A Way Out

 Xbox One
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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 255 Ratings

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  1. Xbox_Alive
    Mar 26, 2018
    9
    There aren’t too many co-op only games out there and I think that’s a shame because when done right a co-op only game can create a fantastic and very memorable experience. A Way Out is a game that I’ve been looking forward to since I first seen it at last year’s E3 and I must admit that I had high hopes for it. Thankfully A Way Out has reached my lofty expectations quite easily and in someThere aren’t too many co-op only games out there and I think that’s a shame because when done right a co-op only game can create a fantastic and very memorable experience. A Way Out is a game that I’ve been looking forward to since I first seen it at last year’s E3 and I must admit that I had high hopes for it. Thankfully A Way Out has reached my lofty expectations quite easily and in some ways done even better than I expected culminating in an absolutely fantastic adventure. The story will have you hooked from the get go and there are plenty of twists and turns along the way which definitely keep you intrigued throughout your time with the game. Those who like a decent length to a game will definitely find it here and in my opinion it stays with you for the right amount of time and has more than enough content to keep you satisfied. In terms of the gameplay there are many things for you to get to grips with and each different mechanic works flawlessly. Obviously this game is built on teamwork and when you work together it makes things become even more fun and enjoyable and ultimately you get a great sense of reward when completing the various tasks and puzzles. The puzzles that are dotted throughout the game have a good amount of variety to them and each puzzle feels completely different and you can also say that about the gameplay overall. No element ever feels the same and that without a doubt keeps things fresh and interesting at all times, which is very unique in a game of this ilk. Another thing that really impressed me about this game were the controls. The controls are very simple to get the hang of and they never feel awkward which is what I wanted from this style of game. With this being an indie game you wouldn’t expect much from the presentation side of things, but it delivers much more than I expected here. Visually the game looks great and is packed full of charm and when you combine this with the excellent sound design that’s on offer you end up thinking that you’re actually in a real-life movie. At the end of the day A Way Out is pretty much perfection and the amount of time and effort that’s gone into the game really stands out in all areas. The game is that good that my only gripe with it is the small technichal issues it suffers with and these can be overlooked very easily. Without a doubt this game gets a massive recommendation from me and when it’s all said and done it’s probably the best co-op only game I’ve ever played.… Expand
  2. DrZomboid
    Dec 15, 2018
    8
    Great co-op game, fun story with twist. High indy production but not blockbuster.
  3. TheFreeman148
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    This is an example of one of those games that you really need to experience for yourself. I played the whole campaign through with my brother and i cannot tell you how many times we shouted at the screen in excitement and nervousness. I really can't think of anything to compare it to because it is that unique of a game. The story is extremely moving and the unbelievable ending is one ofThis is an example of one of those games that you really need to experience for yourself. I played the whole campaign through with my brother and i cannot tell you how many times we shouted at the screen in excitement and nervousness. I really can't think of anything to compare it to because it is that unique of a game. The story is extremely moving and the unbelievable ending is one of those conclusions that will stick with you for awhile. Graphics on XBOX X are very good and the little mini games scattered throughout are extremely fun and addicting. You really need to play this with a close friend to get the true experience because the game really is a journey. To be honest, when i saw EA's stamp i was a little skeptical but, i can tell you that this game may have opened up a whole new genre for video games. I highly recommend this one folks.… Expand
  4. Atlas98
    Jan 28, 2020
    9
    One of the best splitscreen games you can possibly play, a masterpiece in terms of story that rivals even the best movies in Hollywood. Some cluckyness in the driving and shooting, but that doesnt ruining the experience. Overall a beautiful and engaging experience, that offers one the best in this generation 9/10.
  5. NabaDwA
    Mar 26, 2018
    10
    Keeping in mind this game is made by a small studio Hazelight, it's lived up to expectation. One of the best co-op games, truly fun and gameplay is far from repetitive. The story is great and takes unexpected twists. The small little mini games within the game keep things fun and competitive between the two players. It does well to blend the lighter and serious sides, great game.
  6. Tomcalifornia
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    the best game thanks Hazelight Studios thanks Josef Fares for beautiful game I love, please news game style Away out the big ig game thanks thanks thanks
  7. LilZombieGurl
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    One of the best games I have played this year, I love it to bits!
    10/10 from me the story was great and the characters were amazing.
    The ending was gob smacking.
  8. Keychain
    Mar 27, 2018
    9
    Seriously one of my favorite games to come out in recent times. It's truly unique and I can't really name any games that come close to it. It shares some elements to other products like Telltale games and Life is Strange, but it completely takes its own liberties and makes something new. The split-screen feature adds so much. It's not just some feature they threw in, they built this gameSeriously one of my favorite games to come out in recent times. It's truly unique and I can't really name any games that come close to it. It shares some elements to other products like Telltale games and Life is Strange, but it completely takes its own liberties and makes something new. The split-screen feature adds so much. It's not just some feature they threw in, they built this game around it. Being able to see two different perspectives of one world really does change the way the game is played and experienced. Also, Vincent and Leo are very likable and even relatable characters. The story buildup is crazy, and leads up to one of the best endings I've ever seen in a video game.

