We’re so glad to see players having fun with the Mayan DLC and diving into the new rooms! It’s always amazing to see how creative and engaged our community is. A big thank you to everyone who reported bugs and helped us improve the game.
We also want to say how incredibly grateful we are for the warm welcome you've given to Escape Simulator 2. Seeing the community's excitement has been amazing—it truly means the world to us. Thank you for your support!
Now, onto the updates! Here’s what’s new with this hotfix:
Changelog:
Resolved bugs in puzzles involving the feather, post-it notes, and plates.
Adjusted running and walking speed for better pacing (You can also adjust walking speed in the options > advanced > movement speed)
Resolved various out-of-bounds issues, including the snake model and upstairs areas.
Fixed several checkpoint bugs across rooms for smoother progression.
Updated multiple translations.
Improved shader functionality: Added "FalloffMultiplier" to the "ProjectorTransparency" shader for adjustable falloff opacity.
Enhanced main menu stability: Fixed issue where double-clicking tabs or packs could prematurely open levels.
Fixed multiplayer puzzles not triggering in certain cases.
Low-poly optimizations for rocks, foliage, statues, and interactive objects. (you can turn on additional optimizations in the options>graphics)
Fixed radar stuck bug and controller issues with cages.
Added new 4x4 white texture.
Tweaked palm assets for consistency and visual improvements.
-Pine team
Escape Simulator 2 is Coming Soon!
Dear escapers,
We’re thrilled to finally reveal Escape Simulator 2, the sequel to the game that you’ve helped make a tremendous success. Dive into stunning new environments, deeper puzzles, Room Editor 2.0, and exciting hidden secrets.
A sequel gives us the freedom to push the boundaries of escape rooms further. We’ve improved rendering, networking, physics, and animations while exploring darker, more mysterious themes. It’s a fresh start to bring you even more ambitious gameplay ideas.
FAQ
Will Escape Simulator still get updates?
Absolutely! With the recent Mayan DLC and more content on the way, we’ll keep supporting the original game while introducing it to new platforms.
Is it scary?
Escape Simulator 2 has a darker and more mysterious vibe, but it’s not a horror game—no jump scares, no gore.
What about platforms?
We’re launching on Steam with Steam Deck support. Other platforms are planned for later.
When’s the release date?
We’re not ready to announce a release date just yet, but stay tuned!
What’s the price?
Pricing isn’t finalized, but we’re committed to keeping it fair.
Help Us Shape the Game
We’d love your input! Share your thoughts and ideas on Discord or email us at community@pinestudio.com. This game is built for our amazing community of escapers, puzzle solvers, and builders - you!
Wishlist Escape Simulator 2 now on Steam and stay tuned for more updates!
Mayan DLC is coming with four brand-new escape rooms, and, as always, each room is packed with challenging puzzles and ancient mysteries. Also, let's not forget, take a look at these new and shiny Mayan Adventurer outfits!
Let's see what's coming your way:
Escape Simulator is currently at its biggest discount yet. You can get it for only $9.99 / 8.49€ / £7.49! The best value is the Collector’s Edition, which includes the base game, all four DLCs, and the soundtrack.
Watch your step in the Mayan jungle! Quick, take this FAQ!
How many rooms are included in this DLC? Like our other paid DLCs, the Mayan DLC brings four new escape rooms, each designed to offer around 45 minutes of gameplay.
What is the price for the DLC? The Mayan DLC is priced at $5.99 / 5.99 € / £4.99!
How many friends can I invite to join me in the Mayan DLC multiplayer? You can play with up to 10 players, though for the best experience, we recommend a group of 2-3 players.
Is Mayan DLC VR-compatible? Yes, VR support is included and ready for the Mayan DLC.
Will Mayan DLC be available on Meta Quest? Yes, Mayan DLC is coming to Quest in January 2025
Do my friends need to own the Mayan DLC to join me in co-op? Yes, each player in multiplayer mode will need to own the Mayan DLC to play together.
I want to use Mayan DLC props in the Room Editor, but I don’t see them available. What should I do? Mayan DLC props will be added to the Room Editor next week. These props will be accessible to all players, regardless of whether they own the DLC.
