Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: iWin
- Publishers: Gogii
Escape From Paradise: A Detailed Review
Introduction
Escape From Paradise is a survival adventure video game developed by Kheops Studio and published by Focus Home Interactive. It was released on October 30, 2007, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 2, and Wii.
The game is set on a tropical island in the Pacific Ocean, where a luxury cruise ship has crashed. The survivors of the shipwreck are very different from one another, and they quickly decide to set up their own camps all over the island.
Gameplay
The player controls one of the survivors, and must explore the island, find food and shelter, and build alliances with other survivors. The game features a variety of activities, including:
- Exploration: The player can explore the island, which is divided into different biomes, including beaches, forests, and mountains. The player can find food, water, and other resources by exploring the island.
- Crafting: The player can use resources to craft items, such as weapons, tools, and shelter. Crafting is essential for survival on the island.
- Combat: The player can fight off wild animals and other survivors. Combat is not a major focus of the game, but it can be necessary to defend oneself or to acquire resources.
- Diplomacy: The player can interact with other survivors and build alliances. Alliances can be beneficial for survival, as they can provide access to resources and protection from enemies.
Story
The story of Escape From Paradise is told through a series of flashbacks. The player learns about the survivors’ lives before the shipwreck, and how they are coping with being stranded on the island. The story is not particularly deep, but it does provide some motivation for the player’s actions.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Escape From Paradise are good, but not great. The character models are detailed and the environments are lush and vibrant. However, the textures are sometimes low-resolution and the animations are a bit stiff.
The sound design is also good. The sound effects are realistic and the music is atmospheric.
Overall
Escape From Paradise is a solid survival adventure game. It has a lot of content to offer, and the gameplay is addictive. The graphics and sound are good, but not great. The story is not particularly deep, but it does provide some motivation for the player’s actions.
Overall, Escape From Paradise is a good choice for fans of survival adventure games. It is a challenging and rewarding experience that will keep you entertained for hours.
Score: 7.5/10
Pros:
- Addictive gameplay
- Lots of content
- Good graphics and sound
Cons:
- Textures are sometimes low-resolution
- Animations are a bit stiff
- Story is not particularly deep
Review Score
7.5/10
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