# Escape the O — Can you outsmart the O?

> Puzzle maze game where players outsmart an AI opponent to reach the exit. (iPhone/iPad app by Nathaniel Van Evera.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-the-o/id6753982244 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nathaniel Van Evera](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827814572)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.5 · 113 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-the-o/id6753982244/reviews.md

## What is Escape the O?

Escape the O is a puzzle maze game inspired by the classic Minotaur in the Labyrinth challenge — but with a playful twist. Instead of a monster, you’re trying to outsmart Otte (“the O”), navigating through the maze to reach the exit.

For every one move you make towards the exit, O gets to move twice. However, O will only move if it reduces his distance to you and will always move sideways first.


Key Features:
- Daily maze for you to compete against your friends
- Hundreds of mazes available 
- 4 Maze Sizes: 9x9, 11x11, 13x13, 15x15

Hints are available, but do you need them?

## Key features

- Outsmart "the O" AI
- Daily competitive mazes
- Hundreds of available mazes
- Multiple maze sizes
- Hint system

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Hint Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Hint Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| Large Hint Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Hint Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tea for the Dev | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy Mr. O a Treat | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Escape the O

### How do you play Escape the O?

The goal is to reach the exit of the maze before "the O" catches you. For every move you make towards the exit, "the O" moves twice, but only if it reduces its distance to you and it prioritizes moving sideways.

### Does Escape the O have ads?

Yes, Escape the O contains advertisements.

### What maze sizes are available in Escape the O?

Escape the O offers four maze sizes: 9x9, 11x11, 13x13, and 15x15.

### Can I play Escape the O offline?

The provided data does not specify if Escape the O supports offline play. However, daily mazes might require an internet connection.

### Is Escape the O suitable for younger players?

Escape the O has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is appropriate for players aged 12 and above.

### How often is Escape the O updated?

Escape the O was last updated on December 18, 2025, with version 1.0. Further update frequency is not specified.

### What devices can I play Escape the O on?

Escape the O is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the user sentiment for Escape the O?

Based on the limited data, Escape the O has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 review, indicating very positive initial user sentiment.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2025-12-18

No release notes.

## More apps by Nathaniel Van Evera

- [Cipher Message](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cipher-message/id6748971173)

All apps by Nathaniel Van Evera: https://appshunter.io/developer/1827814572

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-01.*