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Escape is a simple 2D game with 35 levels already unlocked (for the sake of gaming of course). Require jumping skills, a brain and patience. Enjoy :)

Reviews: Mixed — 62% — of 289 reviews
Released: 2015-04-20
Developer: Stephane Bottin
Genres: Free To Play, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 24 min
Mean playtime: 735.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 28%

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