Alright, let me take you on a little journey. Imagine you’re stuck in a room – but not just any room. This one is filled with a bunch of puzzles, secrets, and riddles just begging to be solved. That’s the essence of Escape Simulator, a game that’s like those real-life escape rooms but in the cozy comfort of your own home.
First Impressions
When I first booted up Escape Simulator, I was ready for anything – well, except how much this game would grab me. The game throws you straight into the deep end, with a bunch of themed rooms like an Egyptian tomb that smells like adventure and a space station that probably has a zero-gravity toilet somewhere.
Each room is a 3D puzzle-filled playground. The game doesn’t mess around with long stories or characters; it’s just you, the room, and your wits. It’s like being in a detective movie, minus the danger of actually being trapped in a booby-trapped tomb.
Escape Room Gameplay
Walking into each puzzle room is like stepping into a new world. The game’s got this cute but detailed art style that strikes the perfect balance – it’s simple enough not to distract but detailed enough to feel alive. Each room comes with its own theme tune too, which is a nice touch. It’s like each room has its own personality, making you want to stick around (despite the whole ‘escape the room’ objective).
Puzzles range from the “Aha!” to the “Oh c’mon!” types. There’s a satisfying variety, from decoding messages like an ancient Egyptian to fixing a spaceship like you’re in NASA. And the physics! Oh, the joy of physics in this game. You can pick up, throw, and break stuff just to see what happens (or to find clues, but mostly just for fun).
I lost count of how many times I chucked items across the room only to find them magically reappear because I needed them later (oops). And maybe I’m a bit of a chaos agent, but smashing stuff never got old. Physics puzzles add another layer to the chaos – imagining me trying to navigate zero gravity while solving puzzles is as funny as it sounds.
Room packs in the core game:
- LABYRINTH OF EGYPT
- ADRIFT IN SPACE
- EDGEWOOD MANSION
- OMEGA CORPORATION
Online co-op + Escape room is pretty great
Flying solo is fun and all, but adding friends to the mix turns everything up to eleven. Escape Simulator’s co-op mode lets you drag your pals into the madness. Suddenly, the room’s not just your playground – it’s a team sport. I played with a friend, and let me tell you, it was a blast laughing, arguing, and solving puzzles together. We did step on each other’s toes a bit in smaller spaces, but it just added to the hilarity.
Not to mention, each player gets a separate inventory, which is both a blessing and a curse. A blessing because we could divide and conquer, and a curse because, well, communication is key and we sometimes forgot to share vital info. It’s like, I’m holding the key (literally), and he’s wandering around clueless. Classic teamwork.
Community Rooms
What really makes Escape Simulator stand out is the sheer volume of community-made rooms. Think of it as a never-ending treasure chest of puzzles waiting to be solved. Some of these rooms are so clever they could be part of the main game, while others are… let’s just say, creative in their own special way.
One room had me running around a spooky mansion that could’ve straight-up been from a horror game. Another had me cooking dinner in the most bizarre way possible (hint: involves beans and somehow ends up as pasta). The variety is nuts and makes the game infinitely replayable.
Making your own room is where the real magic happens, though. The level editor is like unlocking a new superpower – you can create your very own puzzle room from scratch. But beware, with great power comes great responsibility (and a whole lot of tinkering). It’s not exactly a walk in the park, but seeing players try to solve your diabolical creations? Priceless.
“Room”;-) for Improvement
Now, no game is perfect, and Escape Simulator does have a couple of “would be nice if” points. Like, there’s no way to save your progress mid-game, which is a bummer if you’re knee-deep in a complex room and real life rudely interrupts. A bit of a save feature would go a long way.
And while the game does an excellent job simulating escape rooms, I couldn’t help but wish for VR support. I mean, imagine physically stepping into these puzzles – it’d be next-level immersion. The devs have teased it, so fingers crossed!
Verdict
Escape Room game with online co-op? That’s what I have been waiting for. And it’s executed very well. It’s fun, it’s challenging, and it’s got enough content to keep you busy for ages. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle-solver or just looking for a fun way to hang out with friends, this game’s got something for everyone.
Playing through the game was a rollercoaster of emotions – mostly me laughing at my own failings or cheering like I just won an Olympic gold medal for puzzle-solving. It’s that blend of challenge, fun, and community creativity that makes Escape Simulator stand out in the crowded game landscape.
In case it wasn’t obvious, I’m in love with this game. It’s the virtual escape room experience I didn’t know I needed. So, grab your thinking cap, maybe a friend or two, and dive into Escape Simulator. Just, maybe don’t throw the important items out the window, okay? 10/10 game.
