Escape the Ayuwoki
- November 26, 2019
- DeadlyCrow Games
"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.
Reviews
- The game has a unique art style that many players appreciate, reminiscent of Tim Burton's work.
- The concept of the game, including the multiplayer aspect and the ability to play as the monster, has great potential for fun experiences with friends.
- The developers are responsive to player feedback and are expected to improve the game over time.
- The game suffers from severe bugs and glitches, making it nearly unplayable in its current state.
- There is a lack of players, leading to long wait times for matches and difficulty in finding games.
- The gameplay is unbalanced, with the monster having a significant advantage over survivors, making it frustrating for players.
- graphics9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising its unique art style reminiscent of Tim Burton's work and character customization options. However, some players criticize the overall quality, describing it as "crummy" and lacking modern features like RTX support, which detracts from their experience. Overall, while the artistic direction appeals to some, it may not resonate with all players, particularly those seeking high-end graphical fidelity.
“I just wanted to say how much I really liked this game; the character customization is really dope, and the art style of the game looks unique!”
“I love the art style of the game; it reminds me of Tim Burton's work, so that's a huge plus.”
“The art style is fantastic, but I appreciate it might not be everyone's taste in a horror game.”
“The original Escape the Ayuowoki was terrifying, but this game is like a cartoon. The music is lame, and it's stuck in a third-person perspective with an ugly art style reminiscent of Sea of Thieves. What were the creators thinking making this game?”
“The graphics of this game are crummy and cannot even run RTX. How am I supposed to get shaders on this game? I need to run RTX on every single game I play, and every game has RTX, which allows me to play with shaders. I simply cannot play a game without RTX.”
“The art style and concept, which are shared by other games of this kind, are the biggest draw, but they still fall short of expectations.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by players. While many acknowledge that it is in early access and express optimism for future fixes, the instability can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. Overall, players appreciate the game's potential and fun factor but are eager for improvements in stability.
“It's buggy as hell.”
“The game looks good, but it has a lot of glitches.”
“I would be lying if I said this game wasn't a buggy mess, but it's in early access and it literally came out today.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a divide in player experience, with some finding the new mechanics detrimental and suggesting a return to the original game's mechanics for improved playability. Others appreciate the blend of classic elements and new features, deeming the game a worthwhile purchase despite its multiplayer feel. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a mix of nostalgia and innovation, but opinions vary significantly on its execution.
“Overall, I think it's a very good game; it conserves aspects from the original games, as well as new mechanics, and it's totally a worthwhile buy! 👍”
“One final thing I'll say (as I appreciate this review is getting rather long) is that it does feel like a single-player game with a multiplayer mechanic.”
“This alone makes the game unplayable; the devs just need to have the mechanics from the previous game, and it would probably make this playable.”
“One final thing I'll say (as I appreciate this review is getting rather long) is that it does feel like a single-player game with a multiplayer mechanic.”
“I honestly think you need to stick to the original game and mechanics; otherwise, the game reviews will stay mostly negative.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as a blend of cheesy classic horror themes and a whimsical, cartoonish style reminiscent of Disney, which some players find charming despite its cliched nature. However, others criticize the music as uninspired and unappealing, particularly in comparison to more engaging soundtracks from other games. Overall, opinions on the music vary widely, with some appreciating its nostalgic qualities while others find it lacking.
“I'd describe it as a cross between World of Warcraft's visual style and an enchanted Disney castle with its cartoony feel, and with its cheesy classic horror soundtrack it is a bit of a cliched setting, but that's not an insult, I love it.”
“Love the artwork and music.”
“The original Escape the Ayuowoki was terrifying, but this game is like a cartoon and the music is lame. It's stuck in a third-person perspective with an ugly art style. What were the creators thinking making this game? I feel like I wasted 8 dollars.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players expressing frustration over gameplay mechanics that hinder item collection and overall enjoyment. There is a desire for a more developed narrative involving the characters and the ayowoki to enhance the experience.
“It would be interesting if you could have a story around the characters and the Ayowoki.”
“Lag spikes, no story, not fun.”
“The survivors couldn't pick up most items (rats and quest items) except for the oil for the lamps, which made the game impossible on our end.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received negative feedback, with users reporting numerous bugs and overall poor performance. Many feel that the optimization is lacking and needs significant improvement.
“The game is plagued with numerous bugs and lacks proper optimization.”
“Performance issues are rampant, making the game feel unpolished and frustrating.”
“The optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent crashes and lag.”