STATUS: INSANE
- November 13, 2017
- Frostbullet
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamEscaping from a Mental Asylum Has Never Been This Much of.. Fun.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun puzzles and a charming atmosphere, with good graphics and a unique setting in a mental asylum.
- The gameplay offers a pleasant challenge without being overly punishing, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- The sound design and music enhance the overall experience, contributing to the game's quirky and humorous tone.
- The game shifts unexpectedly from stealth/puzzle elements to arcade-style gameplay, which may disappoint players expecting a consistent experience.
- Some players find the design and collectibles unrewarding, feeling that the aesthetic is too crude and lacks satisfaction.
- The game is relatively short, with some players wishing for more depth in the story and gameplay mechanics.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a mix of basic puzzle-solving, stealth, and platforming elements, but some players find it unimpressive overall. However, the game introduces various mechanics that enhance the initial concept, adding depth and humor, while transitioning into a more arcade-style experience. Players report around 3.2 hours of gameplay, which some find satisfactory.
“The game implements many mechanics that add depth to the starting idea, and some extra humor and arcade elements along the way.”
“+ basic puzzle, stealth, platforming gameplay.”
“Then suddenly the gameplay completely changes and it becomes pure arcade.”
“The gameplay is not that impressive.”
“+basic puzzle, stealth, platforming gameplay”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are described as charming and well-designed, featuring a distinctive blocky style reminiscent of classic titles like Trailblazer. Players appreciate the visual appeal and smooth performance across various systems, noting that the graphics enhance the overall fun and challenge of the game.
“Fun game, good graphics and difficulty is pleasantly challenging without being brutally punishing.”
“+charming graphics”
“Kind of like Trailblazer (1986, Gremlin graphics) on steroids.”
“- charming graphics”
“On the graphical aspect, the characters are well thought out, with a characteristic blocky design.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, effectively complementing both slower and faster-paced sequences. Reviewers appreciate the sound design and voice acting, noting that they contribute to a unique and charming experience, even if the voice acting is somewhat "cringe-y." Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that adds depth to the gameplay.
“The sound cues really help with precision timing in many cases; the music and other sound effects create a very specific kind of atmosphere, both in the slower-paced escape maze parts and the faster-paced action sequences. Even the 'cringe-y' voice acting is actually very fitting and charming.”
“Weird but charming little puzzle game with a nice atmosphere and a great soundtrack.”
“The music and voiceovers are also on point, giving an extra feeling of darkness.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
“While the sound design is decent, the music often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's tone.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay experience, leaving it feeling flat.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its unique style, effective sound cues, and a fitting soundtrack that enhances both slower and faster-paced segments. The quirky voice acting adds to the charm, contributing to an overall engaging and immersive experience.
“The sound cues really help with precision timing in many cases; the music and other sound effects create a very specific kind of atmosphere, both in the slower-paced escape maze parts and the faster-paced action sequences. Even the 'cringe-y' voice acting is actually very fitting and charming.”
“Atmosphere is great; it has its own distinguishable style with ball-faced guards and everything. The music is good too.”
“Weird but charming little puzzle game with a nice atmosphere and a great soundtrack.”
“The sound cues really help with precision timing in many cases, but the music and other sound effects create a very specific kind of atmosphere that feels inconsistent throughout the game.”
“While the game attempts to create a tense atmosphere, it often falls flat due to repetitive sound design and lackluster environmental details.”
“The atmosphere is undermined by poor voice acting that detracts from the immersion, making it hard to take the story seriously.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's humor, noting it adds an enjoyable layer to the overall experience, complementing the brilliance of the puzzles.
“The puzzles were nothing but brilliant, and I enjoyed the game's humorous layer as well.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game due to the abundance of collectibles and achievements, which encourage them to revisit and explore different aspects of the gameplay.
“There are also a ton of collectibles and achievements, giving extra replayability value.”
“The game offers multiple endings and branching storylines, making each playthrough feel unique.”
“With various character builds and play styles, I find myself coming back to try new strategies.”
