ESC/APE

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ESC/APE is a single player action game. It was developed by Vancouver Film School and was released on October 8, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

**A student team project designed to deliver a ~10 minute experience. ESC/APE throws you into the role of Abe, a genetically enhanced ape bred for combat and locked away in a sterile testing facility. After a lifetime of experiments, you’re finally given a chance to prove your worth, and the chance to break free! Master momentum and raw power in fast-paced, physics-driven combat. Slide und…

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Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

The vibrant art style and graphics create an engaging and immersive experience.
The game features fun and chaotic mechanics, making it enjoyable and dynamic to play.
Players appreciate the humor and creativity in the game, with many unique elements and easter eggs.

Some players found the textures to be subpar, which affected their enjoyment.
The game is considered too short by some, leaving them wanting more content.
Default video settings may be wobbly for some players, requiring adjustments for a better experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its fluid mechanics and enjoyable traversal, making movement engaging and satisfying. Players appreciate the seamless integration of destruction elements and find defeating enemies to be a rewarding experience. Overall, the game delivers a fun and dynamic gameplay experience.
- “Loved the mechanics for this game!”
- “Awesome game, super fluid gameplay and satisfying to defeat the enemies!”
- “The mechanics flow well together, especially with traversal.”
- “The combat system feels clunky and unresponsive, making battles frustrating.”
- “The level design is repetitive, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its chaotic and humorous gameplay, with players enjoying the comedic elements and clever easter eggs scattered throughout the environment. The attention to detail enhances the overall funny experience, making it a highly recommended title for those seeking laughter and fun.
- “Fantastic game! It's chaotic, crazy, and confusing, and it's funny. The chaos you create as you mash the pick-up and throw button and find interesting easter eggs, like putting on the dropped glasses, is incredibly well done. 10/10 experience!”
- “It's almost a shame that you can pick up so much speed, because every corner of the environment is packed with detail, building upon the humorous world that the developers have created.”
- “Loved all the little easter eggs and cosmetics everywhere. Great, cool, funny game. Totally recommend!”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its fun and engaging quality, complementing the vibrant visuals and playful gameplay elements like bouncing and colorful explosions. Overall, it enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable and lively.
- “The music is incredibly fun and adds a vibrant energy to the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the colorful visuals and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The upbeat tunes make every moment enjoyable, especially during the exciting gameplay sequences.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their fantastic art style, featuring vibrant visuals and colors that enhance engagement and immersion in the game.
- “Personally, I think this art style is just fantastic!”
- “The vibrant visual graphics and colors are something to write about because they keep you so engaged and immersed!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game effectively immerses them in the experience, evoking strong emotions and a sense of identity with the character, specifically feeling like they embody an ape.