Alien Escape

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Alien Escape is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by NoFuel Games and was released on July 18, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Think in 360 degrees in Alien Escape to solve challenges a dark tower offers. You are a group of aliens that were kidnapped and jailed. To escape you have to solve puzzles where you have to do more than just jumping and running! Change your gravity and manipulate different objects in each room. Gravity, fire, water and a lot more will challenge you so much, you have to think around the corner!

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Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

The game features clever and innovative mechanics that keep the puzzles fresh and engaging.
It offers a good balance of challenge, with levels that gradually increase in difficulty, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels.
The art style and humor in the cutscenes add charm to the overall experience, making it a delightful puzzle platformer.

The keyboard controls are awkward, particularly the use of the X and Y keys, making it difficult to play without a controller.
The lack of options for rebinding keys and a basic options menu detracts from the overall user experience.
Some players found the game repetitive due to the similar visual themes and music across levels.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a variety of engaging puzzles and innovative mechanics that evolve as players progress, keeping the experience fresh and addictive. While the graphics and interface are basic, the clever design allows for a smooth learning curve, introducing new challenges and mechanics that encourage creative problem-solving. Players appreciate the balance of fun and frustration, particularly when aiming for higher scores, though many express a desire for more levels and increased difficulty.
- “The graphics and interface are very basic, but the gameplay is satisfyingly addictive, keeping you engaged puzzle after puzzle.”
- “The rooms start easy enough, but the game quickly adds more and more mechanics, such as boxes that move around and platforms that quickly degrade and disappear.”
- “It's a very clever puzzle game where you are nicely introduced to the mechanics, using rotation to solve the puzzles.”
- “The rooms start easy enough but the game quickly adds more and more mechanics to it, such as boxes that are going to move around and platforms that quickly degrade and disappear.”
- “Initially, I thought the game concept (rotating the level to get a key to open a door) might wear out after a while; however, with progress, the game gets more and more different game mechanics which often made me rethink my approaches.”
- “Over time, more mechanics are added to dive deeper and deeper into these and create new cool combinations.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their charm and creativity, featuring an adorable art style that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users note that the graphics and interface can be quite basic, which contrasts with the addictive and challenging nature of the puzzles. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal, despite some mixed opinions on their complexity.
- “The graphics are awesome and the levels become harder and harder.”
- “Lovely art style.”
- “Story & artwork are adorable.”
- “The graphics and interface are very basic, but the gameplay is satisfyingly addictive, keeping you engaged puzzle after puzzle.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game particularly effective, highlighting that the cutscenes deliver a strong comedic impact.
- “The cutscenes are incredibly funny and always leave me in stitches.”
- “The humor in the dialogue is sharp and witty, making every interaction enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create hilarious moments.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its innovative ideas, complementing the overall graphics and sound effects effectively.
- “The music is fantastic, adding depth and emotion to the gameplay experience.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly well-composed, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
- “The variety of music tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging throughout.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story and artwork are charming, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, though players find the gameplay can be frustrating, particularly when striving for a perfect score.
- “The story and artwork are adorable, creating a charming atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The gameplay is both fun and utterly frustrating, especially when striving for three stars!”