    The game isn't perfect. There is quite a bit of jank in there, clearly from low budgets and it being from a small studio. But a lot of it adds to the charm, and doesn't hinder the experience. When you play this game you need to suspend your disbelief, and really engage yourself in this journey. If you can't do that, then it's not the game for you. Also make sure your co-op partner is the same way. This game is meant to be played and enjoyed by two friends. DO NOT PLAY THIS GAME SINGLEPLAYER! The charm comes from experiencing it with a friend. So PLEASE take advantage of the Friend Pass and experience it the right way!

    I honestly can't believe that I didn't even pay for this game. I used the Friend Pass version to play with a friend who bought it. The fact that you can even do that is unheard of in today's video game environment, and I hope it inspires other companies to do similar things. It's so generous, and on top of that the game is only 30 dollars for what I would consider one of the best video game stories ever told. I'm going to go out and buy myself a personal copy of this game to put on my bookshelf, because the dev team behind this game truly put their hearts into it and they deserve success. I just hope this game gets the success that it deserves.

    Thank you for this great experience that I am still thinking about days after beating it.    … Expand
  9. RAULxPUDD
    Mar 25, 2018
    7
    Fun game, lots of dialog, voice acting is hit or miss at times. This seems to be one of those titles thats just different enough and indie enough to get overhyped and lots of the negatives typically pointed out in AAA titles are ignored in this game. If this game were an Xbox exclusive it would be getting 6'sor 7's across the board. It is when reduced to its basest frame a drama with lotsFun game, lots of dialog, voice acting is hit or miss at times. This seems to be one of those titles thats just different enough and indie enough to get overhyped and lots of the negatives typically pointed out in AAA titles are ignored in this game. If this game were an Xbox exclusive it would be getting 6'sor 7's across the board. It is when reduced to its basest frame a drama with lots of dialog and cutscenes mixed with QTEs at integral parts..yes they mix in some other mechanics...but i cant help but feel the game is a jack of all trades master of none. When did QTEs become good again??? Ryse was submarined for far far less QTEs. Solid co-op titles with humor and fun here and there...cookie cutter story and predictable dialog....simple problem solving...Game is a solid 7 ...good game worth playing.… Expand
  10. WailingPuma
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    I didn't see it coming. I swear to God it took me 200% by surprise. My chin literally dropped by the end of this game. Not only that, if you're a fan of telltales, it's a must play. If you want a split-screen co-op, its a must have game. The game has it's fun and tense moments. I played with my cousin, and I'm telling you, we were both screaming at the tv on several occasions while playingI didn't see it coming. I swear to God it took me 200% by surprise. My chin literally dropped by the end of this game. Not only that, if you're a fan of telltales, it's a must play. If you want a split-screen co-op, its a must have game. The game has it's fun and tense moments. I played with my cousin, and I'm telling you, we were both screaming at the tv on several occasions while playing this game… Expand
  11. ModernAtomX
    Mar 25, 2018
    9
    I have never been compelled to write a review, but here I am. This game is a shout-out to when games didn't have to follow the rules they set for gameplay. The gameplay was fun, and the setting was changed frequently which refreshed the game a little. There were, however, a few too many "quick-time" events that seemed unnecessary for me, but in many ways it was just as many as Tomb RaiderI have never been compelled to write a review, but here I am. This game is a shout-out to when games didn't have to follow the rules they set for gameplay. The gameplay was fun, and the setting was changed frequently which refreshed the game a little. There were, however, a few too many "quick-time" events that seemed unnecessary for me, but in many ways it was just as many as Tomb Raider - which some people adore.

    This game's story was also excellent. There are many reviews that were saying it wasn't, but I can utterly assure you that they did not complete the game. The story and the character development is top-notch, especially when compared to other modern games.

    Also, due to Origin allowing a friend to play for free, I was able to play this game for far cheaper than I thought I would. That was a very satisfying feeling, and to whomever is responsible, I would like to say thank you.

