Key Escape
- February 21, 2021
- BeJotah
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a neat and clean pixel aesthetic with intuitive controls, making it accessible for players.
- Level design is well thought out, providing a mix of challenge and relaxation as players progress through the stages.
- Despite its simplicity, the game offers a fun experience for completionists and casual players alike.
- The physics and jump mechanics can be frustrating, with a lack of horizontal momentum and a static jump height.
- The game suffers from issues like vanishing blocks that can lead to unwinnable situations if not completed quickly.
- As a retro pixel platformer, it feels generic and fails to bring anything new to the genre, contributing to the oversaturation of similar games on Steam.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Key Escape" is characterized by intuitive platforming mechanics that effectively balance challenge and relaxation, with well-designed levels that incorporate various elements like springs and spikes. Players appreciate the thoughtful integration of these mechanics, which enhance the overall experience and create a satisfying sense of progression.
“A few mechanics are added along the way, like springs, spikes, cycling blocks, and falling blocks.”
“Key Escape is a very intuitive platform game that really knows how to merge difficulty with the relaxation that comes after beating each level. The level design is extremely well thought out; it's incredible how the few different blocks create increasingly challenging rooms, and the track matches wonderfully with the gameplay.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game features a neat and clean pixel aesthetic, utilizing retro pixel art that intentionally opts for a nostalgic look over modern graphics. The simplicity of the visuals complements the straightforward controls, enhancing the overall retro experience.
“The game has a neat and clean pixel aesthetic, and the controls are very simple: arrows to move, Z to jump.”
“They chose to use obsolete retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant story element, with users noting that there is essentially no narrative to engage with.
“There is no story.”
“The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
“The storyline is completely absent.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received praise for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting that the soundtrack complements the gameplay effectively. Some reviews highlight memorable tracks that evoke strong emotions, while others appreciate the variety and originality of the compositions. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the gaming experience.
