Unlock Your Inner Problem-Solver in this Thrilling Escape Room Adventure


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Location: Home

Date Played: May 2023

Team size: 2; we recommend 1-2

Duration: 6 - 10 hours

Price: ~S$18.50 on Steam

Premise

You've just arrived at Escape Academy, a school where promising students train to become the ultimate Escapist. Explore the campus of Escape Academy and get to know the faculty, a colorful cast of characters, each an expert in the art of Escape.

While the story may not be groundbreaking, it serves its purpose in the context of the gameplay.

Gameplay

In "Escape Academy," players experience the game in first-person view, and it can be played solo or with an online co-op partner. Your objective is to solve a series of puzzles by interacting with various in-game objects and inputting combination codes or specific patterns. The controls are user-friendly and intuitive.

The game features a hint system, providing a few hints for each puzzle along with the solution if you're truly stuck. However, using hints affects your overall grade at the end of each mission. The hint system strikes a good balance, offering assistance without giving away too much, allowing players to maintain their sense of accomplishment.

Puzzles/Thoughts

➕ Cleverly Designed Puzzles: "Escape Academy" offers puzzles that are well-crafted, striking a balance between difficulty and reward. They promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Each puzzle solved brings a satisfying sense of achievement and propels you forward in your quest for escape.

➖ Passable Plot: While the plot isn't particularly memorable, it provides sufficient context for the missions you undertake.

➖ Decent Art Style but Some Awkwardness: The game's art style is generally decent, but it can be a bit awkward at times, particularly in character designs and expressions.

Verdict

"Escape Academy" delivers a satisfying set of puzzles that cater well to beginners, although more experienced puzzle enthusiasts might find them on the easier side. Nevertheless, I confidently recommend this game to puzzle lovers, especially those who can team up with a friend for an enjoyable experience.

Rating: 4/5

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