Extreme Escape

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In Extreme Escape, you become the pilot of a damaged hot air balloon, rapidly falling from the sky. Using tools and equipment in the capsule, repair the airship and follow emergency procedure codes to land safely, all while battling your fear of heights in a room-scale experience.

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Play Modes

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

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and immersive experience, especially when climbing outside the balloon, creating a sense of height and tension.
At a low price point, the game provides a decent escape room experience that can be enjoyable for a one-time playthrough.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-designed, contributing to an engaging environment that enhances the gameplay.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to concerns about replayability and content.
There are numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with tool interactions and the game restarting from the beginning upon failure.
The game has not received updates since 2020, leading to perceptions of it being abandoned and lacking future content.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The story is generally seen as a solid but brief experience, with players completing it in around 30 minutes. While the concept is intriguing, many feel it lacks depth and variety, as the gameplay and story modes are nearly identical, leaving players wanting a more expansive narrative. Overall, the game is enjoyable for its short escapade, but it would benefit from a longer and more developed storyline.
- “The hot air balloon level is great, but it's the only one, and the story makes it sound like there will be more to the game.”
- “Really enjoyed this one; even though it says 'escape' in the title, it's a bit too easy to be an escape game. However, as a short story about fixing problems on your capsule to return to Earth, it's really great. I would like to see a longer version, maybe starting from going to space in a rocket with problems to fix and then going to a space station before returning to Earth.”
- “I only played story mode before the review and completed it in 28 minutes.”
- “Only one mission that can be done in less than half an hour.”
- “I only played story mode before the review, completed it in 28 minutes.”
- “Bugs such as vital mission equipment disappearing and not coming back and low framerates.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, with many praising the visuals for creating a serious atmosphere and enhancing the sense of height. However, some users noted that the skybox appears small and flat, which detracts from the experience. The game's visuals effectively contribute to the tension during key moments, making for an engaging experience.
- “The graphics are nice, and the game has a serious atmosphere that makes you really feel like you're up high in the sky.”
- “Great visuals, and the challenging situations enhance the experience.”
- “Graphics are great, and the moment you go outside and start to climb the balloon, it really starts to get tense.”
- “Visuals look okay, but the skybox is way too small and flat.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay features innovative problem-solving mechanics with multiple solutions, but it is limited by short playtime on repetitive maps, making it feel too easy for some players. While the core mechanics are solid and enjoyable, there are minor issues with item interaction that need refinement. Overall, the game offers a fun experience, though its brevity and lack of challenge may deter some players.
- “The gameplay is pretty fun, but I have some problems.”
- “There are a few kinks to work out in regard to the hands when grabbing things off your person, but overall the mechanics were really solid.”
- “The game has some decent ideas, such as multiple ways you can solve each problem; however, there's only about 15 minutes of gameplay on a singular map, which seemingly always plays out the same.”
- “Gameplay is straightforward: you get a bunch of tools, then various issues with machinery pop up one by one.”
- “There are a few kinks to work out regarding the hands when grabbing things off your person, but overall the mechanics were really solid.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game offers limited replayability, primarily due to its short length and lack of new content after the initial playthrough. While an expert mode exists, many players feel that the absence of additional modes or diversions significantly diminishes the game's long-term appeal. Overall, it seems to lack the depth needed to encourage repeated play.
- “If the game had more modes and diversions on the routes, it would be good and would have more replay value.”
- “But when the game is essentially dead and has zero replayability after the first playthrough, it feels a bit like a scam.”
- “There's not really much challenge to it, or much replay value.”
- “The game also has an expert mode, so there is some replayability.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable but suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs and glitches, particularly with Valve Index controllers, which can lead to dropped items and an overall unstable experience.
- “While a good game, it is short; furthermore, it is very buggy.”
- “Not made for Valve Index controllers; it glitches out and drops items.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics contribute to a serious and immersive atmosphere, effectively conveying a sense of height and impending danger. Players feel a strong connection to the environment, enhancing the overall tension and emotional impact of the experience.
- “The graphics are nice, and the game has a serious atmosphere that makes you really feel like you're up high in the sky.”
- “The sense of impending doom adds to the overall atmosphere, making it even more immersive.”