Are there any new achievements with the DLC? While we considered adding new achievements, we decided against it to avoid impacting players who have already fully completed the game.
What should I do if I encounter any bugs or crashes? If you run into any issues, please report them via email at community@pinestudio.com or on our Discord server in the #bugs channel. Sending your .LOG file will help us resolve issues quickly.
Introduced new Mayan-themed character customization options.
General Improvements
Added support for Dial and Turnable in custom Lua scripts. Learn more here.
Fixed an issue where the Dial sound would sometimes play indefinitely.
Updated the Unity engine version for enhanced stability and performance.
Added an optimization setting to improve performance on low-end devices. Details here.
Adjusted sound behavior to pause when the Steam overlay is active in the main menu.
Resolved an issue where chat messages would break when changing the in-game language.
Added a Room Info button in the client UI for custom rooms.
Added a mysterious countdown to the main menu.
VR Improvements
Fixed a bug causing item interactions to glitch when handling multiple hinges in VR.
-Pine team
ES:VR hotfix 12?
VR Improvements:
The trashcan can now be opened from any distance, allowing for easier interaction from afar.
The trashcan item bubble now scales with distance, making it simpler to grab items from a distance.
Level Fixes & Enhancements:
Versus Mode: Fixed a bug where rooms would occasionally disappear when playing in VR.
Versus: Beginner: Fixed an issue that allowed players to manually open doors in the final room.
Versus: Expert: Enhanced interaction with the first room’s puzzle (shape connection puzzle) for a smoother experience.
Oculus Updates:
Added two new official rooms: Versus: Beginner and Versus: Expert!
Improved overall performance across all official rooms for a better Oculus experience.
Enjoy!
Talos Update Hotfix #2
General Updates:
🎃 New Halloween Theme (Menu)
Level Version in Lobby – Now, see the current level version directly in the lobby for easier tracking.
Multiplayer Fixes – Resolved an issue with restarts in cross-platform multiplayer games.
Cross-Platform Lobby Fix – Fixed a bug where Steam Workshop would incorrectly appear in cross-platform lobbies.
Character Fix – Female western hairstyle no longer disappears on certain levels.
VR Updates:
Improved Item Throwing – New item throwing algorithm (Toggle in Options > VR > Other if you’d like to switch it off).
Larger Text for Easy Reading – Version info in the main menu and lobby is now bigger and clearer.
Floating Item Fix – Resolved an issue where items would sometimes float if another player dropped them.
Level Fixes:
The Graveyard Room – Magic wand now registers drawing points accurately when drawing.
Talos Level – VR players will no longer see unintended papers in their inventory.
Meta Quest Updates:
Graveyard room is now available – Get ready for thrills with our brand-new Halloween-themed room!
Community Room: The Letters Room – Check out this fresh addition to our community room collection!
Our newest Community Picks: Autumn Edition
Hey everyone!
We’re back with another quest to find the brightest stars among the community rooms, and we’ve got some exciting new picks for you.
This time, we’re kicking things off with the top three rooms from the Mystery Pack Community Challenge, the latest creative effort from our amazing Discord community.
The Top 3 from the Mystery Pack Community Challenge
So, what was The Mystery Pack Community Challenge all about? The challenge invited creators to design unique escape rooms using at least four of ten provided objects which had to be meaningfully integrated into puzzles or storytelling.
Let's see which rooms were the best!
The Human Institute of Having Hands
In this community room, you and a friend participate in quirky experiments to learn everything about having human hands. Yep. Designed for two to four players, you’ll be split up and must communicate through voice chat or text to complete the tests. Created in under 18 days for the 2024 Community Challenge, this co-op room features fun, hands-on puzzles. While some players encountered minor technical issues, the overall experience was praised for its creativity and engaging gameplay.
