Underplayed Gems

Escape from Spikes (2025)

Escape from Spikes cover
Developer
Biversen, Ytsejam Game
Publisher
Ytsejam Game
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

a simple-looking platformer that constantly kills you with spikes, demanding patience and precise repetition.

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What players say

Players describe it as a minimalist precision platformer where collecting coins increases your speed, making later parts harder. It has 50 levels and a simple story, and the developer has updated old levels, leading to fun replays. Controls work well on controller but not on keyboard, and some players miss a dash ability.

Screenshots

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