Mind's Escape

''Mind's Escape'' is a first person survival horror game. The game features survival horror elements with a supernatural. the player take on the role of a young orphan teen on the autism spectrum with high-functioning abilities and non-verbal communication skills and possesses extraordinary telekinetic and telepathic powers.
== Plot ==
The game begins with Alex waking up in a mysterious and eerie laboratory, unaware of how he got there. As he explores the dimly lit and ominous surroundings, he stumbles upon a trapped Golden Shepherd named Max. Together, they form an unspoken bond, and Alex realizes they share a similar fate—both subjects of Dr. Kane's experiments.
As the duo navigates the lab, they uncover the unsettling truth about Dr. Kane's intentions. The scientist, obsessed with unlocking the secrets of the human mind, has sinister plans for Alex's unique abilities. The failed experiments in the lab have mutated into grotesque creatures that now stalk Alex and Max as they attempt to escape.
== Setting ==
The laboratory is a labyrinthine complex with flickering fluorescent lights, cold metal surfaces, and echoing corridors. The atmosphere is tense, heightened by the occasional distant sound of echoing footsteps and the constant hum of malfunctioning equipment. The lab is filled with abandoned equipment, broken glass, and remnants of failed experiments, creating an unsettling environment.
== Characters ==
Main Characters:
# Alex (Protagonist): A young orphan with high-functioning autism, non-verbal communication skills, and powerful telekinesis/telepathy abilities.
# Max (Companion): A loyal Golden Shepherd with a mix of German Shepherd and Golden Retriever. Max becomes Alex's companion and helps him throughout the game.
# Dr. Victor Kane (Antagonist): A crazed scientist obsessed with unlocking the secrets of the human mind. He kidnaps Alex to conduct dangerous experiments.
Supporting Characters:
# Failed Experiments: Mutated creatures created from Dr. Kane's experiments, which now roam the lab as hostile entities.
# Other Test Subjects: Notes and audio logs left behind by other victims of Dr. Kane's experiments provide clues and insights into the lab's dark history.
== Gameplay ==
* Telekinetic and Telepathic Abilities: Alex can manipulate objects using his telekinetic powers and communicate with Max through telepathy. Players must strategically use these abilities to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles.
* Autistic Meltdown System: As Alex faces intense situations, his stress level increases. Players must find safe spaces for Alex to calm down, utilizing interactive calming mechanisms to prevent a meltdown.
* Stealth and Strategy: To avoid the failed experiments and navigate the dangerous lab, players must use stealth and strategic thinking.
* Bond with Max: Alex's connection with Max is vital for survival. Max can retrieve items, distract enemies, and provide emotional support to help Alex manage his stress.
Category:Survival horror video games
Category:First person
Category:Horror games
Category:Video game with autistic character