In Miasma: The Cursed Amulet by Dr Krank, you are drawn into the mystery surrounding an ancient amulet buried with Esmeralda, the wife of Edmund Davies. Some believe the amulet, a gift from her husband before her sudden death, is cursed. Recently reported missing, you must sneak into the Davies' mansion to uncover the truth and possibly claim the amulet for yourself. The room offers a rich narrative, atmospheric environments, and creative use of props. Players have praised the immersive story and ambiance, though some encountered a minor issue with item placement that required a restart. Ideal for single or multiplayer sessions, this medium-hard room offers an engaging 1-hour experience.
GetOffMyBeard is behind this community room gem, where you are trapped inside the tomb of King Tut, with puzzles and surprises that hold the key to your freedom. Time is short, and you must offer four sacrifices or risk being trapped forever. This room is part of the Mystery Pack Community Challenge and features contributions from several creators, including an amulet by Brushstroke and a Magic 8 Ball by Arnau Llobera Donoso. While the room’s atmosphere and puzzles were praised, some players found it difficult to interpret certain symbols without a guide.
SuperFriiz made one the best-looking rooms ever made in the Escape Simulator. "Enter a dimly lit, forgotten space where the air is thick with secrets. At the heart of the room stands an old, intricately designed carousel, its horses still as if waiting for something—or someone—to set them in motion."
In Artblocked by Endermanifest, you and a friend must work together to escape a mysterious studio. After returning from vacation, an artist finds their studio subtly altered and, soon after, locked inside by mechanical gears. One player takes on the role of The Artist, navigating the space and solving puzzles, while the other plays The Computer, remotely gathering information to assist. With a focus on teamwork and communication, both players must collaborate closely to solve the puzzles and escape the eerie studio.
Zeekman1400 and Kulprit2 brought In Silence We Fall, that takes you aboard a long-abandoned deep space station where your mission is to uncover its mysterious fate. Set in an atmosphere-rich environment, the room blends eerie, isolated spaces with both digital and analog technology. Armed with limited tools, you’ll solve puzzles and uncover cryptic clues as the story unravels with each unlocked door. The emotional weight of the narrative is heightened by haunting audio recordings and a sense of finality to the station’s silence. While designed for 2+ players, the room also accommodates solo play, offering an equally immersive experience.
Our community member, cl0mar is the author of Elemental Temple Escape. You enter an ancient temple where the forces of wind, fire, water, and earth converge. Your goal is to retrieve the powerful Elemental Amulet, navigating through mystical puzzles tied to these elements. Created for the Mystery Pack Community Challenge, the room has been praised for its engaging concept, beautiful design, and well-crafted puzzles. It's a short, cozy, and accessible adventure that players find easy to understand and fun to play. you enter an ancient temple where the forces of wind, fire, water, and earth converge. Your goal is to retrieve the powerful Elemental Amulet, navigating through mystical puzzles tied to these elements. Created for the Mystery Pack Community Challenge, the room has been praised for its engaging concept, beautiful design, and well-crafted puzzles. It's a short, cozy, and accessible adventure that players find easy to understand and fun to play.
Calling all Pine Creators: Nominate Your Top Rooms!
Here's a friendly nudge to nominate your favorite rooms on the Pine Discord server! Head over to the #share-your-room channel and use these reactions to show your love:
Thanks you for playing new The Talos Principle DLC! We've been working hard to address the issues you've reported and improve the experience. Here's what's new in this hotfix:
Level Updates
"Missing Receiver in co-op" is not a bug—use the power of friendship to solve that puzzle! 😉
Versus mode on The Talos Principle now functions as intended.
All puzzles in The Talos Principle now have their names displayed.
Fixed texture issues and made minor color adjustments to text and textures on The Talos Principle.
Various token-related fixes in The Talos Principle.
Addressed a bug in The Talos Principle where items could be thrown out-of-bounds and become unreachable.
General Improvements
Resolved an issue where certain level images would not load correctly in the level picker.
VR Enhancements
You can now toss items into the trashcan from any distance by simply pointing at it and clicking the trigger while holding the item with the grip (and vice versa).
Added vibration feedback when manually placing items into the trashcan for a more tactile experience.
Pine team
The Talos Principle Free Escape Room is Available Now!
