Escape the Ayuwoki

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 576 reviews
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"Escape the Ayuwoki" is a horror-survival game where players must evade the stalking presence of the Ayuwoki, a creepy creature with glowing eyes. The game is set in a large, maze-like apartment complex, and players must solve puzzles and avoid the Ayuwoki to escape. With a mysteriously dark atmosphere and unpredictable AI, "Escape the Ayuwoki" offers a challenging and thrilling experience for horror game enthusiasts.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 576 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
stability16 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and entertaining horror experience, combining humor with scares, especially with the character of Ayuwoki.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are well-designed, contributing to a creepy and immersive environment.
  • Players appreciate the challenge of the puzzles and the thrill of being chased, making it a fun game to play with friends.
  • The AI behavior can be frustratingly inconsistent, often leading to unfair deaths and making gameplay tedious.
  • Many players report technical issues, including crashes, bugs, and poor performance, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The lack of a tutorial and clear objectives can leave players feeling lost and confused about how to progress in the game.
  • gameplay35 mentions

    The gameplay of "Escape the Ayuwoki" is a mixed bag, featuring a blend of unique mechanics like sound-based monster detection and varied environments, but marred by clunky controls, predictable scares, and frustrating AI behavior. While some players appreciate the challenge and depth offered by different endings and routes, many criticize the repetitive fetch-quest style and lack of meaningful engagement, leading to a generally uninspired experience. Overall, the game has potential but often falls short due to its execution and design choices.

    • “Escape the Ayuwoki is a horror game that initially gained attention for its unique concept and gameplay mechanics.”
    • “This added depth to the gameplay and engaged players in a more immersive experience.”
    • “If you like challenging first-person stealth survival horror games, you'll really enjoy this, and although I struggled during my first playthrough (this game is hard), once I got the hang of the mechanics, I had a blast.”
    • “Next, the gameplay is clunky and uninspired.”
    • “With its abysmal graphics, uninspired gameplay, ineffective scares, broken AI, and lack of any meaningful story, it's a prime example of what a horror game should not be.”
    • “Now in terms of the actual gameplay, when I watched it years ago it looked quite spooky, but honestly I only found it scary for the first 15 minutes. When you constantly are exposed to the monster, he constantly kills you and sets you back to the last checkpoint, and you realize there is really no penalty for dying besides wasting your time; it becomes tiring to say the least.”
  • story32 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it intriguing and well-integrated through exploration and collectibles, while others criticize it for being thin, rushed, or practically nonexistent. Many reviews highlight a lack of depth and character development, leading to a sense of aimlessness, though a few appreciate the unique lore and potential for a more engaging narrative. Overall, the storytelling quality varies significantly, impacting players' overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “The plot is quite cryptic, but is revealed incrementally by finding cassette recorders around the mansion, or by accessing the video files and photos from the TV monitoring room.”
    • “The story is also pretty interesting and it has a lot of good lore for you to find.”
    • “This game's rating is at least a 7/10 for its interesting story and level designs.”
    • “The game's story is practically nonexistent, leaving players wandering aimlessly without any real purpose or motivation.”
    • “The 'story' felt rushed as they didn't have much of a story.”
    • “Lack of depth: while the initial demos showcased an intriguing premise, the final release may have fallen short in terms of storytelling and character development.”
  • graphics18 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the diverse and polished visuals, effective lighting, and atmospheric design, while others criticize the low-quality graphics and technical issues that detract from the experience. Overall, many agree that while the graphics have potential and contribute positively to the horror atmosphere, they are often undermined by execution flaws and performance issues.

    • “The game offers quite diversified and well-polished graphics with different atmospheres for an independent game, and the textures, lighting, and particle effects are pretty good.”
    • “Very scary, picks up your mic if you talk, and the graphics are totally fire.”
    • “I would recommend this game because of its graphics, its juicy storyline, and its overall experience.”
    • “First and foremost, the graphics are atrocious.”
    • “I understand that not every horror game needs to be a visual masterpiece, but 'Escape the Ayuwoki' takes low-quality graphics to a whole new level.”
    • “It's a shame because the graphics and setting are there, but everything else is lacking, especially quality control (in chapter ?, you can look out of the windows and see the nearby rooms floating into the void).”
  • stability16 mentions

    The stability of "Escape the Ayuwoki" has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, performance issues, and various glitches that hinder gameplay. Many users have experienced problems such as freezing, disappearing saves, and erratic AI behavior, making the game at times unplayable. While some acknowledge the game's fun elements, the overall consensus points to significant stability issues that detract from the experience.

