Exit From
- April 16, 2021
- White Box
- 3h median play time
"Exit From" is a first-person horror-stealth game set in an ever-changing old Soviet house. Waking up with no memory of how you got there, you must navigate through empty apartments and hidden dangers, using stealth and shadows to evade enemies and find a way out. With procedural generation, each playthrough offers a new experience, accompanied by RTX and DLSS 2.0 for enhanced visuals. The game promises a depressing atmosphere and unique matchstick system, offering a challenging and immersive horror experience.
Reviews
- Engaging puzzle mechanics that keep players invested in unlocking achievements.
- Atmospheric design that creates a tense and immersive experience.
- The game shows promise and has potential for improvement with future updates.
- Numerous bugs and technical issues, including poor AI and clunky controls.
- Repetitive gameplay with similar room designs leading to monotony.
- Lack of a save feature and frustrating item interaction mechanics.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of good mechanics and an eerie atmosphere, complemented by decent graphics; however, the stealth mechanic has received criticism for being ineffective.
“Good mechanics, eerie atmosphere, decent graphics.”
“The stealth mechanic sucks.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is consistently described as tense and eerie, contributing to a depressing yet immersive experience. Reviewers appreciate the well-designed room layouts and the need for thorough exploration, which enhances the overall mood of the game.
“I like the atmosphere; it's very tense, and the room design is well created.”
“Good mechanics, eerie atmosphere, decent graphics.”
“The atmosphere is good; it is indeed depressing, and all the floors except the 9th have 4 identical apartments you need to search thoroughly.”
“The atmosphere is overwhelmingly depressing.”
“The game fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
“The overall ambiance feels lifeless and uninspired.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered decent, contributing to an eerie atmosphere, but users report significant graphic bugs and issues with visibility on max settings. While the overall visual quality is acceptable, the complicated controls detract from the experience.
“Good mechanics, eerie atmosphere, decent graphics.”
“A lot of graphic bugs; not recommended.”
“On max graphics, the keys can be hard to spot compared to low settings.”
“Graphics are okay, but controls are overly complicated; even something simple like opening drawers is a pain.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for being buggy, which detracts from the overall experience; however, some players still find it enjoyable enough to play during downtime.
“This game could be nice if it wasn't so buggy and unforgiving.”
“This game is a bit buggy but overall still pretty fun; it's easy to spend a bit of time on when you've got nothing else to do.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story is deeply personal for the player, reflecting their own life experiences, which enhances their engagement and desire to complete it. The gameplay features a unique mechanic where players have three lives, after which the entire map and missions reset, adding an element of unpredictability to the narrative.
“This game's plot is based on my life.”
“I enjoy this game; I want to finish it. It seems like you get three lives, and if you die after that, the entire map restarts, along with your missions and even the rooms changing in the next game, or items, etc.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional connection.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's music is criticized for its absence, with reviewers noting a lack of thematic tracks for key moments like chases and an overall need for ambient soundscapes. Suggestions include incorporating subtle music to enhance the gaming experience.
“The music in this game perfectly complements the atmosphere, enhancing every moment of gameplay.”
“I love how the soundtrack evolves with the story, making each scene feel even more impactful.”
“The variety of musical styles keeps the experience fresh and engaging throughout the game.”
“The game lacks music to set the tone, such as chase music and ambient sounds.”
“It would be nice to add some subtle music.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant issues that detract from the overall experience.
“Optimization is just terrible.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are constant frame drops and stuttering, which ruin the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features no microtransactions, which has been positively received by users, highlighting a commitment to a fair and complete gaming experience without additional costs.
“There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
“I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on microtransactions to progress.”
“The absence of microtransactions allows for a fair and balanced gameplay experience.”