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Review of Escape Plan on PlayStation 4

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Dec 2013
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Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 03 Dec 2013
Genre: Puzzle
Developer: Fun Bits Interactive
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Introduction

Ever wanted to feel like a bumbling hostage in an elaborate Rube Goldberg machine? Welcome to *Escape Plan*, where your only mission is to lead two unfortunate blobs to safety away from fiendish traps and the soggy ends of their potential deaths. If you like heartache, humor, and a touch of gruesome cartoonish demise, buckle up! The experience is about to get wobbly!

Gameplay

The gameplay in *Escape Plan* revolves around controlling our hapless heroes, Lil and Laarg, as they traverse a series of increasingly treacherous rooms filled to the brim with traps. Using the quirky controls of the PlayStation 4, you'll get to experience the thrilling adventure of swiping, dragging, and tapping at your TV screen like a mad conductor trying to tame an orchestra filled with chaos. Each level is like a deadly puzzle box, challenging players to think outside the box-or in this case, outside the *booby-trapped* room. Your success depends heavily on your ability to manipulate the environment while avoiding death. Small adjustments can mean the difference between a heroic escape or a banishment to the depths of gaming oblivion. Navigating rotating blades and perilous drops is no easy task, and players will need to harness their inner tactical genius to manage the pace of their characters while fiddling with environmental hazards. Pinching the controller to grab characters offers quite the thrill, but could lead to painful mishaps if you're too hasty! Moreover, what is more entertaining than watching your oafish characters attempt to navigate simple mazes with all the competence of someone who just got their driver's license? Watching them get skewered by spike traps never gets old, *guaranteed*! Just remember to guide them with finesse or risk sending them into amusingly gruesome farbeyond the frame, like getting your popcorn order wrong at the movies. Sure, it's frustrating, but also hilarious to see Lil and Laarg meet their inevitable doom inside some dastardly trap. As you progress through the levels, the challenges become increasingly convoluted and require you to coordinate both characters simultaneously, adding extra layers of complexity. Channeling your inner multitasking ninja is key here. You might even feel proud of your fingernails the more you realize the stakes are high. What started as a whimsical game quickly morphs into a balancing act of heroic-level execution! So, grab a hoodie, settle in, and prepare your thumbs - they're about to get a workout!

Graphics

Visually, *Escape Plan* keeps it delightfully simplistic in its artistic approach with signature black-and-white graphics. The chiaroscuro visuals ooze with style, resembling a dark comic book brought to life through a nightmarish fantasynightcare. It boasts surreal room designs that enhance the gameplay experience without overwhelming players. Who knew avoiding death could be so artistically pleasing? The graphics aren't just for show, though! The visual storytelling becomes a crucial aspect to maintain the comfort of *Escape Plan's* zany humor even during the most gruesome moments. Think of it as a dark animated series that somehow invites you to root for your bumbling friends whilst simultaneously inviting nightmares about their mishaps. Bonus points for atmosphere, as it creates a setting that's fun and engaging even for the artistically inclined.

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Escape Plan* on the PS4 is a delightful mix of humor, challenge, and artistic thrill. The game not only showcases the unique controls of the console but also tests a player's wit as they navigate through cleverly designed levels filled with deadly traps. It's not merely a game; it's an experience that draws you in with its endearing characters and colorful traps that lead to whimsical underlined gruesomeness. Whether you are looking for brain-teasing puzzles or just a bit of mindless fun, *Escape Plan* nicely fills the void with its unique charm. Now go ahead, load up those fingers with twitchy travel and let mortality be your guide as you indulge in the zany yet difficult adventures of *Escape Plan* - just make sure you're not too attached to Lil and Laarg, since they have potential to meet untimely fates way too often! Enjoy the chaos, and remember: sometimes the best plan is to escape!

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