A Way Out

I've played A Way Out twice now, with a few years and It Takes Two and Split Fiction in between. It's clear that Josef Fares has grown a lot as a writer. A Way Out isn't a bad story by any means, but it's definitely less polished than the co-op masterpieces that came after. Still, you can tell this game laid the groundwork for the cinematic, emotional split-screen experiences Hazelight would later perfect. The co-op gameplay is fun and varied—except for that damn boat ride, which tested our patience more than our coordination. While the story can be tropey and a bit cheesy at times, it’s still engaging and well-paced. I appreciated that it kept us moving through new scenarios without dragging. I really liked both Vincent and Leo. Leo, in particular, has a surprisingly healthy relationship with his partner, which was refreshing to see in a crime drama like this. One major drawback for me is the ending. Without spoiling anything, it felt a bit too forced. The player has little to no agency in how things unfold, which took away some of the emotional payoff for me. Also, needing to go through the EA launcher is a huge con. It’s clunky and unnecessary. That said, I’d still recommend A Way Out to: - People who’ve never tried a split-screen co-op narrative game - Fans of Split Fiction or It Takes Two who are okay with something a little rougher around the edges It's not perfect, but it’s an important step in a fantastic evolution of co-op storytelling.

俩奇形怪状的田力，如果是在体验完双人成行之后还想玩双人游戏于是来尝试前作的话建议快跑——体量和关卡设计完全小儿科、反倒充斥着大量㽖本位剧情，玩完感觉臭臭的呕

Me and my friend bought this game since we thought it would be a goofy co-op game. I have never ever had so much fun while playing a game before, there were so many funny moments through the whole game and we were laughing so hard that my chest started to hurt. It had some bugs but that just added to the fun atmosphere. You had to constantly work together and you needed a lot of trust in the other person all the time, which is heartbreaking towards the end because of the plot. (I won't spoil more than that) This is one of the best games I have ever played so if you are thinking about buying it JUST DO IT. You won't regret it (only if you don't have anyone to play it with). Me and my friend finished the game the same day we bought it because we were having so much fun while playing it. So if you are reading this, this is a sign to get the game and convince a friend to play it with you! <3

! THIS REVIEW IS BASED OFF MY EXPERIENCE ONLY IT MAY DIFFER FOR YOU BUT THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED TO ME ! i had heard great things about this game about the story and gameplay and decided to buy it as it was on sale. my problem is that after downloading it i wanted to use the friends pass with my friend to play as we only had 1 (my) copy of the game but as i launched the game it started giving me errors about origin the EA anticheat so i went in to my files and ran the tools in the folder to fix it which worked and i could launch the game but then when i got in and hosted a game for my friend to join and he had already installed the friends pass and i went to invite him but he was not recieving the invite in the ea app or even in steam we tried for half an hour but we couldnt get it to work i have no doubt in my mind that this is an amazing game, but i am very disappointed about the clash between steam and the ea app for invites which made the game not work and i will be refunding. i really hope it works for anyone who decides to buy it

I played this game a while ago with a friend, and it was really fun. It’s the kind of campaign you can't play solo, so call your best friend, team up, and enjoy this masterpiece together.

Crazy game, worth every single minute of your time I Highly recommend playing with your good friend it is full with twist and turns but you will love it and it is not soo long just about 5-6hrs to finish it.

The fact that you can complete the game in 4-6 hours makes it very poor value for money. Also you and you friend need to buy it so it doubles the cost. The fact that there are very few games where you have co-op quest bring this game to worth while consideration. I have enjoyed spending an evening playing this game with a friend. so it wins my recommendation. The game offers nothing outstanding other than an interesting way to spend an evening with a buddy.

Despite the launcher being really annoying to work with... I really liked this game! The story was great and twist was jaw dropping. I liked that each chapter felt different in its own unique way. For example, in one I am breaking out of prison, in another I am fishing, and in another I am in a car chase and having a shootout with the cops. I sympathized with the characters and even got a bit emotional when the game came to an end. I would 100% recommend this game. You'll have a great time playing it with your friend.

Great story. The game was more cinematic than playable but still enjoyable. Played this game after It Takes Two and it was fun seeing the developer's creative beginnings.

Can't unbind camera movement on arrow keys, makes the game essentially unplayable for left handed people if you do not want to fallback onto some other control layout other than arrow keys. Multi-billion dollar publisher.

I love the game but when it was on steam servers it was better, I played on EA servers and it was a hassle to even add a friend on there. had 3 different moments where the game crashed for my friend or me meanwhile I didn't have that problem before the change.

