Dreamcage Escape

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Dreamcage Escape is a single player action game. It was developed by Big Loop Studios and was released on November 16, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dreamcage Escape is a physics-based puzzle game where players must escape from a series of challenging levels by manipulating objects and solving complex puzzles. With a striking visual style and clever gameplay mechanics, players must use their problem-solving skills and spatial awareness to navigate through a variety of obstacles and unlock the door to freedom. As players progress through the game, they'll encounter increasingly difficult puzzles that will test their creativity and intellect.

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Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

story4 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The puzzles are inventive and provide a satisfying challenge without being excessively difficult.
The game features beautiful graphics and a pleasant atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
It's a short but enjoyable escape game that offers a variety of puzzles and engaging gameplay.

Achievements are broken and have been reported as an ongoing issue, detracting from the overall experience.
Players may encounter frustrating mechanics, such as unresponsive controls and unclear clickable areas.
The game lacks a proper ending, simply concluding with a 'thanks for playing' message, which can be disappointing.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simple and lacking depth, while others appreciate its unique and touching elements. The narrative is primarily conveyed through scattered notes, creating an atmospheric but sometimes unclear experience, particularly regarding the player's purpose and the significance of in-game items like gold coins. Overall, while the graphics and puzzles are praised, many players express a desire for a more developed storyline and a proper conclusion.
- “The story is captivating, and after reading one of the previous comments that this game is a continuation of a previous game called Escape from 26, the story became clearer after playing the first game.”
- “I love the point 'n click 2D handmade style, and the story was unique and touching!”
- “You operate various mechanisms and solve puzzles to reach 15 locations on the two towers, uncovering clues to the towers' backstory as you progress.”
- “And the game wasn't clear on the purpose of the gold coins; it turns out you need them to continue the story. I found out the hard way, getting locked out of the last chapter until I had collected 40 of them.”
- “The deserted locations have a certain atmosphere, and the grim story is told through scattered notes, but a simple 'thanks for playing' message at the end instead of a proper conclusion was a bit disappointing.”
- “The story is weird, which wouldn't be bad in itself, but your purpose in the fictional world (or your identity) never becomes clear.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
15%
14%
Overall, the graphics in the game receive positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful art style and atmospheric visuals that enhance the gameplay experience. While some mention minor inconsistencies, the majority agree that the graphics are well-executed and contribute significantly to the enjoyment of the puzzles. The game's aesthetic is often highlighted as a standout feature, making it visually appealing and engaging.
- “The graphics are very well done.”
- “Nice art and graphics, they provide an interesting feeling and atmosphere.”
- “Beautiful graphics, minimal storyline, lots of different settings and original puzzles.”
- “Some of the graphics are iffy and the game isn't long enough, but the puzzles are fun to figure out.”
- “If you like this game, I recommend Doors: Paradox as it is a more graphically enhanced version of a similar concept.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players noting it as good and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users expressed a desire for more customizable audio options, such as volume settings.
- “Good music.”
- “Good graphics and pleasant music.”
- “The puzzles are challenging and for the most part quite clever, with a good music track and a strange, enjoyable atmosphere that made me miss it when I finished it.”
- “Besides windowed mode and level selection, there are toggles for sound and music, but no volume settings.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is primarily derived from its quirky hint system, which users find amusing, although the overall experience is marred by broken achievements.
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, especially the quirky hint system that always manages to make me chuckle.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its achievements, even if they are a bit broken!”
- “The witty dialogue and hilarious scenarios keep me laughing throughout my gameplay experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its deserted locations, compelling art and graphics, and a haunting musical score, creating an engaging and immersive experience. However, some players found the lack of a proper conclusion disappointing, despite the intriguing storytelling conveyed through scattered notes. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both interesting and memorable, leaving a lasting impression.
- “The deserted locations have a certain atmosphere, and the grim story is told through scattered notes.”
- “Nice art and graphics; they provide an interesting feeling and atmosphere.”
- “A good music track and a strangely captivating atmosphere made me miss it when I finished it.”
- “The deserted locations have a certain atmosphere, and the grim story is told through scattered notes, but a simple 'thanks for playing' message at the end instead of a proper conclusion was a bit disappointing.”
- “The game tries to create a haunting atmosphere, but it often falls flat due to repetitive environments and lackluster sound design.”
- “While the visuals aim for a dark and eerie vibe, the overall atmosphere feels disjointed and fails to immerse the player in the experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the emotional depth of the game, praising its unique and touching story, which is enhanced by the charming handmade 2D art style.
- “I love the point-and-click 2D handmade style, and the story was unique and touching!”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making the experience unforgettable.”
- “I was moved to tears by the storyline; it beautifully captured the complexities of human emotions.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The gameplay features unique mechanics that allow players to watch videos for assistance on puzzles, complemented by appealing graphics. While the puzzles are not overly simplistic, the main challenge lies in the interaction mechanics rather than the puzzles themselves.
- “The game has unique mechanics that allow you to watch a video for every puzzle you get stuck on.”
- “Nice graphics and solid mechanics.”
- “The puzzles weren't blatantly easy, which is always a plus, but the biggest challenge came from the mechanics used to interact with the puzzles.”
- “The game has strange mechanics where you can watch a video for every puzzle you get stuck on.”
- “The puzzles weren't blatantly easy, which is always a plus, but the biggest challenge didn't seem to come from figuring them out, but from the mechanics used to interact with the puzzles.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks significant replayability, as players feel that once they have completed all levels and collected all items, there is little incentive to play again. However, many still find value in the initial experience, appreciating it as a pleasant and affordable way to spend an evening.
- “I'm not sure that there's replay value for me (cleared all the levels and got all the coins on the first run through), but I'm glad I bought the game - it wasn't expensive and was a reasonable amount for a very pleasant chill evening.”
- “I wouldn't consider it replayable.”