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A way out is an action adventure game centred around two playable characters simultaneously. With another player, you control Leo and Vincent, two convicted prisoners who must break out of prison and stay on the run from authorities.
Unfortunately, A Way Out is not available on Android, Mac, Switch or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme, and at a lower age rating:
Release Date: 23/03/2018
Price: 85% off
Out Now: PC, PS4 and Xbox One
Skill Rating: 13+ year-olds
Players: 2 (2 online)
Genres: Action, Adventure (Communication, Fighting and Shooting)
Accessibility: 23 features
Components: 3D Third-Person
Developer: Hazelight Games (@HazelightGames)
Costs: Purchase cost
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If you like the sound of A Way Out but it doesn’t offer the accessibility you require, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with more Accessibility Features. You can view a full breakdown in our A Way Out Accessibility Report.
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