Escape the Clinic

Waking up trapped in his office, a doctor must find a way out of his own place of work. A mysterious woman awaits outside. Malevolence waits inside. "Escape the Clinic" is a first person puzzle horror game, where the player has to find clues, keys, and passwords to find a way out of the building. It should be treated like a large escape room - albeit one with mysterious spirits about.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 248 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Short and fun horror game with effective jump scares and a creepy atmosphere.
Puzzles are easy to solve and add to the overall enjoyment of the game.
It's free, making it a great option for casual players looking for a quick thrill.

The game is very short, often completed in under 30 minutes, leaving players wanting more.
Numerous bugs and glitches can hinder gameplay, such as inventory issues and unresponsive controls.
The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, with a disappointing ending that doesn't provide closure.

story
18 mentions
33 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as interesting but ultimately lacking depth and coherence, with many players feeling that it leaves too much to the imagination and fails to provide a satisfying conclusion. While the horror atmosphere and puzzles are appreciated, the narrative is criticized for being short and fragmented, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding its execution and overall context. Many reviewers express a desire for a more substantial and cohesive storyline, suggesting that the game could benefit from further development in this area.
- “This game has an interesting story, horror atmosphere, a detailed environment, a few puzzles and jump scares.”
- “The story leaves it up to the player's imagination exactly what happened, but gives you a lot to work with.”
- “Short game but with an interesting story, it definitely scared me with its every attempt!”
- “I get that the game is free, but I would have expected a better story and ending.”
- “If I have one complaint, it's the ending, which I feel should have been a little more substantial in relation to the limited backstory.”
- “When I finished, I was thinking to myself, 'Is this really it?' I feel like they were trying to set up a hidden story where you piece together what happens, but I don't think it was executed well.”
atmosphere
15 mentions
67 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chilling and oppressive qualities, enhanced by detailed environments, effective sound design, and ominous audio that creates a consistently creepy experience. Players appreciate the balance of jump scares and puzzles, noting that the unsettling ambiance is maintained throughout, making it an engaging short horror game. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's enjoyment.
- “The ominous audio intensifies the creepy atmosphere, and the jump scares get me every time!”
- “Love the chilling atmosphere.”
- “They did a really good job on sound design and building an atmosphere, and they had a couple of good scares.”
- “The 'music' is literally just excessive bass penetrating my ears, trying to create a scary atmosphere.”
- “Slightly creepy atmosphere with a few jump scares thrown in.”
- “Detailed environment and appropriately oppressive atmosphere!”
graphics
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their realism and quality, especially considering it is free, though some players noted performance issues at higher settings. While many found the visuals satisfactory, opinions varied, with some describing them as merely "fine" and others feeling that the focus on graphics detracted from gameplay and story. Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some appreciating the effort put into them while others felt they were not the game's strongest aspect.
- “First of all, the graphics are really good for a game that's free.”
- “Some games have graphics that are more cartoon-like, but this one is realistic and it shows that a lot of effort has been put into it.”
- “The graphics are pretty good, as is the overall atmosphere.”
- “I had to turn my graphics down to medium, which doesn't look bad, but I had to do this because I would have drops in my FPS at the higher settings.”
- “And of course the graphics aren't the best, but in the end, the part of an escape room is the puzzles, and sadly they are too easy and are, in reality, sub-par.”
- “Gameplay and visuals were not great.”
gameplay
9 mentions
22 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated as easy, with a difficulty level of 2/10, featuring clear instructions focused on solving puzzles to escape a clinic. The sound design effectively enhances the horror atmosphere, although the inclusion of a shooting control feels unnecessary as it lacks any relevant mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is straightforward and accessible, making it suitable for players seeking a less challenging experience.
- “I think that the sounds (footsteps, echoes, whispers) are very important in a horror game, and in this game, they were well adapted to the gameplay.”
- “Pros and cons are down below; check out the gameplay here.”
- “I would give it a 2/10 difficulty rating as the gameplay is minimal and the instructions are pretty clear during the whole game (you need to solve the puzzles and find a way out of the clinic).”
- “The only thing I can think of that was very odd was the inclusion of a shooting control when there was no mechanic in the game that used it.”
- “If you get stuck and need help, or just want to watch the gameplay, check out my walkthrough.”
music
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its spooky atmosphere while others find it excessively loud and distracting. Many noted that the heavy bass and eerie background sounds can be overwhelming, leading to confusion about their source. A common suggestion is to include an option to turn off the music separately from other game sounds for a more enjoyable experience.
- “I liked the puzzles and music.”
- “The soundtrack was appropriately spooky.”
- “The music is literally just excessive bass penetrating my ears, trying to create a scary atmosphere.”
- “There is a Kevin MacLeod song in this game.”
- “The music/sound is a bit much; I was not sure if it was my character bumping into objects as it kept making clunking noises, but when I stood still and waited, it was just the music. An option to turn off music and not just game sounds would be welcome.”
stability
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous glitches and bugs hindering gameplay, such as unresponsive controls and display issues. Players report that these technical problems significantly detract from the experience, making it difficult to progress and enjoy the game. Overall, many reviewers advise against recommending the game until these stability issues are addressed.
- “Too many glitches to progress after even 5 minutes... padlocks do not switch numbers and some notes do not display text.”
- “A potentially interesting short escape game somewhat spoiled by a buggy interface and a rather abrupt ending.”
- “I can't say I can recommend this one until the interface glitches are fixed...”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's controls and movement mechanics, noting that glitches can lead to disorienting experiences that detract from emotional immersion. The issues have a significant impact on the overall enjoyment and emotional engagement with the game.
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players have noted that the game suffers from lighting issues and overall optimization problems, which become apparent during exploration.
- “When I started playing the game, I didn't think of it until I began to explore, but the game has issues with its lighting and overall optimization.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I encountered numerous performance issues, especially in crowded areas, which severely impacted my gaming experience.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is generally considered funny, though some users feel it misses the mark in certain areas.
- “This game is hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and adds so much to the experience.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and funny scenarios!”