Calling all room builders! As you are probably aware, we just released a new free room called Leonardo's Workshop last week! In this workshop, the world famous grandmaster Leonardo da Vinci created many of his masterpieces, such as the iconic painting Mona Lisa. Now we want to challenge all of you to create your very own work of art in a brand-new Build-A-Room contest: The Masterpiece Challenge!
For the Masterpiece Challenge, we want you to build...well, a masterpiece in the Room Editor! This means we would like you to channel all of your creativity to make something that belongs in a museum. Whether you want to go all out and create a full-on gallery or just a single art installation, it's up to you! If you want to, you could even recreate your favorite work of art in the form of an escape room! As long as it qualifies as a masterpiece, anything goes! Think you're up to the challenge, but don't own Escape Simulator yet? You're in luck, because the game is currently 25% off during the Steam Spring Sale!
This contest will take place from March 17 at 6PM CET until March 31 at 6PM CEST. Submissions will be considered if they are sent in before the deadline on March 31 at 6PM CEST. We hope you're feeling creative, because as always, the winning contestants will get some awesome prizes!
🏆 Prizes
While we can't reveal what the grand prizes are going to be just yet, we can assure you that it's going to be something that will definitely blow your minds! If you've been keeping up with the previous Build-A-Room contests, you might know that we like to go big when it comes to rewarding our loyal room builders. That's why for the very first Build-A-Room, we gave out a grand total of $2000! As for the previous two contests? Well, we think the following images speak for themselves. 👀
📑 Rules
Create a masterpiece in the Room Editor that will earn you the title of grandmaster.
To submit a room for the competition, you have to post a link to your room in the "#🏆challenges" channel in the Pine Studio Discord.
You can only submit one room. Multiple submissions will not be counted.
Multiple builder can work together on one room together but there will be only one prize for them.
It has to be a room escape.
The gameplay should be ideally under 30 minutes, but it could be longer.
You can make room as big as you wish.
You need to record a video walkthrough.
You are allowed to bug fix your room after submission, but not resubmit an entirely different room.
Copies of other players' rooms are not eligible.
Keep it fun/clean! No profanity, racism, hate speech, sexually suggestive, etc. content. Rooms that might be considered offensive in any way or form will be disqualified.
Pine team will choose the winners this time!
⚒️ Tips & Tricks
Go to Escape Simulator, "Workshop" button, "Your Rooms," and press "Create". This creates an empty room, and you can start building.
To get some help, you can look through "Tutorial Rooms" and learn the basics such as puzzles and animation.
Submitting a room for the competition is very easy. Just post a link to your room in the "🏆challenges" channel in the Pine Studio Discord!
Happy building, artists! 👩🎨
We hope you are as excited about this competition as we are and we can’t wait to see all of your amazing masterpieces! Don't forget to join us over on our Discord or our subreddit!
♥ Pine team
Build your own workshop with the latest room editor update!
Setting up the perfect workspace!
So you managed to outsmart the great Leonardo da Vinci and now you've been thinking about designing your own workshop? Well, you're in luck! As of today, the props from our new free room Leonardo's Workshop are available to use in the in-game Room Editor! As always, we can't wait to see all of the incredibly innovative ways in which the infinitely creative room builders from our community will use these stylish looking assets! We're sure you'll be able to create some true masterpieces with them!
Curious about everything included in this room editor update? Then you should definitely join us during our next livestream, in which we'll be going over some of the newly add props and features! And for anyone who's up for a challenge, we will have a special announcement in store for you as well! This livestream will take place later today, March 17 at 7PM CET (now!), so make sure you don't miss out! Tune in via Twitch or right here on Steam!
We can't wait to see what all of you will create with the new props and hope to see you during our livestream! In the meantime, if you're looking for a co-op partner or just want to chat about our game, please consider joining us over on Discord or our subreddit!
