WayOut

84%
Game Brain Score Based on 303 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • graphics
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WayOut is a single-player action game with good mechanics and music, based on the Lights Out gameplay. It features over 100 handcrafted levels across six chapters, each with a unique color theme and gameplay experience. The game offers a relaxing and meditative journey, with minimalistic UI and ambient soundtracks, allowing players to focus on perfecting each puzzle. Achievements and trading cards are also available.

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Reviews

84%
Audience ScoreBased on 303 reviews
gameplay13 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features a variety of puzzles that progressively increase in difficulty, keeping players engaged and challenged.
  • It has a minimalist design and relaxing music, creating a pleasant atmosphere for puzzle-solving.
  • The mechanics are simple yet require strategic thinking, making it accessible for casual players while still offering depth for puzzle enthusiasts.
  • Many players found the later levels to be excessively difficult, often requiring the use of guides to complete them.
  • The game lacks a tutorial or clear instructions, leaving players confused about how to approach the puzzles.
  • To unlock the final level, players must complete all previous levels in a minimum number of moves, which can feel frustrating and discouraging.
  • gameplay53 mentions

    The gameplay of the puzzle game is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, primarily revolving around tile manipulation to solve increasingly complex puzzles. Players appreciate the gradual introduction of new mechanics across 130 levels, which keeps the experience fresh and challenging, although some find the lack of clear explanations for new elements frustrating. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of accessibility for casual players and depth for puzzle enthusiasts, with a minimalist design that enhances the experience.

    • “With its sleek visual design, innovative mechanics, and the allure of unraveling intricate puzzles, the game provides a satisfying and thought-provoking journey through a world of abstract challenges.”
    • “The puzzle design is a standout feature, as the game progressively introduces new mechanics and challenges that keep players engaged and mentally stimulated throughout the experience.”
    • “The game's simplicity and intuitive mechanics make it accessible to players of all skill levels, while the increasing complexity of the puzzles ensures that even experienced puzzle enthusiasts will find a satisfying challenge.”
    • “I got more frustration than fun out of it.”
    • “However, I had issues in understanding the third mechanic - it can be hard to fathom how the flipping works unless you think it out properly.”
    • “The problem is the game really doesn't properly explain the mechanics of such tiles and more often than not you will only learn the tricks through laborious trial and testing.”
  • music39 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and tranquil qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. However, some players note that the limited soundtrack can become repetitive over time, leading to frustration. Overall, the combination of calming music and appealing visuals contributes to a pleasant and enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “The game relaxes quite well, because everything predisposes to this: a pleasant and interesting gameplay, relaxing music, a minimalistic and intuitive interface.”
    • “The music is very relaxing and the game gives you this feeling that you're going to enjoy your time playing.”
    • “Clever puzzle game with nice, relaxing music and easy achievements.”
    • “The in-game music is tranquil, but it gets redundant rather quickly due to this game only having one soundtrack.”
    • “There is no high scores, no timers, a limited repetitive soundtrack and 6 levels with a very basic backdrop which merely alternates in colour and sometimes direction.”
    • “I would just say that after listening to the music for a bit, it gets really annoying, but that's fine.”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and clean aesthetic that complements its puzzle mechanics, creating a visually appealing experience. While some users appreciate the simplicity and consistency of the art style, others note that it can become repetitive over time. However, the overall consensus is that the graphics are suitable for a puzzle game, enhancing the gameplay without overwhelming it.

    • “The graphics and music are so cute, and this should be a really relaxing puzzle game.”
    • “I like the soundtrack and the art style is consistent.”
    • “It's an interesting and sometimes very complicated puzzle game with nice visuals and a great soundtrack.”
    • “Unfortunately, this is unplayable on Mac due to some kind of graphics issue.”
    • “No options, no graphic options.”
    • “For the very simple graphics, the game is very CPU/GPU intensive.”
  • atmosphere11 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhanced by a unique art style, a calming color scheme, and a soothing soundtrack. Reviewers highlight the balance between challenge and tranquility, making it a pleasurable experience that encourages thoughtful engagement. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's appeal as a well-crafted puzzle experience.

    • “The game is ready to challenge and, despite the relaxing atmosphere, makes you think carefully.”
    • “Art is something unique; the great color scheme, almost no UI, and calming background music create an atmosphere that gives a pleasurable experience.”
    • “Very atmospheric game with cool music.”
    • “The game is ready to challenge and, despite the relaxing atmosphere, make you think carefully.”
    • “Art is something unique, great color scheme, almost no UI, and calming background music create an atmosphere that gives a pleasurable experience.”
    • “Art is something unique, great color scheme, almost no UI, and calming background music create an atmosphere that gives a pleasurable experience.”
  • story6 mentions

    The game's story is polarizing; while it conveys a moral about perseverance and personal growth, its abstract nature and minimal narrative may disappoint players looking for a more immersive experience. Some reviews highlight the lack of a compelling story as a drawback, leading to a sense of boredom, while others appreciate the intricate storytelling found in specific routes, particularly in the context of the zero escape series.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “This is the true, canon story route of the Zero Escape series, containing its jaw-dropping, astounding true ending.”
    • “No bugs in the game, but there is no story, which makes the game a little bit boring.”
    • “>story=n/a”
    • “Completing the levels may not be overly complicated, but doing them in the fewest moves possible is a different story.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly in later sections, where the repetitive nature of the puzzles can lead to a sense of monotony. While the initial experience is enjoyable, it becomes increasingly mind-numbing, prompting some to lose interest as they progress.

    • “Mind-breaker type game, easy and pleasant, but it is tedious and makes you want to sleep through the music.”
    • “It's a nice feature in the first few sections, but when you return to the game in sections 5 or 6, it can be rather tedious to watch.”
    • “However, the puzzles feel either routine or tedious, depending on how much time they take.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of Wayout is characterized by a mix of frustration and a sense of inadequacy, as players often feel overwhelmed by the challenging puzzles, leading to feelings of misery and confusion.

  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers limited replayability, but its length and difficulty during the initial playthrough provide a satisfying experience that compensates for this aspect.

    • “The game offers a variety of choices that significantly alter the outcome, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “With multiple endings and diverse character paths, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
    • “The random events and procedural generation keep the gameplay experience unique, encouraging me to replay it time and again.”
    • “There isn't a massive amount of replayability, but the game is long and challenging enough the first time around to make up for it.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes or different paths makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game is generally well-received, with users rating it positively at a score of 4. This suggests that the game runs smoothly and efficiently on a variety of systems, providing a good overall experience.

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