How 2 Escape comes to Switch Aug. 31st, 2023

Breakfirst Games and Just For Games are taking advantage of the Steam Next Fest to announce the release date for the cooperative asymmetric game How 2 Escape with a brand new trailer! How 2 Escape will launch August 31st 2023 on Switch.

Worth mentioning: A permanent internet connection is NOT required to play! Whether you are in the same room, on the phone or on a chat app, anything works to play How 2 Escape together!

The only rule: It’s a game that relies on communication, so talk to one another and keep your screen for yourself!

How 2 Escape is an escape-simulation game where two players will need to cooperate with asymmetrical gameplay and devices. Collaborate and helping each others will be key to succeed!

2 players, 2 ways to play, First player on PC embodies the character trapped in the train, exploring and playing with the environment.

Second player will use the dedicated free companion app* to get various information trying to understand how to help the first player escape from this unfortunate trip…

60 Minutes

Each wagon is timed in different ways that you’ll discover. Running out of time means defeat. The longer you wait, the more difficult it is to see clearly… Both players will need to interact with each other and focus on their sense. Puzzles will require logic, coordination, observation and listening but most of all: communication! No time to chitchat. Get out of the trapped train. Every second counts.

Story-Train-lling

Emy wakes up, trapped in a runaway train filled with traps and puzzles. Her only way out? Reach the train engine and pull the brake lever. Luckily, her brother Johann is on the phone and can help her by providing crucial clues for Emy’s progression. Will you escape in time?