    I wouldn't say that this game is a masterpiece, but this game is genuinely a good game. 9/10    … Expand
  12. Ddog123_19
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is absolutely amazing! It is one of the best games i have played in years. The only thing bad about this game is the voice acting sometimes but i don't care because the story is so good. The ending is also amazing and is just a huge surprise. What makes this game even better is the fact that only one friend needs to buy the game in order to play online and that is just amazing because they could of made more money buy not doing the friend share mechanic and i give them props for that. I really do hope DLC comes out soon because i would love to know more about the story instead of the cut-scenes. for example the trade with Harvey and Leo i would love DLC getting the black orlov then it ends at selling it. So i do hope DLC comes out in the future.… Expand
  13. AnalythicAld
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a very good game in the category of graphics and history, the story tells of two men who were transferred to prison for committing a crime, it is a game of the genre adventure, it offers us very important things in games, not all games of today they have the modality of cooperative (co-op) and divided screen, and above all, you can buy, this is steam and has subtitles that translate the dialogue into Spanish, for people who do not understand English, just this Game is a masterpiece of Hazelight Studios, Thanks! Thanks 2018, Thank you Unreal Engine, Thanks Electronic Arts, Thanks Steam, Thanks Valve!.… Expand
  14. BigBootyBoi
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    I HEART this gaem sooOOo Much, thanks Hazelight Studios and Josef Fares for teh BeSTEST Gaem of ALL of my DAyz

    My second favortie gaem is Minions for the Sonee Blu Ray Player
  15. Fabbz
    Mar 29, 2018
    10
    An absolut fantastic journey together with someone beside you. Really beautiful.
    Such a good story and concept!
  16. mircopetruzzell
    Mar 31, 2018
    0
    Short game and not fun at all. Playing online is impossible because of constant connection failure. Complete the game once and no scope in playing again.
  17. Naruto78909
    Mar 26, 2018
    7
    This game gets 7 because of story the only problem is that its multiplayer only and sometimes you get teamates that ruin the experience
  18. CenkAlp
    Sep 21, 2019
    8
    Hikaye = 9
    Oynanış =8
    Grafikler = 7
    Sesler = 8
    Keyif = 9
    Atmosfer = 7
    Süre = 8
  19. Descorcho
    Mar 24, 2018
    0
    I have had such a bad experience with this game. The menu is awful and hard to use. When I choose between single play or invite players i cant. Mouse wont work and no keys will either. Such a bad game. If anyone knows why this is I need some help. I rebooted and repaired the game but i still cant select an option.
  20. nandika
    Sep 7, 2018
    9
    Nice, X enhanced graphics, beautiful atmosphere, not hard to beat, it's great to play with a friend or a girlfriend. Story-oriented, so not really replayable.
  21. 7lad
    Oct 28, 2019
    1
    Жаль потраченного времени. Игра, в которой создана иллюзия, будто от тебя что-то зависит. На деле, задумано только так, что нужно выбирать пути, которых можно было бы избежать. Сюжет не затягивает... Если вы думаете начинать играть в нее - не рекомендую.Жаль потраченного времени. Игра, в которой создана иллюзия, будто от тебя что-то зависит. На деле, задумано только так, что нужно выбирать пути, которых можно было бы избежать. Сюжет не затягивает... Если вы думаете начинать играть в нее - не рекомендую.
  22. bigpetegaming
    Dec 18, 2021
    0
    Absolutely horrible game all around. Shallow, dumb characters. Nobody acts like a real human being would. Dumb plot, very predictable, somehow tries to copy Shawshank in the beginning and Scarface near the end, both points in game are terrible. Gameplay is dull, especially when only one character can do something. it was unbelievably clunky throughout every aspect, everything was so basicAbsolutely horrible game all around. Shallow, dumb characters. Nobody acts like a real human being would. Dumb plot, very predictable, somehow tries to copy Shawshank in the beginning and Scarface near the end, both points in game are terrible. Gameplay is dull, especially when only one character can do something. it was unbelievably clunky throughout every aspect, everything was so basic and boring. The shooting part was completely let down by the fact that there's only 4 gun choices. The gun dealer made absolutely no sense, terrible character. As a matter of fact, everyone was a terrible character. Not a single likeable person. All the dialogue and one liners are devoid of any personality or originality, voice acting was terrible and as bad as laugable. Only played through the game because I could play it with my girlfriend. The only two good things were the co-op support and the twist at the end. Good twist. Still terrible story. Everyone invovled in making this game should be ashamed, because they could've done a much, much better job, and it's unfortunate that they took a good idea and reduced it down to this drivel.
    I literally made an account to leave this review, I was so upset at how bad this game was.

    P.S. Why did Leo's character always sound like he had a stuffed nose or something? His voice was just terrible.    … Expand
  23. jenorris
    Mar 26, 2018
    7
    A good Tale Tale type game with co-op mechanics no seen before. Very good to play once with a friend. only one person needs to buy. Its not really a "game" but its more of a game than sea of thieves is. recommended to play its a good experience.
  24. memus
    Jan 29, 2023
    6
    An enjoyable coop experience, but strongly overshadowed by the 'It takes two' masterpiece.