    • “My computer freezes and the program has to shut down.”
    • “Technical issues: players reported encountering technical issues and bugs in the final release of Escape the Ayuwoki, such as performance problems and glitches.”
    • “Buggy game, with each reinstall I have on this game it gets more and more bugs. First it started off with the mic not being detected, then it started with crashing, then mouse sensitivity not working and being very slow, and now I'm onto the part where my saves mysteriously disappear into thin air.”
  • humor15 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as a blend of funny and scary elements, with players enjoying the comedic aspects alongside the tension. Many find the character interactions and situations hilarious, particularly the "smooth criminal" mode, though some feel that certain gimmicks lose their charm over time. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with horror, creating a unique and entertaining experience.

    • “This game is funny and scary at the same time; this is a 5-star for me.”
    • “And the meme-play is hilarious to boot.”
    • “Very funny game, but also scary as well!”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the game draws heavily from Michael Jackson's iconic tracks, particularly "Beat It" and "Smooth Criminal," creating a nostalgic and immersive experience. Players appreciate the effective use of sound to enhance tension and atmosphere, with jump scares and a haunting soundtrack that keeps them on edge. Overall, the incorporation of Jackson's music not only elevates the gameplay but also resonates with fans, making it a memorable aspect of the game.

    • “In conclusion, 'Beat It' remains an enduring masterpiece by Michael Jackson that showcases his versatility as an artist and his ability to create music with a lasting impact.”
    • “Its fusion of genres, powerful message, and memorable guitar solo make it a quintessential piece in the history of pop music.”
    • “I like the background music and I would recommend this game to other players!”
    • “You will also constantly hear a soundtrack reminiscent of 'Smooth Criminal', and all the audio feedback is terrifying.”
    • “When I load up the game, it goes to a black screen but I can still hear the music.”
    • “This game had me playing Michael Jackson's songs and screaming to the possessed Michael.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The game features a well-crafted and diverse atmosphere, enhanced by polished graphics, effective lighting, and sound design that create a captivating and eerie experience. While it successfully builds tension and suspense, some players feel that the reliance on jump scares detracts from the overall atmospheric immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its creepiness and ability to keep players engaged, though it may lean too heavily on sudden frights.

    • “The game offers quite diversified and well-polished graphics with different atmospheres for an independent game, and the textures, lighting, and particle effects are pretty good.”
    • “The game's initial demos showcased an eerie atmosphere and an intriguing premise that captivated players.”
    • “The game effectively utilized atmospheric elements, such as dim lighting, unsettling sounds, and sudden appearances of the ayuwoki, to keep players on edge.”
    • “A horror game should have atmosphere along with the jump scares, but it felt like it was all jump scares.”
    • “The atmosphere is pretty creepy as well!”
    • “Spoops and atmosphere are solid.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Players have reported significant technical issues and bugs in "Escape the Ayuwoki," including performance problems and glitches, indicating that optimization needs considerable improvement. While the art and sound design received praise, many users expressed dissatisfaction with the game's overall optimization and settings, suggesting that fixes are necessary before considering additional content.

    • “Players reported encountering technical issues and bugs in the final release of Escape the Ayuwoki, such as performance problems and glitches.”
    • “I'll hold off on buying the DLC until they fix at least the AI and the performance issues.”
    • “The art and sound design are great, the gameplay is okay, the story is thin, the voice acting is mediocre, and the optimization, settings, and instructions have considerable room for improvement.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Many users find the grinding aspect of the game excessively tedious, with some suggesting it requires an unrealistic time commitment, leading to a low completion rate for the final chapter. Despite this, there are still a number of positive reviews, which raises questions about the overall enjoyment versus the grind.

    • “I find it impossible to explain how there are so many positive reviews when the game is so tedious to play and literally only 6% of the users decided to finish the final chapter.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development in the game has been criticized for its lack of depth, with many players feeling that the final release did not live up to the promising storytelling hinted at in the initial demos.

    • “Lack of depth: while the initial demos showcased an intriguing premise, the final release may have fallen short in terms of storytelling and character development.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack the growth that would make their journeys compelling.”
    • “Despite the potential for rich backstories, the game fails to explore the characters' motivations and relationships in a meaningful way.”
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