Feeling boxed in is annoying. Feeling trapped can be annoying and possibly even panic-inducing, depending on the circumstances of course.

Being placed in a room with no obvious exit and having to escape within a certain amount of time or die is something that most people only ever experience in their worst nightmares.

An escape room in an ancient Egyptian pyramid or tomb. Image by 'Escape Simulator.'

‘Escape Simulator’ brings those nightmares to life, with players being put in a room (in-game of course) and having to find a way out by solving puzzles, looking for clues, and using their imagination. 

In ‘Escape Simulator’ each room is unique. Players play in the first person and are able to move any furniture or accessories around, provided that they are not firmly nailed to the walls or the floor. 

Picking up a book could move a wall. Drawing out a rug could release a trap door. In ‘Escape Simulator’ anything is possible and the escape route will often be completely unexpected. Players can inspect any items that are lying around in the room to examine them for clues and keys to solving puzzles.

An escape room in a library, or den, filled with art and books. Image by 'Escape Simulator.'

The game offers a range of interactive puzzles for players to solve, and in case things get too tough, the game’s online co-op feature provides the perfect platform to invite friends to come and help solve whichever puzzle is the one that players are stuck on.

‘Escape Simulator’ also allows for the creation of community-built escape rooms for players who wish to exercise their creative powers, troll their friends, or even challenge their friends to a room-building competition.

‘Escape Simulator’ is developed by ‘Pine Studio’ and is available for players to download on Steam.