    +Movie homages are fun. Especially direct scenes from Oldboy and Scarface. +The 70s aesthetic looks great. +The coop aspect is fun. -The dark and serious tone clashes with coop fun. Again, 'It takes two' balanced the tone and gameplay much better. -The mechanics are too shallow. They're not    An enjoyable coop experience, but strongly overshadowed by the 'It takes two' masterpiece.

    +Movie homages are fun. Especially direct scenes from Oldboy and Scarface.
    +The 70s aesthetic looks great.
    +The coop aspect is fun.

    -The dark and serious tone clashes with coop fun. Again, 'It takes two' balanced the tone and gameplay much better.
    -The mechanics are too shallow. They're not bad per se and everything works fine. Also, that's cool that the game rotates mechanics quite often. Still, in many places, the game felt like a simplified Uncharted clone, which took me out of it.    … Expand
  25. Achtlos
    Apr 23, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really enjoyed this. It's cheap, it's a great experience. The ending is predictable (although very much in line with the 70s movie feel)The ending is really jarring to have to face my own co-op partner at the end after what we had got through. For a small budget game it is very good. For the enjoyment we had, this deserves it's 9/10. But I wish there was a 3rd ending... I must be soft.… Expand
  26. flaviofearn
    Apr 23, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, just finished with my wife and we both loved and had a lot of fun! It's a must play for sure!
  27. guiletheguiles
    Aug 2, 2020
    6
    A Way Out was surprisingly fun!

    It's a game filled with bugs, bad dialogue, ridiculous action-movie-sequences, cliche characters and clunky gameplay, but somehow... It kinda works? I think Way Out's trump card is the co-op. Playing this game alone would ultimately feel like a waste of time, but when you're playing with s friend, you get the most out of this weird experience. It's a    A Way Out was surprisingly fun!

    It's a game filled with bugs, bad dialogue, ridiculous action-movie-sequences, cliche characters and clunky gameplay, but somehow... It kinda works?

    I think Way Out's trump card is the co-op. Playing this game alone would ultimately feel like a waste of time, but when you're playing with s friend, you get the most out of this weird experience. It's a mini-game bonanza!

    There's a real sense of cooperation, very light planning and competition. Some moments got me sleepy, but others were just plain entertaining. Like the very good plot twist in the final chapter that surprised me and sort of changed the story perspective of the game. Or the well-directed hospital chapter.
    Actually, the worst parts of the game are set during the prison. When it "opens up", it's nice.

    I recommend this game if you're doing it by couch co-op. You're going to have a blast.
    If you play it any other way, don't even bother.    … Expand
  28. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 22, 2018
    8
    A way out
    great storytelling
    A Way it is a cinematic adventure game that has to be played with 2 players. Either Couch Co Op or with an online friend, I ended up playing couch co op and found this to be the best option if its possible. if not, you can invinte any friend to play with you from start to finish even if they don’t have to game The forced co op is a bit of a draw back    A way out
    great storytelling
    A Way it is a cinematic adventure game that has to be played with 2 players.
    Either Couch Co Op or with an online friend,
    I ended up playing couch co op and found this to be the best option if its possible.
    if not, you can invinte any friend to play with you from start to finish even if they don’t have to game
    The forced co op is a bit of a draw back though, its hard to find someone willing to tolerate you and your hilarious jokes for a full 5 an a half hours that it takes to finish this game.
    I played the arrogant, cocky and short tempered leo and my partner played as the calm and in control Vincent.
    this game is basically the grown up version of the rugrats,
    you get your trusty screwdriver and as a team you have to find a way out of prison to go after a mutual enemy.
    this is a lot of one person distracting and finding a way to take guard attention from an area, while the other player inches closer to the target, coming up with clever ways to sneak tools back to your cell and look out for eachother while getting it done..
    This game doesn’t fully take place in prison though, youll find yourself on a farm as well as getting to know these characters and their families..
    making you care how the story plays out for each..
    there are moments of driving and third person shooting..
    the gameplay is constantly pulling the narrative forward..
    you never feel stuck or stagnant..
    constantly going..
    the 5 and a half hours flies by…
    And throughout the story there will be choices to make that are either more passive or more aggressive..
    choices that need to be agreed on by both players before you can move on..
    its tough to go into detail without spoiling, but I loved the journey this game took me on.. I loved the story and all of its twists..
    I loved not knowing where the game was going to take me next…
    this game shines during the moments where communication is necessary, where you have to use timing, hwere you have to watch for and distract guards while your partner gets to work…
    there really is no negative here other than again, this game has to be played with another person…
    you cant switch back and forth between controllers, there are moments here where that just wont work.
    This is a great game to sit down and spend some time with someone with
    especially if both of you can get lost in your characters.
    I give A way Out
    a 8.0/10    … Expand
  29. nekocrouton
    May 13, 2018
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There were good parts to this game, but there were also not-so-good parts as well. In concept, the game sounded great considering full couch co-op games are hard to come by nowadays. Hazelight tried something new, and I can't hate them or fault them for that. But the execution was kind of sloppy at times. I played through this with my husband who was even more disillusioned with the game than I was, and it was like pulling teeth sometimes to get him to finish playing the game with me. And although it was a fun, unique experience at times, overall it was... just a game. Not one that I care to slog through again.

