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Escape from Mandrillia

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99%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
stability, story
99% User Score Based on 139 reviews

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Escape from Mandrillia is a single player and multiplayer survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by germanban and was released on September 15, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Escape from Mandrillia is a local asymmetric VR + PC horror game. A single player using the VR headset takes the role of a robot escaping an underground facility full of alien apes known as the Mandrillians. Up to 2 players at the computer can either help the VR player fight the Mandrillians, or control the Mandrillians themselves. VR vs PC LOCAL ASYMMETRIC HORRORVR GAMEPLAY On the VR side, the …

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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 139 reviews
gameplay11 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • Escape From Mandrillia offers a highly polished and immersive VR experience with great animations, visuals, and sound design, creating a tense atmosphere.
  • The game features extensive customization options and various modes, including co-op and PvP, making it highly replayable and enjoyable with friends.
  • The developer is actively engaged with the community, providing regular updates and support, which enhances the overall experience.
  • The game has a steep learning curve, especially for new VR players, which may lead to initial frustration and awkward interactions.
  • Currently, the game lacks online multiplayer options, limiting play to local or remote play, which may not be ideal for all players.
  • Some mechanics, such as item grabbing and movement controls, can feel clunky and unintuitive, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a well-crafted blend of survival mechanics, resource management, and tactical decision-making, offering a fun and engaging experience for both VR and non-VR players. While the VR gameplay shines with its depth and variety of mechanics, the non-VR experience is noted to be less compelling. Players appreciate the customization options and the balance between the two sides, though some mechanics, like the force pickup, could use improvement for a smoother experience.

    • “Survival gameplay is layered with resource management and tactical decision-making.”
    • “The whole thing is balanced and fair, and there are like a million settings that let you tune the gameplay pretty much however you want.”
    • “Def one of the best asymmetrical VR games at the moment, plenty of cool and niche mechanics that can all be combined differently to form almost any play style, guns-blazing with C4 and landmines, sneaky slow with cameras and radars, one of the best experiences in VR I have had in a while.”
    • “Oh, and improve the force pickup mechanic... that just isn't reliable to use in its current state.”
    • “Maybe that can be an additional setting/mechanic added eventually, but for now it's anti-climactic to die over and over just to get one kill, even though they're the big scary monster!”
    • “In terms of complaints/feedback (besides the improvements you've already planned on): using the mandrillia is a bit confusing when you first start, figuring out how the attacking and the smelling mechanic worked took a while and I still don't know what the power-ups are.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their polish, impressive animations, and well-executed environments and lighting, creating a gritty industrial sci-fi aesthetic that enhances the VR experience. Reviewers note the top-notch level design and artwork, suggesting that the visuals are competitive with AAA titles, while also appreciating the fresh aesthetic and layout.

    • “Great game, very polished, great animations and visuals, well done environment and lighting.”
    • “The level design and graphics are top-notch, and the concept is outstanding.”
    • “The graphics do make me think of Lethal Company, though just not as edgy.”
    • “Visually, the game embraces a gritty, industrial sci-fi aesthetic that works particularly well in VR.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere, particularly in VR, is highly praised for creating a tense and immersive experience without being overly frightening. Reviewers highlight the effective integration of VR elements, which enhances the overall ambiance and gameplay, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The game (when played in VR) is really quite atmospheric.”
    • “Besides the fundamentals of what the game is, what I like most is the atmosphere and how well the VR integration works; it's a tricky thing to get right and you've managed it very well!”
    • “Between the atmosphere and the gameplay, it makes for a pants-crappingly tense experience.”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke laughter through absurd scenarios, such as players feeling like both a covert operative and a helpless baby. Users appreciate the game's quick shifts between hilarity and horror, creating a dynamic and entertaining experience that is perfect for playing with friends. Overall, the game's comedic elements contribute significantly to its enjoyment.

    • “We live in an alternate universe where one VR game in the span of a few minutes can make you feel like John Wick, a covert operative, and (mainly) a little baby running for your life from your friends who are laughing just outside of the headset.”
    • “I bought this game with the full intention of playing for a quick session with some friends and laughing at it, but was I wrong!”
    • “Make your scary mandrill friend feel like a scary beast one second, then die hilariously the next moment.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability is a standout feature of the game, bolstered by extensive customization options and frequent updates that enhance the experience. Players appreciate its unique approach to asymmetric VR horror, which fosters genuine tension and creativity, making it a highly replayable title. With the potential for future map expansions, the game's content and replayability offer exceptional value for money.

    • “Replayability is one of the game’s strongest qualities thanks to its extensive customization options.”
    • “For players seeking a multiplayer experience that goes beyond scripted scares and leans into genuine tension, creativity, and replayability, it offers one of the most distinctive and memorable takes on asymmetric VR horror available on Steam.”
    • “The amount of content and replayability for the money is ridiculous.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers praise the character development in the game for its exceptional modeling and design, highlighting the passion and skill of the developers. The integration of characters with the game's mechanics enhances the overall VR experience, making it stand out among AAA titles.

    • “The character development in this game is truly remarkable, showcasing a deep and engaging narrative that keeps players invested in the story.”
    • “Each character feels unique and well-crafted, with their own backstories and motivations that add layers to the gameplay experience.”
    • “The progression system allows for meaningful choices that impact character growth, making every decision feel significant and rewarding.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users appreciate the game's stability, noting that recent updates have improved performance and reduced bugs. However, some players have experienced issues with multiplayer functionality, indicating that while the game is generally stable, there are still occasional bugs when playing with friends.

    • “Was really fun with friends, but playing together was buggy.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, with one user noting that it has led to unexpected emotional breakdowns in public settings, highlighting its profound impact on their feelings.

    • “Now every time I see a monkey at the zoo, I have an emotional breakdown in front of everyone.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The user does not provide any relevant information about the game's story, instead sharing a personal anecdote about accessing power and Wi-Fi. Therefore, there is no summary to be made regarding the story aspect.

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Escape from Mandrillia is a survival survival game with horror theme.

Escape from Mandrillia is available on PC, Virtual Reality, Windows, Oculus Quest and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Escape from Mandrillia.

Escape from Mandrillia was released on September 15, 2025.

Escape from Mandrillia was developed by germanban.

Escape from Mandrillia has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Escape from Mandrillia is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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