Mob Entertainment, the studio behind Poppy Playtime, has announced a new survival horror game titled Escape from Playtime. The title is headed to PC via Steam early access, though a specific release date has not yet been set.
Gameplay and Mechanics
Unlike the single-player episodic structure of Poppy Playtime, Escape from Playtime is built for 1-4 players. The game casts you as one of the Smiling Critters, tasked with scavenging materials for a building project to escape the factory. Players must navigate the environment while following directions from an ominous voice and evading the factory's inhabitants.
Key gameplay features include:
- Procedural Environments: The factory layout changes with each run, as the mysterious voice alters the map.
- Cooperative Survival: Players must work together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and utilize hiding spots or alternate routes.
- Proximity Chat: Communication is required to coordinate, but the game uses proximity voice chat, meaning irresponsible whispering can alert enemies to your location.
Quick Facts
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Player Count: 1-4 players (Co-op)
- Perspective: Smiling Critters
- Release Status: Coming soon to Early Access
While the game utilizes settings familiar to fans of the original series, the shift to procedurally generated levels and mandatory team coordination marks a change in focus for the franchise's multiplayer offerings.