    The voice acting was kind of tilted at times, and didn't come off as natural. I know that a lot of this had to do with both the voice actors and the writers not being native English speakers, but it really did take you out of what was supposed to be an immersive game, especially one that was largely based off of iconic American cop dramas of the 70's. And the way they did optional conversations and how you had to be careful where and when you activated them lest you miss out on something, was really kind of sloppy.

    The environments were interesting, but overall nothing special. And especially the gameplay parts through some of the areas, like the woods after breaking out of the prison, were kind of boring. I can't think back to one part of the game where I'm like, "I really need to play through that part again." Also, while the little mini games you could play throughout the game were neat, there was nothing about the game that really compelled me to play them. You could play them, or you could not, they didn't really bring anything to the story and I felt like they were just there to inflate your gameplay time. The only part that I thought was somewhat creative was the part in the hospital, when you suddenly go to a side view and you feel like you're playing Bad Dudes. But it's not like that hasn't been done before as well.

    The gunplay (once you got to it) was... nothing special to talk about. If anything, it was a little bit wonky with aiming and such. And don't get me started on the driving/motorcycle parts. The motorcycle chase, while impressive in a couple of areas, was also extremely frustrating to get through.

    The story was... basically just a giant cliche. I see what Hazelight and Josef Fares was trying to do with their throwbacks to iconic movies such as Scarface and The Shawshank Redemption, but in doing that, all it succeeded in doing was making the game feel like there wasn't much in it that was creatively theirs. And the plot twist was just... not good. If you're to have believed that you built up this trusting friendship between the main characters, it totally got destroyed by the twist. Not to mention that it made most of what happened in the game completely unbelievable at that point, with how many police officers you end up killing/subduing throughout the span of the game. I can think of so many other, believable ways to make that particular plot point work out better, but all it did was cheapen the experience. At that point, I had built up some fondness for the characters, but after the twist, I didn't really care about them anymore. It was all for naught. And sure, I did get a little misty-eyed at the end, but it was more from anger and frustration rather than legitimate sadness. Bad writing makes me angry, and that was just bad writing.

    I had been looking forward to this game since I heard about it at E3 last year. Am I glad I played it? Yes. But is it what I expected? No. Will I play it again? Not likely.    … Expand
  30. sanicrivls
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    great game, other co op games are runed for me compared to how good this game is.
  31. jikflet
    Mar 27, 2022
    9
    What a game. amazing coop experience. a must play from beginning to end. great characters, multiple choices and two different endings. great experience
  32. antoniomit
    Jan 26, 2019
    9
    No hay muchos juegos para jugar con tu amigo, disfrutar de cada momento juntos y depender uno del otro. En cada momento se puede ver que haces tu y que hace el. Si era algo mas largo le daria un 10
  33. gamesEtal
    Apr 1, 2018
    10
    A Way Out consegue ser um dos melhores jogos coop ja criados o game conseguer ter varias sequencias de açao bem feitas,gameplay fluida,personagens carismaticos e com momentos emocionantes como no final no qual ocorre uma baita duma reviravolta

    Pontos positivos
    Graficos bonitos
    Personagens carismaticos
    gameplay bem feita
    coop exelente
    historia muito boa
  34. TJYOURFRIEND
    May 17, 2018
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a story driven game where the user is given options for the characters to get through their journey. The main problem with this is that none of these options affect the outcome of the game. Granted the options do lead to different gameplay segments. The shooting system in the game is decent. There are a handful of models that seem like pretty basic things that should have better physics (for example a bullet proof vest seen in a cut scene is completely rigid and stuck looking like some invisible person is wearing it). The story is pretty predictable and is evident that it is inspired by movies like Shaw Shank and Scar Face. It’s not inherently bad for a plot line to be inspired by other forms of media, but at times it feels like it just took things directly out of a movie and then called its own property. There is little to no replay ability. For $30 that’s a huge issue. The backgrounds are very well made and the animation is good for the most part.