This game is definitely worth its price. I really enjoyed the storyline and got to connect with both of the main characters. The fact that one is required to play this game with one's mate is something which brought me back to my childhood where I would often indulge in playing with friends and my siblings. A Way Out is your way out of boredom and longing for a testosterone packed adventure in the 70s America.

Gameplay is amazing, story is a rollacoster and the best part was playing with a friend. 9/10

A great two-player co-op game with good characters and story. Not super long, and things can play out differently, so there is potentially enough here for a second run. Easily worth it with the steep discounts it gets. I really only have one complaint, and that is that [spoiler]you don't spend nearly as much time in prison as I thought you would.[/spoiler] I would have liked if that section were longer. There's not a lot of studios out there making games like this anymore, so I will always support Hazelight as long as they continue with these.

A Way Out mixes the cinema and video game languages in a tale about two strangers that must break out of prison. Cooperation between these two characters and the players are essential with a powerful dramatic sense. 10/10 experience i would definitely play again

I played A Way Out a couple of months ago, and it left such a deep impression on me. The story is emotional, the characters are well-written, and the twist near the end truly broke my heart I actually cried. The way the game forces you to work together makes every moment feel meaningful. It’s not just about escaping prison; it’s about trust, choices, and the bond between two people. If you’re looking for a co-op game that hits hard emotionally and keeps you hooked until the end, I highly recommend this one.

fun. i liked it better that it takes two. more indie , more gritty , more read

Amo este juego pero eso no me detendrá a denunciar a EA por abuso y tortura psicológica.

started for the action really enjoyed the bond and great ending. BANGER

fun cinematic split screen action little bit dry dialogue with enough funny moments to easily make up for it!

that was really cool game i though that game is like only away from jail but that was so sad ending

Me and my brother loved this game. We played the entire game in one sitting. We both loved the story and highly recommend to other people to play.

10/10 game. Was having so much fun and then my heart was shattered. 100% recommend.

Gameplay is pretty decent, Has an amazing story and the twist at the end of the game left me and my friend speechless for a solid 5 minutes.

Went into this game blind with my best friend and the ending absolutely destroyed me- I never saw it coming. It's an amazing game.

Very good game to play with friends . your bond will get stronger after you complete the game i assure you that. Graphics : 7/10 Gameplay : 9/10 Sound : 7/10 Story : 10/10

very good co-op game. I personally never used to play coop games but this one is SUBLIME

the company owes me actual money for letting me waste time on a shit from the butt game

My best Friend and i spend around 10 minutes just playing baseball instead of continuing the game. 10/10

went in blind, cheeky dialogue, fun twist.... checks the box for a 5 dollar game on sale that's a little old gen - very cool

This game is amazing. We need more games like this. Split fiction wasn't it for me because it didn't have the same feeling this one did, and It Takes Two was not as good as A Way Out. Now it may have been a little finicky with the gun mechanics but it was so so good. I wish the developers would make a lot of games that are co-op, and fall into the same way this game was.

A way out is a fun co-op game, more fun when one of them doesn't understand the language and does weird actions to ruin your chance of escaping from prison and you would wish to rather escape from your co-op partner. 😆🤣

Great Story, amazing looking cut scenes. You have to play with a friend, if you have none then don't get this game.

This is one of these best story games in my opinion coming in after rdr2. I love the concept of many different endings and the split screen mechanic. Please i would love another game like this. I loved the ending and both were very emotional. Both characters had great backgrounds and great storytelling. Loved the game and def recommend it to others.

I loved it up until the ending which was basically just ham-fisted dogshit.

Just started playing it and it honestly is fun, I thought maybe ill get a headache from 2 split screens since its been a long time and my monitor isnt so big but hey it work out great !

Jogo imersivo demais, historia e gameplay sensacional!!!!!!!

sucker game if wanna play then play with your enemy or you friend will be your enemy at the end good mid story but sucker ending

Our Experience with A Way Out Playing A Way Out together was more than just a gaming session—it was a shared story that pulled us both in from the very beginning. The split-screen co-op design made every moment feel personal and collaborative, and the narrative kept us hooked with its emotional twists and turns. What stood out most was how the game required true teamwork. Whether we were solving puzzles, sneaking past guards, or escaping intense moments, we had to trust each other and communicate constantly. It felt like we weren’t just playing characters—we were Vincent and Leo. The gameplay variety kept things exciting, and the cinematic storytelling was surprisingly powerful. By the time we reached the ending (no spoilers!), we were both talking about it long after the credits rolled. It was a rollercoaster—but one worth riding together. If you're looking for a game to experience as a couple, A Way Out is unforgettable. It's not just about the action—it’s about the bond you build along the way.