♥ Pine team
P.S. The Steam Spring Sale has begun and Escape Simulator is currently available with a 25% discount! Go tell your friends! 👀
No more auto focus on linked props! Use the [F] keyboard shortcut to focus on a selected prop or enable the old setting in the Room Configuration menu.
Fixed Visibility Activators targeting renderers
Added a new Steam Tag “In-Game Walkthrough” which is automatically added on publish to rooms with the new in-game walkthroughs
Logic props (except for the Lock) can no longer exit zoom on unlock
Fixed Tags and Walkthrough not saving on exit
Controller slot interaction on pickable props fixed
Open File/Folder fixed
Ingame Walkthrough text can no longer go out of bounds
Fixed importing display logic from other rooms
Fixed preview screenshots ignoring some props
Fixed prop deletion when targeting parent and child props
Pine Livestream: Checking out the new update & new challenge!
Greetings, Escape Simulator fans!
🪞Room Editor Update!
Get ready for an exciting update coming to Escape Simulator tomorrow! We're introducing an array of props and items inspired by the renowned Leonardo Da Vinci room, which will be available in the room editor for everyone to use. Unleash your creativity and design custom escape rooms featuring the genius of Da Vinci!
🔴 Join us on Twitch tomorrow!
To celebrate the release of this new update, we'll be hosting a livestream tomorrow on our official Twitch and Steam page. Make sure to tune in to see the latest additions in action and learn how to make the most out of these unique Da Vinci-inspired props and items.
🏆 Announcing: The New Room Builders Challenge!
During the livestream, we'll also reveal the details of our upcoming Room Builders Challenge! Stay tuned for more information on the challenge theme, submission guidelines, and the amazing prizes up for grabs.
See you at the livestream!
Pine team
Leonardo's Workshop is OUT NOW! 🎨
Do you have the skills to beat this challenge?
It's no secret that Leonardo da Vinci was a man of many skills. Not only was he a masterful painter, but he also took a great interest in many other subjects such as science, engineering, sculpting...and apparently puzzles as well! So with that knowledge in mind, do you think you will be able to outsmart the great Leonardo da Vinci himself? We would definitely like to see you try!
If you think you've got what it takes, try solving our new free room Leonardo's Workshop, which is out now! This additional room is part of a free update, which also includes a full translation into Italian! Of course we are also adding another outfit and a soundtrack so you can get fully immersed in the world of Leonardo da Vinci. Finally, this update brings a whole bunch of optimizations to the Room Editor, including faster room loading. A full changelog can be found at the end of this announcement. 👇
To celebrate the launch of this new room, you can now get Escape Simulator with a 25% discount! So if you haven't purchased the game yet or want to gift it to a friend, now would be the perfect time to do so!
We truly hope all of you will enjoy this brand-new update and we can't wait to hear your thoughts on the new room. Looking for a co-op partner or just want to chat about our game? Then please feel free to join us over on our Discord or our subreddit for more Escape Simulator fun! Make sure to stay tuned in the meantime, because we still have plenty of stuff planned for the (near) future.
♥ Pine team
💡 Full changelog:
New content
New room. Find all secrets in Leonardo's Workshop!
New language; Italian. Ciao!
Expanding your fashion choices with new "Leonardo's Workshop" outfits.
General fixes
Daily picks evolve in Trending. Displaying the top 6 rooms of the last week.
Better RAM usage when loading rooms.
Better handling of wiping systems in "The Office" and "The Elevator".
Hovering over Slidable now shows a drag crosshair.
Fixing bug where you couldn't throw some items in slots.
Fixed some hairs so they are fading in coop mode.
Better co-op syncing in "The Lab".
The furnace gate in "The Engine Room" is disabled when opened the first time.
More fixes for the controller:
General stability.
Better Slidable handling.
items popup work with both thumbsticks.
Workshop changes
Better handling of Activator components in coop levels.
Added Custom walkthrough for customs levels.
Remade publish screen.
Our top community room picks for February!
