Cube Escape: Case 23

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Cube Escape: Case 23 is the fifth episode of the Cube Escape series, where you play as Detective Dale Vandermeer, investigating the strange death of a woman. Collect all evidence, analyze findings, and travel to a mysterious location to unlock the gateway to Rusty Lake. This immersive game is a captivating addition to the Rusty Lake story, slowly unraveling its mysteries one step at a time. Follow the developer @rustylakecom for updates on the series.

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,059 reviews

story68 positive mentions

monetization13 negative mentions

The game features an intriguing storyline that keeps players engaged throughout.
The puzzles are challenging yet manageable, providing a satisfying experience.
The art style and atmosphere create a creepy and immersive environment.

Chapter 4 has a frustrating time limit that can lead to an endless loop if players fail multiple times.
Some players experience graphical glitches, such as black backgrounds, making it difficult to progress.
Certain puzzles, like the slide puzzle, can be overly challenging and detract from the overall enjoyment.

story
136 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
48%
2%
The game's story is widely praised for its engaging, creepy, and intricate narrative that unfolds throughout the gameplay, often requiring players to piece together elements from previous installments in the series. While many players appreciate the unique atmosphere and well-crafted plot, some have noted issues with pacing and clarity, particularly in the final chapters, where glitches can disrupt the experience. Overall, the storyline is considered a standout feature, captivating players with its depth and connection to the broader Rusty Lake universe.
- “The story is creepy and engaging, and the puzzles are challenging and well thought out.”
- “The game's storyline is phenomenal, 100 marks to it.”
- “The creative and interesting story along with the amazing art and mechanics make this game stand out.”
- “The only thing is that the story isn't really fleshed out.”
- “The puzzles don't make any logical sense sometimes, the story doesn't flow well and is erratic, and the grammar is sub par.”
- “I quit without trying to finish for this reason, and even if I miss an element of the overall story, I can't be bothered with the walkthrough for this part.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
36%
6%
The graphics in the game series are widely praised for their intriguing art style, beautiful visuals, and atmospheric design, which enhance the overall experience alongside the engaging story and challenging puzzles. While many players appreciate the aesthetic quality and creativity, some have reported technical issues, such as graphical bugs that detract from gameplay. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout in the genre.
- “The perfect combination of spooky music and chilling visuals along with challenging puzzles keeps you on your toes.”
- “Amazing graphics, sounds, and ingenious puzzles, just as expected from the Rusty Lake team.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the puzzles are challenging, but not too hard.”
- “Game play is good, but lacks in the graphics department.”
- “With the graphics that makes it impossible to play on my device.”
- “Hi, I really love this game but there is something wrong with its graphics so that I can't even see the symbols and clues... my phone is Xiaomi Redmi 3.”
monetization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
59%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with many users appreciating the absence of ads, which is increasingly rare in mobile games. However, some players report issues with disruptive ads that can reset progress, leading to frustration and even uninstallation. Overall, while the game is praised for its fun puzzles and lack of microtransactions, the inconsistency in ad experience has drawn mixed feedback.
- “Great puzzle game with no microtransactions.”
- “Challenging but fun and most importantly no ads.”
- “No ads just a lot of fun puzzles and an interesting story!”
- “I paid for the removal of ads too, so I'm disappointed.”
- “Ads start popping up incessantly after a while; their other games are better.”
- “Unable to end the game: ads are popping up and always resetting the puzzles.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and suspenseful qualities, effectively enhancing the eerie visuals and challenging puzzles. Many users appreciate its resemblance to the iconic soundtrack of "Twin Peaks," which adds to the overall horror experience. However, some players express a desire for longer musical cues during critical moments and wish the game would remember their sound settings.
- “The perfect combination of spooky music and chilling visuals along with challenging puzzles keeps you on your toes.”
- “The music is brilliantly atmospheric and will keep you on edge as you figure your way out and escape!”
- “The atmosphere created by the art and music marries perfectly with the surreal narrative.”
- “The music was perfect for what was happening, but just a few more seconds would have been helpful for the cabin chapter.”
- “After 3 chapters, you would expect the last chapter to put it all together, but then... you have like 30 seconds to speedrun the riddles in chapter 4 while some damn annoying music is torturing you... what the hell?”
- “I do wish these apps would remember my sound and music choices; sometimes the music comes back on and I didn't even close the app!”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
7%
20%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging puzzles, creative mechanics, and captivating atmosphere, making it a standout experience. However, some players noted issues such as a short time limit in the final chapter and occasional glitches that can hinder gameplay. Overall, the game strikes a balance between challenge and enjoyment, with many appreciating its quirky and immersive storyline.
- “The atmosphere, mechanics, story...everything is brilliantly puzzling, quirky and creepy.”
- “Amazing game, not too hard to give you a headache but enough to have a nice gameplay.”
- “Great gameplay, with aesthetic scenarios, awesome puzzles and a lovely creepy story behind them.”
- “I think I encountered a glitch; the background of every single one of the room walls was completely black, which didn't really mess with the gameplay until the end of the first act when I couldn't make out the pattern made by the black flies against the black background.”
- “Gameplay, storyline, overall.”
- “Affect the gameplay in any major ways.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
15%
21%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its creepiness and suspense, with many reviewers noting its unique blend of eerie art and haunting music that enhances the overall experience. The games are described as dark and mysterious, contributing to an oppressive yet engaging environment that complements the quirky and puzzling narratives. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, making it a compelling aspect of the series.
- “This one is creepier than the rest but still atmospheric and suspenseful in the way all Rusty Lake games are.”
- “The atmosphere, mechanics, story...everything is brilliantly puzzling, quirky, and creepy.”
- “The atmosphere and story have 'Twin Peaks' written all over it.”
- “Such a creepy and mysterious atmosphere all around, especially the last episode.”
- “The atmosphere created by the art and music marries perfectly with the surreal narrative(s).”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players report experiencing significant glitches, particularly in specific chapters, others have noted that their gameplay was largely smooth with no major issues. Overall, it appears that while the game has potential stability problems, many players can still enjoy it without encountering severe bugs.
- “I really like this game, but there's a bug that freezes in chapter 3 and forces crashes.”
- “I love Rusty Lake games, but there have been so many glitches lately that cause you to not be able to play.”
- “The game gets a bit buggy when I try putting the flies in the fish bowl, so I have to continuously restart it.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a clever and mature perspective, blending surreal elements with a creepy yet funny tone. Players appreciate the smart and unexpected comedic moments that arise from the game's unique puzzles and animation, making for an engaging and entertaining experience.
- “They are clever, frightening, and have a mature perspective (as well as a humorous surreality) that most games lack.”
- “Very smart and funny.”
- “I actually found myself laughing several times in the cube series.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be highly emotional and immersive, praising its ability to evoke strong feelings and a sense of intelligence despite moments of confusion. The addictive nature of the gameplay enhances the overall emotional experience, making it memorable and impactful.
- “I loved the vibe and how it made me feel.”
- “Wow, I can't believe a game can be so addictive and emotional.”
- “10/10 made me feel quite smart... and dumb. 😅”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and demanding, often requiring significant patience to progress.
- “Tedious, requires a lot of patience.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
- “It takes too long to progress, making the game feel like a chore.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game highly replayable due to its challenging puzzles and hidden secrets, encouraging multiple playthroughs to fully experience its content.
- “The challenging puzzles and hidden secrets make this game incredibly replayable.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, keeping the experience fresh.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes encourages multiple runs to explore every possibility.”

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