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97%1k97% positive reviews, Overwhelmingly Positive across 1k reviews·Exploration · Action-Adventure
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At the bottom of a massive underground dump, a sentient pile of sludge is born. After finding a discarded book that shows photographs of the surface, they decide to make the journey upward to see the outside world.
Escape the Underground
SteamAt the bottom of a massive underground dump, a sentient pile of sludge is born. After finding a discarded book that shows photographs of the surface, they decide to make the journey upward to see the outside world.

Escape the Underground is a time-attack, difficult platformer that centers around the Sludge's innate ability to cling to walls. -Play through 28 levels to make your way toward the surface. -Retry levels to bring your time down and beat them as fast as possible! -Can you find the secret mode after completing the game?
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