Escape Space

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 14 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Escape Space" is a sci-fi mercenary shooter with 22 story missions and 3 distinct factions to align with. The Earth Military Conglomerate, Void Outlaws, and Quantum Riders each offer unique combat styles and weapons. In addition to the story missions, the game features endless procedurally generated contracts between missions. Your choices throughout the game have lasting consequences, adding an element of role-playing and strategy.

  • PC
  • Windows
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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Captures the essence of classic arcade shooters while adding modern gameplay elements.
  • Engaging risk versus reward mechanics with a variety of missions and customization options.
  • Well-crafted visuals and sound design, with a dedicated developer actively updating the game.
  • Some enemy designs may appear simplistic or unpolished compared to others.
  • The overheating system can take time to get used to, which may frustrate some players.
  • As an early access title, there may be limited content and features compared to a fully released game.
  • story10 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is characterized by a diverse range of mission types, including story mode missions that intersperse between contracts, offering players various challenges and plot twists. Users appreciate the creative design of enemy ships and the strategic choices involved in customizing equipment and factions, which enhance the overall narrative experience. Anticipation for more mission variety and complexity is high as players look forward to the full release.

    • “Throughout your career, you will have to make choices regarding mods, equipment, factions, and missions.”
    • “Lot of different missions (it's for me the most interesting part: variations), customizations, events, powers/weapons to play with and test!”
    • “I'm looking forward to more mission variety and challenging plot twists upon full release.”
    • “There's also story mode missions that will pop up now and then between contracts.”
    • “Throughout your career you will have to make choices, mods, equipment and also factions, missions...”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its surprising elements within the familiar shoot 'em up genre, featuring smooth mechanics and impressive visuals. Players appreciate the depth and excitement brought by risk versus reward mechanics, contributing to a polished experience that feels complete rather than like an early access title.

    • “I like this game because you think you know the gameplay (already seen a lot of 'shoot 'em up in space'), but here there are a lot of surprises.”
    • “I'm not a shoot 'em up player, but I really enjoyed this game. It's well crafted, the visuals and effects are great, and the gameplay is smooth.”
    • “The risk versus reward gameplay mechanics add depth and excitement.”
    • “It is not a broken early access with just 10 minutes of gameplay; it just felt like playing a finished game!”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their modern aesthetic, effectively blending old-school shoot 'em up elements with contemporary visuals and effects. Players appreciate the smooth gameplay and overall quality of the visuals, contributing to an enjoyable experience even for those unfamiliar with the genre.

    • “The visuals and sounds are pretty good.”
    • “I'm not a shoot'em up player, but I really enjoyed this game. It's well crafted, the visuals and effects are great, and the gameplay is smooth.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is well-received, complementing its modern aesthetic while appealing to fans of bullet hell and classic shoot 'em ups. Reviewers highlight the quality of the soundtrack as a notable feature.

    • “If you like bullet hell and old school shoot 'em ups but with a more modern aesthetic, check it out! The music is great, by the way.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the fast-paced action, making every moment feel intense and exhilarating.”
    • “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience and keeping me engaged.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game maintains strong stability even on lower power settings, allowing for extended playtime while on the go.

    • “Still runs great on lower power settings, allowing you to play on the go for longer, which is a bonus.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate even during intense action sequences, ensuring a smooth experience.”
    • “I've experienced minimal crashes or bugs, which really enhances the overall stability of the game.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it involves engaging farming mechanics and diverse enemies that require learning their patterns. Additionally, the variety in weaponry enhances the experience, making each playthrough feel distinct.

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