
The storyline is interesting and keeps players engaged, with a good balance of mystery and entertainment.
The graphics are visually impressive, enhancing the overall experience of the game.

Some players find the puzzles to be too easy or not challenging enough, leading to a shorter gameplay experience.
Hints can sometimes be unhelpful or repetitive, causing frustration when players are stuck.
The game could benefit from more storyline elements to guide players through the puzzles and enhance immersion.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its interesting and suspenseful plotlines that enhance the overall experience. Many reviewers note the potential for deeper storytelling through additional elements like journal entries and dialogue, while also expressing a desire for longer gameplay and more action. Overall, the combination of engaging narratives and mid-level challenging puzzles contributes to a satisfying gaming experience.
- “I think this game had a great story, and great potential to be a great game if it were longer to play and had more action.”
- “Another incredible game that tells a horrifying yet beautiful story.”
- “Great story, very thought-driven.”
- “Asylum seems to add a bit of what I mentioned in my review for Cult Mystery that I would like to see, that is a little more to the story, such as journal entries you find, newspaper clippings, dialogue (skippable).”
- “Just some ideas on how to put more story in without forcing it on players, but those interested can get more.”
- “Some storyline to guide or hint you to the next puzzle would be helpful.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals, particularly in the depiction of a 19th-century abandoned insane asylum, which enhances the overall storytelling experience. Players appreciate the detailed environments and the way the graphics complement the engaging narrative, contributing to a creepy yet captivating atmosphere.
- “But the incredible appeal of this particular puzzle lies in two aspects -- its graphics and storytelling.”
- “Indeed, the incredible graphics of a 19th century abandoned insane asylum is stunning and truly visually impresses.”
- “I like the storyline, the graphics are great, I like the different rooms and I like that it makes sense to me!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization model is generally well-received, as players only encounter ads between levels and cannot exploit ad views for in-game rewards, instead requiring either gameplay or purchases to earn stars.
- “Another great part is that the only ads you watch are between levels.”
- “You can't cheat by watching a bunch of ads to get more stars; you either buy them or earn them by playing the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The music in the game is described as nice and soft, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some users have reported issues, such as a glitch preventing the music sheet from opening, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Nice soft music.”
- “I felt like I was just a music sheet; no matter how many strategic hints I followed, it wouldn't unlock. Was it a glitch?”
- “The music tracks are repetitive and lack variety, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
- “The sound mixing is off, and the music often drowns out important game sounds, which is frustrating.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a challenging mystery puzzle intertwined with a deeply touching narrative, culminating in a surprising and heart-wrenching revelation about the fate of the character Anna and the other involved characters.
- “Another challenging mystery puzzle with a truly touching story.”
- “The final unraveling of the mystery of what happened to Anna and who the other characters are is both surprising in its unexpectedness and heart-wrenching in its emotional depth.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it requires revisiting previously completed areas.
- “Having to go back through an area I've already completed gets tedious.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “Spending hours on the same tasks without any meaningful progress is incredibly frustrating.”