    Overall this game is over hyped and you would be far better off just watching a let’s play than actually playing it yourself.    … Expand
  35. UncleBusty
    Oct 16, 2018
    5
    A Way Out's goal was to set out to revolutionize the co-op experience. Sadly, I think they came up short in that regard. The beginning was a very, slow grumbling start to a mediocre experience. The charm of co-op games was definitely used in this game but that charm wore off very soon about halfway through the game. Escaping from the prison was an excellent story design but after that theA Way Out's goal was to set out to revolutionize the co-op experience. Sadly, I think they came up short in that regard. The beginning was a very, slow grumbling start to a mediocre experience. The charm of co-op games was definitely used in this game but that charm wore off very soon about halfway through the game. Escaping from the prison was an excellent story design but after that the game came to a grinding halt that turned into simple mundane tasks such as "go here or grab that or talk to her". The controls were very unique but not enough to save the weak story and gameplay.… Expand
  36. ahmeddodi
    Jan 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very beautiful story
    A very beautiful story that plays with emotions, I recommend that you play the game with your friend on the same device    … Expand
  37. dante88
    Apr 6, 2019
    8
    I played this game with my mom because she also loves videogames. We had a lot of fun playing this game together. The graphics are ok and the story is interesting, from start to finish. She also liked the game.
  38. fmathez
    Apr 14, 2021
    9
    Magnifique jeu que j'ai fait avec mon fils. L'histoire est prenante avec une fin pleine de surprises. Les phases de jeu sont parfaitement pensées. On regrette juste de ne pas pouvoir choisir sa fin....
  39. Cedoch
    Jan 28, 2021
    10
    A great Game ! Thank you to the developers! I love this game. Try it ! You’ll have a great time.
  40. Nerevarinho
    Nov 2, 2021
    8
    Expected a short prison-escape game, but it become a much more, and deep.
    But it should have had options at the end, I did not like the pre-scripted inevitable ending of the story.
    On Xbox Series S the framerate was not stable, often it was 30 fps, then sometimes 60 fps.
  41. TheCrimsonborn
    Dec 12, 2021
    3
    Not bad, not good. Did not satisfy my expectations.The controls and mechanics are not modern at all, it's simply a made and published game.
    Also story is awful af.
  42. tom974
    Nov 29, 2021
    7
    This is a good game but the mechanics which are mainly borrowed from the studio's previous title are getting old. Graphics are nice, the game is smooth, the story is cool, it is a fun coop game, I just think there were more potential things to do on the gameplay side of the game.
  43. garethvine22
    Apr 26, 2020
    8
    Um bom jogo que traz de volta aquela velha sensação de zerar um jogo em tela dividida.
  44. yP3DR0y
    Nov 7, 2019
    9
    JOGÃO, SÓ PECA NOS GRÁFICOS E ANIMAÇÕES. Vale muito a pena jogar, recomendo altamente. História emocionante e perfeito para o coop, por mais jogos assim EA.
  45. montabone
    Feb 23, 2021
    9
    Juegazo. Inesperado, lo empecé sin muchas expectativas y me sorprendió enormemente. Si tienes dudas sobre si jugarlo o no, definitivamente hazlo.
  46. GabFire
    Aug 9, 2020
    6
    Eu tinha lido uma vez, que o desenvolvedor do jogo disse que a maioria vai odiar esse jogo porque não têm capacidade de entendê-lo da forma como ele é feito. Sério?!
    Eu não vi nada de especial nesse jogo, muito pelo contrário, me decepcionou, e deixou claro que hoje em dia qualquer um dentro da EA Games é um mero egocêntrico.
  47. Stan_Osbourne
    Apr 11, 2022
    8
    Great co-op shooter! We went through it with a friend just drunk, it was a great adventure. The variety of levels, attention to detail, different mini-games, and good direction (almost always) make this game one of the best co-op shooters ever.

    The only drawback is, perhaps, some jambs in the plot (that famous Schroddinger pistol), and of course two endings, both equally bad. It was    Great co-op shooter! We went through it with a friend just drunk, it was a great adventure. The variety of levels, attention to detail, different mini-games, and good direction (almost always) make this game one of the best co-op shooters ever.

