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2011 · MagicalTimeBean · 2D platform · Indie

Escape Goat 2

Timed Xbox exclusive

Escape Goat is a puzzle platformer where you take control of a goat, who has been imprisoned for witchcraft, and overcome traps and obstacles to escape the Prison of Agnus. Fear not, for with your supreme agility, sturdy horns, and the help of a magic mouse friend, you can turn the tables on foes and use the environment to your advantage.

Released: 2 November 2011
Platforms: Linux Nintendo Switch PlayStation 4 Windows Xbox 360 macOS
Genres: 2D platform Indie Platformer Puzzle
Developers: MagicalTimeBean
Publishers: MagicalTimeBean
Modes: Single-player
Perspective: Side view
Themes: Action Historical
Engine: Microsoft XNA
Country: United States
Age ratings: ESRB E PEGI 3
Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish (Spain)
Time to beat: 2.5hmain story4hcompletionist

About

Escape Goat is a puzzle-platform game developed and published by independent developer MagicalTimeBean, for the Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, and Nintendo Switch.

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Gameplay

The player guides a goat through various rooms, as they attempt to escape a prison. There are several objects that can assist or hinder the goat's progress, as well as a level editor that players can use to create their own puzzles.

Reception

Rock Paper Shotgun reviewer John Walker recommended the game saying that it was short but enjoyable. GamesRadar+'s Lucas Sullivan also recommended the game: "With the ability to tackle levels at your own pace, and some masterfully-tuned difficulty, we can guarantee that you’ve never played a better goat-centric game."

Legacy

A sequel to the game titled Escape Goat 2 was announced in January 2013 and released on March 24, 2014. The game has a new art style, new puzzles, and new magical hats which grant the player character various powers. Escape Goat 2 was published and promoted by Double Fine Productions' publishing label Double Fine Presents. A PlayStation 4 port was released in October 2014.

Releases by platformdates and regions as published

Platform	Released	Regions
Xbox 360	2 November 2011	North America
Linux	14 June 2012	Worldwide
macOS	14 June 2012	Worldwide
Windows	14 June 2012	Worldwide
Nintendo Switch	29 September 2022	Worldwide