Get ready for the next big update! 🖌️
In case you missed it, another free update is coming to Escape Simulator on March 8th! This update will include the brand-new room; Leonardo's Workshop, in which you will need to solve all sorts of puzzles revolving around the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci. As always, we are also including an additional outfit and a soundtrack, so you can get fully immersed in this new setting. Finally, the update also includes a full translation of Escape Simulator into Italian!
We hope you are all looking forward to this update! Looking for some more rooms to play in the meantime? The room builders from our community got you covered! So without further ado, here are our top community room picks for February!
Vikings await!
If you've been keeping up with our monthly picks, then you are probably already familiar with room builder Brengo! Brengo is known to make some incredibly beautiful and atmospheric rooms and Song of the Longhouse absolutely continues that trend! In order to make your way out of the titular longhouse, you will need to delve into Norse mythology and translate ancient runes. Another instant classic!
This house is haunted! 👻
Up for something truly spooky? Be warned, because The Evil House by Lycos is definitely not for the faint of heart! In this community room, you will need to make your way through an abandoned house with a dark and secret past. Chills guaranteed!
What a way to make a livin'!
If you're in the mood for something a bit more light-hearted, then we highly recommend you to check out the latest room by GetOffMyBeard. In Jobville: Working 9 to 5 you will need to solve some SERIOUS problems at your new job. Honestly, who's responsible for causing a flood at the office? It's going to be a long, long day...
A sinister story...
So far, there have been three entries in the 'Kidnapped' series by Green Hand, which tells a mysterious and sinister story. Seeing as it's been a while since the first part originally got published, Green Hand decided to remake it! Kidnapped - Part 1 Remake is a complete reimagining of the original room with new puzzles and even more sinister vibes! If you've been keeping up with this series, you'll definitely want to check this one out.
In the middle of the night
Something Is Wrong is another excellent room by Bartololomeo, who has been consistently putting out great content since the very beginning! In this room, you wake up at 2AM with an uneasy feeling. You're not exactly sure what it is, but something isn't right. In fact, something is very wrong! This community room includes flashing lights, violence and jump scares, so be warned!
See you next week!
That's it for February's monthly picks! We hope these incredible rooms are enough to keep you entertained until Leonardo's Workshop launches next week, but of course there are always more great community rooms for you to check out. In the meantime, you can always join us on our official Discord or subreddit to talk about all things related to Escape Simulator. We hope to see you there!
♥ Pine team
Get ready to explore Leonardo da Vinci's workshop!
Think you can crack THIS code? 🧠
Mark your calendars for March 8th, as we're excited to announce the launch of a brand-new, free room that will put your problem-solving skills to the test. Can you crack the code and outsmart the great Leonardo da Vinci himself? This room will take you on a thrilling journey into the mind of the legendary painter, scientist, and inventor. Do you have what it takes to uncover all of its hidden secrets?
Parli italiano?
We have even more exciting news for Escape Simulator players who prefer to play in Italian. Our next free update not only includes the new Da Vinci room but also features a complete Italian translation. From March 8th, you can immerse yourself in the game entirely in Leonardo da Vinci's native language. Bellissima!
Dress the part and become a true artist!
To fully experience the new room's atmosphere, we've included a new outfit for your character to wear while exploring Da Vinci's workshop. Additionally, a new soundtrack will accompany your journey, adding to the immersive experience.
Starting from the launch of the new Da Vinci room on March 8th, the game will be available at a whopping 25% discount - Mamma Mia!
Want to meet and talk to other players or room builders? Feel free to join us over on Discord or Reddit. As always, we're grateful for your continued support and hope you're looking forward to the upcoming free update.
♥ Pine team
Want to escape a room together? 💕
It's a date!
Don't have any big plans for Valentine's Day just yet? Don't worry, because we've got you covered! On Tuesday, 14 February 2023, we will be hosting the second edition of our Discord Date Night where we will match you up with another person to play Escape Simulator together! All you'll need to do to participate is join our official Discord server and sign up for a specific time slot by reacting to the most recent message in the announcements channel.
