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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 or later, Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i5-4590/AMD FX 8350 equivalent or better Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 equivalent or better Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : yes Prise en charge VR: SteamVR Notes supplémentaires : Good internet connection and a GPU with acceptable video encoding capabilities are needed to fully enjoy the Remote Play features

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Réseau : connexion internet haut débit

Escape From Mandrillia: Local Asymmetric VR+PC

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Released September 15, 2025
sample: 38 reviews posted after launch (20 AI-classified)
93/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 96 % · 196 reviews (« Very Positive »)
12,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A VR and PC co-op asymmetrical experience where players become the hunters in a deadly asylum. More than two thirds of the crowd already logged between 2 and 10 hours, and every single one of them gave it their full attention.

What it's about: Local VR+PC horror: as a VR player, escape an underground facility full of giant alien monkeys. Up to 2 PC players can help you out controlling friendly drones... or crush you by playing as the enemy Mandrillians.

In-game

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« The only VR game with monkeys where you wont have slurs be thrown at you by 12 year-olds every few minutes. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 4 h played1111
« Extremely fun and very underrated. I have so much fun playing this with my friends and I really wish this game was enjoyed by many more people »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 5 h played1
« Great game to play with friends. I love VR but my wife doesnt as much, so games like this make it so we can play together. This game is well done and quite the thriller for the VR player. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played
« Honestly a blast to play, I like the VR part more simply because it's horrifying. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 3 h played
« might appeal to some but it didnt to me unfortunately. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 0 h played
« Just a beautiful and fun game, scary, easy to understand hard to master. Fun solo, magical with friends. All in the same room or remote. It is a bless »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 20 h played2
« One of the few asymmetric VR I've seen that doesn't look like a technical demo. Extremely fun, the right amount of challenging, and a great time with friends whether you get to play in VR or on PC. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« I really wish there were more games like this (in the horror fashion) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 14 h played

In players' words

« The only VR game with monkeys where you wont have slurs be thrown at you by 12 year-olds every few minutes. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 4 h played1111
« might appeal to some but it didnt to me unfortunately. »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 0 h played
« Extremely fun and very underrated. I have so much fun playing this with my friends and I really wish this game was enjoyed by many more people »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 5 h played1
« Just a beautiful and fun game, scary, easy to understand hard to master. Fun solo, magical with friends. All in the same room or remote. It is a bless »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 20 h played2
« Great game to play with friends. I love VR but my wife doesnt as much, so games like this make it so we can play together. This game is well done and quite the thriller for the VR player. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2025 · 2 h played
« One of the few asymmetric VR I've seen that doesn't look like a technical demo. Extremely fun, the right amount of challenging, and a great time with friends whether you get to play in VR or on PC. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 2 h played
« Honestly a blast to play, I like the VR part more simply because it's horrifying. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 3 h played
« I really wish there were more games like this (in the horror fashion) »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2025 · 14 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=18
Multiplayer
60 % pos · n=5
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=4
Performance
100 % pos · n=3
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=3
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay181611
Multiplayer5302
Graphics / art4400
Performance3300
Interface / UX3012
Story / writing2200
Value for money2200
Audio / music1100
Content / longevity1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 4.7 h on median; those who dislike it: 48 min.

🪤 83 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
44 % (n=9)
2-10h
95 % (n=19)
10-25h
100 % (n=9)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

💶 Price history

€1.78€4.94€8.11€11.28€14.45€3.24

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 20, 2026 · All-time low: €3.24 (Aug 20, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,3 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 22 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 1,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The gameplay loop thrills: 16 positive mentions out of 18
  • VR integration gets praise across all 3 reviews mentioning performance
  • Graphic fidelity shines through 4 unanimous positive comments
  • Co-op asymmetry drives the buzz: 3 out of 5 reviews highlight it
  • The score stayed rock-solid post-launch with 84% positive among 38 reviews

Weaknesses

  • UI frustrates a noticeable minority: 2 negative out of 3 mentions
  • Multiplayer balance draws mixed reactions: 2 negative out of 5 mentions
  • Ultra-short sessions underperform: only 44% positive for under-2-hour players

Who is it for?

Fans of tense local co-op and VR horror who crave asymmetric roles will find a fresh thrill. Those seeking a quick adrenaline shot may leave disappointed.

Is Escape From Mandrillia: Local Asymmetric VR+PC worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 96% of 196 Steam reviews are positive (player score 93/100). Most-praised strength: The gameplay loop thrills. Current price: 12,99€.

Verdict

Escape From Mandrillia delivers an intense, polished asymmetrical VR hunt that keeps players locked in for hours. Its post-release reception confirms the formula works, even if the UI still niggles a few. A must-try for VR co-op enthusiasts.

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