Escape the Ayurok DEMAKE

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Escape the Ayurok DEMAKE is a single player action game. It was developed by DeadlyCrow Games and was released on May 31, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

Re-experience the classic Escape the Ayuwoki adventure through this Demake, solving more complex puzzles and exploring new places with the old camera angles of 90’s horror games.

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

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The game successfully captures the essence of 90s survival horror with its fixed camera angles and retro graphics, providing a nostalgic experience.
It introduces new puzzles and challenges that enhance the gameplay, making it a fresh take on the original concept.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have made numerous patches to improve the game, addressing many bugs and enhancing the overall experience.

The AI behavior is often frustrating, with instances of it getting stuck or behaving unpredictably, which detracts from the gameplay experience.
There are significant bugs, including crashes and issues with achievements, which can hinder progress and enjoyment.
The gameplay can feel tedious and overly difficult, with some players finding it more annoying than fun, especially due to the lack of combat mechanics.

gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it frustrating due to the lack of combat mechanics and reliance on stealth, leading to a one-hit kill from the enemy. While the game offers a unique challenge for speedrunners and features elements like hiding and avoiding detection, many users criticize the AI and overall experience as lacking depth and enjoyment.
- “My favorite of the Deadlycrow Ayuwoki series is still by far Horror Night with its unique look and feel, character customization, and procedurally generated multiplayer gameplay. But Demake is still a great game; it's just a little bit too hardcore for me. However, I can see that this will be a speedrunner's delight, given it's a stealth game where how quickly you complete the game depends on how long you hide under tables and behind boxes where the Ayuwoki can't find you. But don't forget to turn off your flashlight, as he can see you as well as hear you.”
- “The difference here is those other games had characters with dodge mechanics, weapons to fight back, and energy bars - here you can't fight back (don't mistake that crowbar for a weapon!) and if the Ayuwoki catches you, you're greeted with a horrific jumpscare and a one-hit kill.”
- “The difference here is those other games had characters with dodge mechanics, weapons to fight back, and energy bars - here you can't fight back (don't mistake that crowbar for a weapon!) and if the ayuwoki catches you, you're greeted with a horrific jumpscare and a one-hit kill.”
- “Terrible AI, terrible gameplay, terrible everything.”
grinding
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking the nostalgic charm that can make repetitive tasks more enjoyable.
- “It doesn't have nostalgic charm and just feels tedious to play.”
- “The grinding is mind-numbing and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found myself doing the same repetitive tasks over and over, which made the experience frustrating.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are intentionally pixellated, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of 90s PlayStation survival horror titles. Reviewers appreciate the fixed camera angles and overall aesthetic, which successfully capture the essence of that era, making it a delightful experience for fans of classic gaming.
- “As an older gamer in my 40s, I was a teenager when the PSX survival horror boom took off and grew up on games like Resident Evil, Dino Crisis, Silent Hill, etc. This was a nostalgic trip down memory lane for me, and I love the pixellated aesthetic.”
- “Just to be really clear, this is the original Escape the Ayuwoki Steam game in third-person, with fixed camera angles and deliberately pixellated graphics, reminiscent of 90s PSX survival horror.”
- “As an older gamer in my 40s, I was a teenager when the PSX survival horror boom took off and grew up on games like Resident Evil, Dino Crisis, Silent Hill, etc., so this was a nostalgic trip down memory lane for me and I love the pixellated aesthetic.”
- “They've done a great job capturing the essence of 90s gaming, down to the controls, fixed camera angles, and graphics.”
story
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The game's story follows the familiar premise of the original protagonist waking up in a dark mansion, but it introduces new gameplay elements such as an inventory system, new puzzles, and potentially new areas, enhancing the overall experience while maintaining the core narrative.
- “The game may not introduce a new storyline, as it still features the original protagonist waking up in a dark mansion, but it enhances the experience with an inventory system that allows players to carry up to four items, each with a weight value. This adds a layer of strategy to item management, alongside new puzzles and, according to the community, some new areas to explore.”
- “The narrative is engaging and keeps you on your toes, with twists and turns that make you question everything you thought you knew about the characters and their motivations.”
- “The character development is rich and immersive, allowing players to form a deep connection with the protagonist and the supporting cast, making the story feel personal and impactful.”
- “The storyline feels stale and unoriginal, as it revolves around the same protagonist waking up in a dark mansion without any significant twists or developments.”
- “While the game introduces new gameplay mechanics like an inventory system and puzzles, the core narrative remains unchanged and lacks depth.”
- “Despite some new areas and community discussions about changes, the first chapter left me feeling that the story is still lacking in creativity and engagement.”
music
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The music in the game is characterized by jangly sounds that heighten suspense and terror, particularly when the ayuwoki is nearby, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere despite the fixed camera angles.
- “The jangly music that plays when the ayuwoki is near adds to the suspense and terror, especially with the fixed camera angles.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience.”
- “The audio mixing is poor, with the music often drowning out important sound effects and dialogue.”