You can sign up for this event until the 14th of February, 9AM CET after which we will start matching players up. All matches will the be announced on our Discord, so make sure you don't miss out for a fun night of escaping! Don't know which room to play? Well, we've got some great community room suggestions that are awesome to check out for two players!
I spy with my little eye... 👀
If you've been keeping up with our monthly picks, you might already be familiar with You Only Spy Twice by Elkondo. This room is designed to be played by two people, as each player will start a different location and you will need to work together to solve the room. Communication is key here, so let's hope you'll be able to work together! Good luck, spies!
Dating in space! 🚀
You know what's even better than solving a mystery? Solving a mystery together...in space! If that sounds like something you'd be interested in, then Nova 501 Mystery by Mx.Extra is the room for you! In this room you will need to find out what happened on board of the Nova 501 Research Station after communication was lost. Are you up to the task?
Light years apart 🌌
Finally we've got 2 player Stargate SG-2 by BARDOSY[HUN]. This is another great room in which both players will start at a different location. However, in this case they are actually positioned light years away from each other! One player is located on Earth, while the other is on a faraway planet. Will the two of you be able to get everyone back to Earth safely?
Ready for your date?
We hope these two player co-op room suggestions got you excited for our Discord Date Night! If so, be sure to join our official Discord server today and sign up via the announcements channel! We hope to see you there and we wish you all a happy Valentine's Day in advance!
♥ Pine team
Our top community room picks for January!
Time for the first monthly picks of 2023!
Are you ready to play some awesome community rooms? Well, you're in for a treat then! January has been another great month in which the room builders from our community have once again greatly contributed to our Steam Workshop! So without further ado, here are top community room picks for January!
They're creepy and they're kooky... 👻
It's about to get mysterious and spooky, because the latest room made by GetOffMyBeard is based on The Addams Family. As it turns out, Uncle Fester trapped Thing in a cage to teach it a lesson and now it's up to you to set Thing free again. However, you'll need to find four keys to unlock the cage! Will you be up to the task at 'hand'?
Something's hiding in the forest! 🌲
If you're up for a stroll through a mysterious forest, then Behind The Trees by [Juice Box] is the right room for you! At first, this forest might seem like a magical place, but could it be hiding a dark secret? Things might just get a little eerie, so be warned before entering these woods!
No talking in the library! 🤫
Wollo is known to create some incredibly challenging rooms filled to the brim with all sorts of tricky puzzles. This was the case with The Seven Ages of Man and it definitely applies to The Library as well! Chances are high that you're going to need some hints to get through this one! As long as you're reading these hints quietly, you're in a library after all...
Fuzzy, but deadly! 🐱
They may look all cute and fluffy, but you don't want to mess with The Four Killer Cats! In this room by Ariel, you will need to find four deadly, vicious and armed killer cats in apartment #28. If you're in the mood for a community room filled humor and some silly jumpscares, then be sure to check this one out!
The return of a veteran room builder! 🛠️
If you've been playing a lot of community rooms, there's a pretty big chance that you've checked out one of Cico's creations in the past. If you're a fan of his spooky rooms such as Little Emily: Chapter 1&2 and The Motel, then we've got good news for you! Last month, Cico finally returned with a brand new room called Ghostly Report. It's a huge room so you'll probably be trying to escape this room for a long time, if you're up to the task, be sure to check it out!
Stay tuned for more!
And that's it for the monthly picks of January! We hope you'll enjoy these community rooms as much as we did. We've still got plenty of stuff planned for Escape Simulator and we can assure you that thing are about to get really exciting, so be sure to keep an eye out on all of our channels. In the meantime, you can always join us on our official Discord or subreddit to talk about all things related to Escape Simulator. We hope to see you there!
♥ Pine team
Our top community room picks for December!
