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How 2 Escape

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77%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
music, grinding
77% User Score Based on 142 reviews

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How 2 Escape is a single player and multiplayer casual simulation game. It was developed by Breakfirst Games and was released on August 31, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"How 2 Escape" is a cooperative escape-simulation game where two players work together to escape a trapped train. The first player on PC explores the environment and interacts with objects, while the second player uses a free companion app to provide information and help solve puzzles. Communication, observation, and quick thinking are crucial as time is limited and the puzzles require logic, coordination, and listening skills.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews
story8 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique asymmetrical co-op experience that requires strong communication between players, making it engaging and challenging.
  • Puzzles are well-crafted, clever, and provide a good variety, ensuring that players remain entertained throughout the gameplay.
  • The art style and atmosphere of the game are visually appealing, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
  • The hint system is often unhelpful, providing vague or obvious clues that can lead to frustration rather than assistance.
  • The companion app experience is significantly less engaging than the PC version, leading to an uneven gameplay experience for players.
  • Some puzzles can be overly complex or poorly worded, causing confusion and hindering progress, especially in later levels.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it intriguing and immersive, particularly due to its dual gameplay experiences, while others feel it lacks depth and clarity, often delivered in a formulaic manner. Many users expressed a desire for more backstory and clearer motivations, indicating that while the narrative has potential, it could benefit from further development. Overall, the story is seen as a secondary aspect of the game, with some players still eager to uncover its mysteries.

    • “Then you'll love the story of this game.”
    • “The idea of 2 different gameplays and experiences really ties it together, making the story quite immersive.”
    • “The story seems interesting and full of mystery too, so I can't wait to find out more!”
    • “The story is lacking a bit.”
    • “The story was a little over-dramatic.”
    • “There's a story, but it's kind of delivered in an extremely formulaic way.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are generally praised for their charming and unique art style, which many players find refreshing and well-suited to the overall experience. However, there are significant criticisms regarding the lack of graphical options, poor resolution, and issues like flickering, which detract from the visual enjoyment. While the graphics contribute positively to the cooperative gameplay, some players feel that the overall execution is marred by technical problems.

    • “The art style looks great, but the gameplay and puzzle solving are abysmal.”
    • “Visually, the art style is very charming and refreshing.”
    • “Fun co-op puzzle game with a really nice art style.”
    • “The sounds and graphics are artificially tiring with a lot of disturbance all the time.”
    • “However, there are zero graphics settings I was able to find, and the resolution of the game is not good.”
    • “Clues need to be better, localization needs a second pass, and the game should provide more graphical options.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by challenging and immersive cooperative mechanics that require two dedicated players to solve puzzles together, with distinct experiences on different devices. While the asymmetrical gameplay is engaging, some players find that excessive searching can lead to a prolonged experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the unique format and effective use of escape game mechanics contribute to a fun and rewarding gameplay experience.

    • “This game is great, especially in terms of its cooperative gameplay and unique graphics.”
    • “The idea of two different gameplays and experiences really ties it together, making the story quite immersive.”
    • “The asymmetrical gameplay is pleasant and fun; the second player actually has puzzles to solve with the PC player and is not left alone!”
    • “A lot of the time, you have a lot of additional steps, so searching for things, even if you already understood what to do, leads to a much longer than necessary experience, which simply bores.”
    • “Most gameplay on the app is merely reading information to the other player.”
    • “The mechanics often feel cumbersome and detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its artistic direction, featuring a well-crafted blend of colors that create a gloomy and eerie environment, enhancing the enigmatic experience. Players appreciate the thoughtful riddles and the emphasis on asymmetrical cooperation, which challenges communication skills. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's immersive quality.

    • “The main thing that did it for me is the artistic direction, a nice choice of colors mixed with a gloomy and eerie atmosphere, really blends well with the enigmatic feeling the game wants to convey.”
    • “Good atmosphere, well thought riddles, original asymmetrical cooperation... just beware, your communication skills will definitely be put to the test.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with players expressing appreciation for its quality and contribution to the overall experience. However, some users noted that it features previously existing tracks, which may detract from the novelty. Overall, the music is well-loved and enhances the game's appeal.

    • “Many thanks to all the parties who participated in developing this game; everything is so good, I love the music as well!”
    • “The existing music feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to enhance the overall gaming experience.”
    • “The music is forgettable and doesn't contribute to the atmosphere of the game.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely negative, with users expressing feelings of frustration and inadequacy, suggesting that it may lead to a sense of diminished self-worth or intelligence.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly in the early puzzles, leading some to refund the game after a short playtime despite appreciating the art style.

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How 2 Escape is a casual simulation game.

How 2 Escape is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing How 2 Escape.

How 2 Escape was released on August 31, 2023.

How 2 Escape was developed by Breakfirst Games.

How 2 Escape has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

How 2 Escape is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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