Escape First

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"Escape First" is a virtual reality-optional game that transports players into a series of escape rooms. It features three different rooms, each with a unique theme and puzzles to solve. Players must work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and escape before time runs out. The goal is to escape as quickly as possible, with leaderboards to compare your times against other players.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 198 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

stability12 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and challenging experience, especially when played with friends.
The puzzles are varied, with some being clever and engaging, providing a good sense of accomplishment when solved.
The graphics and atmosphere are decent for the price, creating an immersive environment for escape room fans.

The controls are clunky and frustrating, particularly in VR, making simple tasks difficult to execute.
Many puzzles lack clarity and can feel illogical, leading to confusion and reliance on hints.
The game is short, with only three rooms that can be completed in under two hours, leaving little replay value.

graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
53%
16%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the aesthetic quality and attention to detail, while others criticize them as clunky, glitchy, and poorly implemented. While a few users find the visuals appealing for a budget title, many express disappointment, noting that the graphics feel outdated and reminiscent of games from decades past. Overall, the graphical experience is seen as inconsistent, with some enjoying the atmosphere and others feeling it detracts from the gameplay.
- “The graphics are lovely, the maps are designed with love to detail and the overall atmosphere also elevates the game further.”
- “I liked the riddles and the graphics are good.”
- “The graphics are great, the mood is on point, and 3 rooms in the price of 1, that's a win-win situation right here.”
- “It has a clunky interface, terrible graphics, and fairly weak puzzles.”
- “Its graphics and puzzles are worse than 'Myst', which came out almost 30 years ago.”
- “Graphics are glitchy and anti-aliasing is non-existent.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, such as items getting stuck and visual errors in certain areas. While some players found it enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus is that the game feels unfinished and in need of further polish.
- “The gameplay was riddled with bugs/glitches and many items did not interact in the way that they are clearly intended to.”
- “Aesthetically, this game looks good for a $6 game that supports VR, but the amount of bugs and glitches this game has makes it feel like it's still in beta testing.”
- “It's so buggy we couldn't finish the map.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, with many players noting that it primarily focuses on escape mechanics rather than a compelling narrative. While some casual players may find enjoyment in the gameplay, the absence of a substantial story or backstory leaves much to be desired. Overall, it seems that the game does not cater to those seeking an engaging storyline.
- “Nothing fancy, but you can dive into the story.”
- “Epic story.”
- “For a casual player looking for a fun escape story and creative map to play with friends, this was definitely not the game for it.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “There isn't really a story to be judged here, just escape, but a bit of backstory would be nice.”
- “Note that I haven’t played the last missions as my friends and I were too bored and annoyed to continue.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay of the game features a diverse range of puzzles and engaging mechanics, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere. However, it is marred by significant bugs and performance issues, including frame drops that detract from the experience. Additionally, players should not expect extensive playtime, as completing the available content can take as little as 2.5 hours, especially when played in co-op.
- “Escape First is a game with a large variety of great puzzles and rooms, great mechanics, and a great atmosphere.”
- “As I already said, the variety of puzzles is large; the puzzles are sometimes easy and sometimes really hard, and the overall gameplay is also great.”
- “Don't buy this game and expect 20 hours of gameplay; my friend and I duo'd it up on the puzzles and finished all three in less than 2.5 hours of total gameplay (don't forget this game only cost ~$6). Playing the puzzles solo would undoubtedly increase playtime by maybe an hour or two.”
- “The gameplay was riddled with bugs and glitches, and many items did not interact in the way that they are clearly intended to.”
- “I experienced huge frame drops on my plenty powerful PC, making the entire gameplay nauseating and uncomfortable.”
- “Don't buy this game and expect 20 hours of gameplay. My friend and I duo'd it up on the puzzles and finished all three in less than 2.5 hours of total gameplay. Playing the puzzles solo would undoubtedly increase playtime by maybe an hour or two.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The atmosphere in the game is generally praised for its unique and well-designed environments, contributing to an engaging experience. While the graphics and level design enhance the overall ambiance, some players note that the similarity of the puzzles can detract from the satisfaction of the atmosphere. Overall, the game successfully combines a captivating atmosphere with logical puzzles, keeping players entertained.
- “The environments of each room are interesting, unique, and have great atmospheres.”
- “Escape First is a game with a large variety of great puzzles and rooms, great mechanics, and a fantastic atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are lovely, the maps are designed with great attention to detail, and the overall atmosphere enhances the game experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it infinitely replayable, others feel it lacks real replay value despite being enjoyable for its low price. Overall, it seems to offer a fun experience that some would revisit, but not all players see it as worth multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “A great game for $5 - I would play again if someone could use a neuralyzer on me.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting its quality and effectiveness in enhancing the overall experience. The soundtrack is noted for being engaging and well-composed, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized, with users expressing a desire for performance updates to enhance the overall experience and make it more enjoyable.
- “Not exactly what I'd call optimized either.”
- “I'd like to see this game receive updates on performance so that in the future it can be as entertaining as it should be.”