We’ve teamed up with the awesome folks at Croteam and Devolver Digital to bring you one of the best puzzle collaborations ever! The Talos Principle escape room is now available in Escape Simulator. 🐈
Dive into intricate puzzles, uncover hidden secrets, and immerse yourself in the wonders of an ancient civilization.
ːcleankeyː Mayan DLC
This week we’re celebrating Escape Simulator’s 3rd birthday with a special announcement: our brand-new Mayan DLC is coming on December 5th! Get ready to be transported to a breathtaking jungle, filled with even more tricky puzzles and ancient mysteries. Make sure to wishlist it now and be among the first to explore this epic adventure!
Wait, this DLC is completely free? Yep, totally free.
How big is The Talos Principle DLC? One room, but bigger than the standard ones. Playtime should be around 45 minutes
What about the Room Editor props? We'll be adding new props in the next update, probably next week.
Is Talos room available on Meta Quest VR? Yes, it's available!
Is it based on Talos 1 or 2? The room works as a standalone experience set in the world of Talos Principle. We made sure there are no spoilers.
Enjoy! <3 Pine team
Escape Simulator: Mayan DLC – Coming December 5th
This weekend marks 3 incredible years of Escape Simulator, and with it, 5 years of hard work from our tiny Pine team. We couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished, but none of it would’ve been possible without you, our amazing community! 🫶
Just a few days ago, we revealed the upcoming The Talos Principle DLC (which is free and launching tomorrow). But we’ve got one more exciting announcement for this special birthday week: we're working on a brand-new escape room pack – the Mayan DLC is coming December 5th!
Get ready to be transported to a world filled with ancient secrets, treacherous traps, and awe-inspiring temples, where only the sharpest minds and bravest souls will emerge victorious.
Key Features of the Mayan DLC:
Four New Escape Rooms: Dive into stunning Mayan environments with fresh puzzles designed to push your thinking to the limit.
Mayan-themed Props: Room builders, we’ve got new Mayan-themed props to use in your next community room project.
New Outfits: Explore in style with comfy, adventure-themed outfits that fit the Mayan setting perfectly.
Brand-new Soundtrack: Immerse yourself in the mysteries of the Mayan world with an all-new soundtrack.
Cross-platform Multiplayer: Grab your friends and tackle the challenges together, with cross-platform co-op for flat, Steam VR, and Meta Quest (standalone) VR players.
The Mayan DLC will be available for $5.99 USD / 5.99 EUR.
Mark your calendars for December 5th and don't forget to wishlist it here!
The Talos Principle free DLC room coming October 22!
Hey everyone!
We are excited to announce the release of The Talos Principle DLC, a new free room for Escape Simulator, created in collaboration with Croteam as a homage to the critically acclaimed The Talos Principle series!
Prepare to explore, think deeply, and unlock new layers of meaning and discovery. Get ready to challenge your mind when the DLC becomes available for free on October 22.
As huge fans of the series here at Pine Studio, we’ve worked hard to capture the essence of its deep philosophical themes, mind-bending puzzles, and breathtaking environments.
In this DLC, players will face a series of intricate puzzles and challenges inspired by The Talos Principle universe. Whether you are a veteran of Escape Simulator or a fan of The Talos Principle, we believe this room will offer a unique, engaging experience that bridges the gap between these two beloved puzzle game worlds.
We can’t wait to see how you’ll fare in this puzzling tribute to The Talos Principle. Join us and immerse yourself in the world of complex riddles and beautiful philosophical exploration!
But, before you go, here's a small FAQ!
Wait, this DLC is completely free? Yep, totally free.
How big is The Talos Principle DLC? One room, somewhat bigger than the standard ones. Playtime: around 45 minutes
What about the Room Editor props? Not at launch, but planned with the next update (eta: a week)
Is it coming to standalone, Meta Quest VR? Definitely! Sometime next week (probably Thursday).
Is it based on Talos 1 or 2? The room works as a standalone experience set in the world of Talos Principle. We made sure there are no spoilers.
As always, thanks for being the awesome community that you are, and happy escaping!