    The only drawback is, perhaps, some jambs in the plot (that famous Schroddinger pistol), and of course two endings, both equally bad. It was necessary to make one, a solid one, but that's it. This is a very good game that is not a sin to play with a friend. Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  48. anykey_
    Apr 3, 2021
    8
    Nice gaming experience for two. All mechanics except shooting are well done. The game knows how to put in interesting situations. Deservedly eight. The graphics are of course such themselves. But, this is a movie. Loved it in playthroughs with a friend on Xbox Series S.
  49. yangfanhong
    Jan 20, 2021
    9
    This game is perfect for local duel players, providing fun gameplay and great story.
  50. patopatoso
    Jan 21, 2022
    10
    É a definição do que é um jogo cooperativo, sempre inovando na jogabilidade e com uma história de sessão da tarde no melhor sentido. Sim a gameplay não é perfeita, tem alguns bugs e é travada, mas não chegou a atrapalhar e serviu pra dar umas risadas.
  51. Mrdtgamer6
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    It was unforgettable with an unexpected finishing . I think this was the best co op game ever.
  52. HypeChecked
    Jun 24, 2020
    8
    amazing game with a great storyline akin to a movie. emotions well handed , gameplay wise it doesn t excell in anything but the sum of all the gameplay elements just works.
  53. ZackWA99
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    A coop game you and a friend should absolutely play. The gameplay is simplistic but it's fine. Good amount of qte if you're not into those. The split screen visual was very well done and helped make this game more unique. Some very nice action sequences throughout. The story is overall great, though I personally wasn't a fan of part of the ending, I felt they should've went another wayA coop game you and a friend should absolutely play. The gameplay is simplistic but it's fine. Good amount of qte if you're not into those. The split screen visual was very well done and helped make this game more unique. Some very nice action sequences throughout. The story is overall great, though I personally wasn't a fan of part of the ending, I felt they should've went another way with it after the big reveal. The dialogue you have with others and your partner are cool and there's some good humor as well (I laughed my ass off when I had a conversation with a woman in a trailer park). The fact only one person has to buy the game is very pro consumer. Overall I highly recommend it.… Expand
  54. penerico123
    Nov 15, 2020
    8
    Es un gran juego multijugador para jugar con amigos aunque el juego sea corto es muy disfrutable por las interacciones entre los dos protagonistas y el final tan inesperado.
  55. elirac
    Mar 27, 2021
    9
    An incredible game to play with a partner. It is a little bit short, but it will take you to an amazing adventure that you will never forget
  56. EneaMars
    Dec 13, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Played in multiplayer local thanks to Xbox game pass. We really enjoyed the game, it was not hard but still challenging. A bit disappointing the ending. Yes, cool the plot twist, but still, we thought something else. We were both surprised it’s a EA game, since we incurred to just a couple of bugs or difficulties, while many other EA games were much worse. Still fun to play and recommend. Something to try if you have a flat mate or someone that lives with you, since it’s taking 6/7 hours to complete.… Expand
  57. AltairMorhen
    Dec 14, 2020
    9
    A Way Out it's literally a way out of the common games nowadays. Rescuing the co-op local, the title offers a good history with a great mechanic of "help each other" to succeed on the levels, besides the fun of the past, where we sat on the sofa and play very fun games with our friends and family.
  58. Rayees
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    Amazing co-op game.

    1. A compulsory co-op gameplay. 2. Amazing storyline. 3. It has great visuals and enjoyable cinematic scenes. 4. Both the players can choose an option out of two, when given choices, and progress their gameplay accordingly. 5. Good character settings and intense background story of main characters. 6. Emotions are portrayed through characters’ actions and    Amazing co-op game.

    1. A compulsory co-op gameplay.
    2. Amazing storyline.
    3. It has great visuals and enjoyable cinematic scenes.
    4. Both the players can choose an option out of two, when given choices, and progress their gameplay accordingly.
    5. Good character settings and intense background story of main characters.
    6. Emotions are portrayed through characters’ actions and words.
    7. Team HAZELIGHT, headed by Josef Fares, has done a superb job which can be enjoyed by the players.
    8. This is the first game which I have completed on my Xbox, playing along with one of my friends.
    9. To know what truly happens with Vincent and Leo, step into their shoes and you’ll find- A Way Out.    … Expand
  59. NicoleSS
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    Exceptionally great gameplay and unique little features throughout. Thoroughly enjoyed!
  60. Mulder46
    Mar 15, 2021
    10
    Un gran juego que no esperaba tanto de él, pocos hay cooperativos en local, con una historia muy original y sorprendente, no esperaba ciertas cosas que ocurren.... un nivel facilito que te hace no perderte de la historia... me encantó!
  61. AyhanKose
    Feb 16, 2021
    8
    The puzzles are great cinema tics are perfect but game is working to increase time with some boring parts but they are not too much.
  62. MohammdEid
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best and fun games I played on the launch I never imagined I will relate to this game to this class the story is wonderful the game is good and the way to play was innovative and helped in the fun of the game great and the sound and the track is wonderful negative game is drawings that look from 2015 and the physics of the game… Expand
  63. zezeljmare
    Jun 22, 2021
    9
    EN:
    Total refreshment. There aren’t many co-op games. This is one of them. Great for playing with a friend, sister, brother ... Praise for EA for giving a free version for another player. The story is a classic prison escape, with a great dose of action and excitement.
    SRB: Totalno osveženje. Ne postoji mnogo co-op igara. Ova je jedna od njih. Odlična za igranje sa prijateljem,    EN:
    Total refreshment. There aren’t many co-op games. This is one of them. Great for playing with a friend, sister, brother ... Praise for EA for giving a free version for another player. The story is a classic prison escape, with a great dose of action and excitement.

