Underplayed Gems

Escape: Close Call (2016)

Escape: Close Call cover
Developer
Tarboosh Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 32 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

An adrenaline-fueled driving game that rewards risky near-misses and aggressive maneuvers, creating a tense and thrilling experience.

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What players say

Players compare it to Hotline Miami with cars, praising its addictive chase-and-drift gameplay. The early difficulty and lack of explanation frustrate some, but most find the risk-reward loop of surviving ten minutes or chasing high scores satisfying after learning the upgrades.

Screenshots

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