# In Antarctica: A Comic Escape

> Adventure

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id898555893](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id898555893)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id898555893`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** STUDIO ANASTROPHE
- **Category:** Adventure
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (16 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** 2016-03-11
- **First published:** 2014-08-06
- **Size:** 166 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-26
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/in-antarctica-a-comic-escape/id898555893)

## Description

In Antarctica: A Comic Escape blends story-driven narrative with classic point-and-click puzzles, delivered as a series of cinematic comic panels. You guide John Hopper, stranded at a remote Antarctic facility, solving interactive puzzles to uncover what happened at HQ and find a way home, with time-like twists that let you influence outcomes.

Features include handcrafted CGI graphics, achievements for thorough exploration, witty dialogue, human drama, and a snowy, cinematic atmosphere, making you feel like you’re stepping through a living comic book.

## Rankings

- #276,841 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews praise the game’s stunning visuals and its unique comic-strip escape concept, along with an engaging, dark story and challenging puzzles. Recurrent concerns center on bugs (chapter 6 and UI), tough levels like 4 that can stall progress, a lack of walkthroughs/hints, and endings that feel dark or ambiguous to some players.

### Pros

- Gorgeous, high-resolution graphics
- Unique comic-book escape game concept that blends panels with puzzles
- Engaging, dark storyline that reviewers praised
- Puzzles are challenging but solvable and varied
- Strong appetite for sequels and praise for the developer's other games

### Cons

- Technical bugs affect gameplay (notably chapter 6) and UI issues (mission screen blocking view)
- Very hard levels can lead to getting stuck (e.g., level 4)
- Few or no walkthroughs/hints available, making progress difficult without outside help
- Ending can feel dark or ambiguous, leaving some players unsatisfied

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