the TL;DR is that "A Way Out" is worth playing, especially if you are looking for co-op game experiences that you and a roommate or significant other can play to get some friendship/bonding time in. I would highly suggest avoiding any spoilers or long exposition about the entire story, as there is a nice little twist towards the conclusion that infuriated my wife. To expand on that a bit, I should preface by mentioning that my introduction to a game by Hazelight was in the form of "It Takes Two," which is truly a masterpiece of a game, so the mental bar that I had in my head was one of heightened expectations and desire to be taken on a journey that was both captivating, emotional, and downright entertaining. What I found with "A Way Out" was that it was clearly an initial foray into the idea of a co-op game. It was easy to see, having "It Takes Two" as a background for what the studio was capable of doing, that this title was one where the intention was there, but perhaps either the funding, the creative brainpower, or the interest was not completely there. The cooperative aspects on display that relied on both players doing something in tandem, or in a back-forth pattern, were enjoyable, and made for some hilarious, occasionally frustrating, moments. If you already played ITT, you will be able to see that some of the mechanics that were being developed and implemented for AWO were basically exploratory notions for what would ultimately wind up in the former title. That is, they were fun, but often felt superficial and contrived rather than innate. The total game time from start to finish can be done, I would estimate, in 5-6 hours, perhaps even less. We dilly-dallied here and there, which stretched our total play time at time of writing to around 10hrs. There are a number of NPCs sprinkled throughout the chapters and sections of the story that make for interesting, at times comedic, but essentially inconsequential interactions between the main characters, Vincent and Leo. Additionally, some of the achievements are very inobvious and require a bit of searching or at times, patience while you sit in one place, play instruments without error, or search rooms to interact with things just to see what will happen. We will probably go back through some of the chapters with a guide just to get the remaining achievements we overlooked or didn't spend enough time looking around for before progressing. From chapter to chapter, the game was engaging and by all means forgiving; there is only a single difficulty level, and you aren't monitoring consumable resources, health, or anything that might really make it feel like you are under pressure to perform. If one of you fails at a given task and "dies," you simply start back at a checkpoint and try it again. There are moments where you have to move to an objective, reach a certain point, jump or slide over something quickly as prompted, but don't think you're going to be sweating bullets. The story was a tad rote, in the "betrayed person wants revenge" sense; nothing about it felt all that groundbreaking. However, there was, as I mentioned, a twist when the game felt like it was coming to a close that provided a bit more action and was a good shock to a story that was feeling lethargic and played out. All in all, I was happy that I picked up this title if only to support Hazelight. It shouldn't be written off, as it was a worthwhile playthrough, though the replayability factor for me is rather low. It's worth checking out, as it is something that is truly a co-op game and does provide an opportunity to disconnect from your online friends to bond with your real-life friends in a forgiving environment, providing a decent story to follow.

Me and my friend bought this game thinking we were gonna have a great time... and we did until the end. We ended up crying. I recommed this game, its really fun and the storyline is perfect. 10/10

Amazing story! Skip a movie night & share this story with your bestmate.

Great story, fun to play, tragic ending.

greatest coop game to ever exist it was so fun and story line was so good this is a must play if you have a friend!!

Played it with my friend. He played the fed. I lost cause he can button mash faster. Fuck this game. But yeah it's fun would recommend.

A very good game, everything is good about it. Besides the fact it uses the EA launcher, but good game.

Game? 10/10. Nothing more. Its beautiful. Not only the graphics, scenery, game play, but the story is the EPITOME OF PEAK. Not only do you have awesome times with your bestest of your friend or a loved one, and also grow a bond together, ingame and in real life. The split screen for me was so nostalgic, and those 6 hours of gameplay is nothing you will ever forget. With some amazing plot twists, fun achievements, and great memories you will surely make. Me and my friend were looking for good co-op games to play, he said, "whats a way out?". After those words all the memories came flashing in. Of past people I've played with but never finished it. It had been so long it was worth re playing. The last few days playing it was nothing that can be compared to other games. If you're considering it, YES get it it will be the best 30 bucks you've ever spent.

Fire, I would play it again 100%, maybe A Way Out 2 would be better if it will exist. Overall 10/10!

A one time adventure, pretty fun, but for the second play-through its kinda boring

Love the game 10/10, so much drama and action and fun aswell. And the story well done Chef kiss hahaha.