    SRB:
    Totalno osveženje. Ne postoji mnogo co-op igara. Ova je jedna od njih. Odlična za igranje sa prijateljem, sestrom, bratom... Pohvale za EA što daje gratis verziju za drugog igrača. Priča je klasično bekstvo iz zatvora, sa odličnom dozom akcije i uzbuđenja.    … Expand
  64. new_casual
    Sep 11, 2021
    8
    Great little journey to watch and participate with your friend and, of course, there is some to talk about after.
  65. Alberporte
    Oct 6, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen juego, para jugar a pantalla partida.
    Sorprendente el final de la historia.    … Expand
  66. Kingkaszii13
    Jan 2, 2022
    6
    Całkiem ciekawa rozgrywka, z historią, która potrafi wciągnąć pełna zmian w historii, które dają dodatkową rozrywkę we dwoje
  67. wlfgrl
    Apr 3, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played this with an old friend that i’m not longer in contact with. I treasure the times we had while playing this game and the tears we shared towards the end. I love how you really, REALLY don’t have any option to save your friend because it hurts, and i’m a masochist.… Expand
  68. Chirritox
    Oct 27, 2022
    8
    Juego pulento hermano recomendado.100% con su mejor amigo/enemigo la musica es muy buena igualmente que el gameplay su historia vale mucho.
  69. OCTAHOBKA
    Jul 18, 2022
    8
    Это игра далеко не шедевр , графика , физика, стрельба, механики — все устаревшее. Но сюжет. Это что-то невероятное. На протяжении всей игры меня ничего не захватывало, но конец , последний час игры— это шедевр. Советую к прохождению 100%( но учитывайте ,что игра не особо большая ,часиков 8-10(Это игра далеко не шедевр , графика , физика, стрельба, механики — все устаревшее. Но сюжет. Это что-то невероятное. На протяжении всей игры меня ничего не захватывало, но конец , последний час игры— это шедевр. Советую к прохождению 100%( но учитывайте ,что игра не особо большая ,часиков 8-10(
  70. trinovatic
    Nov 27, 2022
    8
    Juegazo, de los mejores juegos cooperativos que he jugado, me trae recuerdos la cantidad de enojos y risas que tuve con la persona que lo jugué. Muy buena historia.
  71. Cody_
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Without a doubt, one of my most genuine 10/10 ratings. For a dumpster fire of a gaming company, this was a masterpiece from start to finish
  72. sambalamba
    Jan 31, 2023
    6
    Sehr durchschnittliches Spiel mit höhen und Tiefen Jedoch wird die schlechte Grafik und das unkreative gameplay durch den spaß mit dem Spielpartner wieder gutgemacht
  73. Dayvidhd
    May 22, 2023
    8
    esse jogo me surpreendeu, não dava nada nele ate jogar! muito divertido pra jogar com um brother
  74. Bulba2555
    Jul 3, 2023
    8
    Let's be honest. The game has a rather weak ending. But still, this is a very exciting cooperative game. She is interesting. It is openly not afraid of foul language, nudity. Pretty interesting quests. Feel free to put 8.
  75. amandil
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    I wouldn't say his story is boring if he didn't have a different story. If you want to play a game with a story with your friend, you don't have much choice anyway. If you are looking for a game to play with your friend, you should definitely try it.
  76. Caffe
    Sep 3, 2023
    5
    One of the video games with the dumbest story ever. it was fun to play it with my friend but the game is not worth it.

Awards & Rankings

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#50 Best Xbox One Game of 2018
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#16 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2018
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#21 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2018

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 6, 2018
    75
    Thanks to its purely co-op gameplay, A Way Out is a beautiful experience, which heavily involves both players throughout the adventure.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    May 1, 2018
    90
    Makes co-op gameplay more worthwhile than anything else before it. [May 2018, p.84]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Apr 26, 2018
    60
    A game that never quite finds a level of consistency to fully engage you. [June 2018, p.114]
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