Happy New Year! 🥳
It's 2023 and we at Pine Studio are ready for another exciting year for Escape Simulator! We hope you all of had a great holiday season and are looking forward to all of the additional content and free room updates we have in store for you. In the meantime, there are still plenty of awesome rooms by our community builders for you to check out!
Speaking of which, room builder GetOffMyBeard is currently running a room building contest over on our official Discord in which you can win some Steam Gift Cards and the Wild West DLC. More on that later in this announcement, but first off, here are our top community picks for December!
So many festive rooms!
December is a month of celebration and there was definitely no shortage of Holiday themed community rooms in Escape Simulator! Some of our personal favorites were Santa's Helper by [Juice Box], Visiting Grandma by Marloes and The Grinch Escape Room by GetOffMyBeard. Are you still in a festive mood? Then you should definitely check out some of these holly, jolly escape rooms!
Runaway train!
Of course December also saw the release of our brand new Wild West DLC. GetOffMyBeard decided to put the Wild West assets to good use for his room The Great Train Escape! You can never have enough train themed escape rooms, right? All aboard!
Explore an ancient castle!
Next up, we've got a completely different setting in store for you, because Karakuri Castle by namo_krub takes place in an ancient Japanese castle from the Edo period. This 1000-year old castle was found by a group of explorers and houses many different traps, protecting the gold that's hidden deep inside of the castle walls. Will you be able to get around these traps and find the treasure?
This room will really lift your spirits!
It's just another boring day at the old 9 to 5. Or is it? We hope you're ready for an unexpected adventure, because The Elevator Escape - Floor 1 by MelonVerse will take you on a journey through multiple worlds where you will meet many interesting individuals. Your ultimate goal? To reach the top floor, of course!
Time for a challenge!
And that's it for December's monthly picks! Ever considered building a community room yourself? Well, now is the right time to start! As mentioned earlier, room builder GetOffMyBeard is currently running a room building contest over on our Discord. To participate, you will need to build a room centered around one of your favorite movies or movie franchises. Be sure to join our official Discord for further details. You can also join us on our subreddit to talk about all things related to Escape Simulator. We hope to see you there!
♥ Pine team
It's the most wonderful update of the year! 🎄
The holidays are almost here!
As the end of the year approaches, we wanted to bring you one final update to truly round out 2022 in style. In case you haven't finished your holiday shopping yet, consider giving the gift of Escape Simulator - it's 25% off during Steam's Winter Sale! Now sit back, relax, and get into the festive spirit with us!
Final update of the year!
First off, as of today a new update is available which adds new holiday props to the room editor! This means room builders will now be able to make their Christmas rooms even more festive than before! Additionally, the update fixes several know bugs and issues.
Hanging props spawning position fixed
Added wild west lock numbers
Chandelier material fix
Some wild west prop icon fixes
Several other small fixes
We hope this latest update enhances your Escape Simulator experience even further!
Pine Studio's Cozy Christmas Stream
Getting into the Holiday Spirit already? If so, then you should definitely join us for Pine's Cozy Christmas Stream tonight at 10:30 PM (CET) / 1:30 PM (PT)! During this stream, we will tell you everything about the new update, share some information about the future of Escape Simulator and to top it all off, you can join in on our Comfy Cozy Christmas Quiz in which you can win awesome prizes! The stream will take place on both Twitch and right here on Steam! We hope to see you there!
Sneak peek 2023
We still have plenty of stuff planned out for 2023, so we hope all you will continue to look forward to that! In the meantime, we would already like to share a little sneak peek on what's to come! We are working hard on more free room updates and they will look a little something like this! 👇
Time for a small break!
That's all for Escape Simulator in 2022! We hope you've enjoyed the game and all the updates we've brought you this year. We're taking a short break to recharge, but we'll be back on January 2nd with even more of Escape Simulator! Be sure to join our Discord to talk about all things Escape Simulator!
