Platforms
- PCSep 9, 20218.0playscore7.520 Critics8.82.95K Players
- PlayStation 5Jan 25, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.81.89K Players
- Xbox Series X|SSep 9, 20218.5playscore8.332 Critics9.21.80K Players
- PlayStation 4Jan 25, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox OneSep 9, 20218.2playscore7.99 Critics9.21.80K Players
- Nintendo SwitchJan 25, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
55 critic reviews · 6 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Francis’s story is memorable and powerful, and the environments he shreds through are truly a sight to behold. People who enjoy the aesthetics of artists like the late David Bowie should absolutely give this game a look, especially if they also happen to be musicians themselves. You might learn a bit about what you actually want for yourself in life and become inspired to visit a Cosmic Extraordinary of your own.
Joe Devader · Feb 06, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - The Artful Escape is a thrill. It’s true that the most joyous bits of action are underused – in terms of both playtime and what they could give the story – and some scarce but present graphical issues on Switch are a shame. Overall, though, the strengths are major, the niggles minor, and it will strike a chord with any pipe-dreaming rock star.
Roland Ingram · Feb 01, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - The adventure does ultimately end up being a worthwhile one, with interesting characters, an incredible art style, and great music. But if there were more to the gameplay, the game – and its world – could have offered so much more.
Graham Banas · Jan 26, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - The Artful Escape is a fantastic musical experience with an incredible presentation. It tells a very personal story, full of memorable characters, and performances. The actual gameplay is a bit lacking, but the game makes up for it with its spectacle.
Ali Hashmi · Sep 20, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - The Artful Escape's musical guitar mechanics never reach the heights of its showstopping visuals, but Francis' journey of self-discovery is universal—his just happens to be part of a spectacular, laser-powered light show that will leave your head spinning and ears ringing.
Rachel Watts · Sep 17, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Challenging as that may be, The Artful Escape is nevertheless a thrilling adventure that commits fully to showcasing its gorgeous art in soaring set pieces. Though some of the dialogue doesn’t work, the game is largely successful at stripping out anything that would distract from its masterful presentation. Unlike Francis Vendetti at the beginning of his journey, The Artful Escape knows exactly what it is.
Andrew King · Sep 14, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review - More than just a massive audiovisual trip, The Artful Escape also features a shockingly relatable story and sprinkles of rhythm-based and platforming gameplay that help develop its overall narrative with little effort. It might not exactly be a game for everyone, considering the fact it is absolutely devoid of any semblance of difficulty, and its themes are largely aimed towards music buffs and/or the Wes Anderson crowd.
Leo Faria · Sep 10, 2021 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - The Artful Escape is an unforgettable psychedelic journey. Its short length helps its simple mechanics stay fresh so you can focus on Francis’ journey and its stunning visuals. Perhaps fully embracing the medium could have made this something even more special, but it’s an experience all its own, and that’s okay. Much like the game tries to teach Francis, sometimes you can just have to be what you are.
Andrew Thornton · Sep 10, 2021 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - A tour de force of light and sound, The Artful Escape is unlike anything else you’ve played. With no easy genre label to stick on the game, the only way you’ll know if you’re going to enjoy it is to try it. It’s a trip alright, one that will have your foot tapping and your head rocking from start to finish.
Kim Snaith · Sep 09, 2021 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - The Artful Escape is a tender look at creativity and finding your voice coated in outlandish visuals, an electrifying soundtrack, and a ton of lasers.
Carli Velocci · Sep 09, 2021 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Reviewed on Series X|S
- Reviewed on PS5
- Reviewed on XB1
- Reviewed on PC,XB1
- Rated on PS4
- Rated on PS5
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
The Artful Escape of Francis Vendetti is a video game about great expectations, famous folk singers, lingering shadows, space Gods, hallucinogens, individuality, reptile shops, and wild imaginations. It's an action, adventure, exploration, narrative driven, musical-laser-light-battle kind of game.
Developer: Beethoven & Dinosaur