Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Basic Information

Q: What kind of game is Deadline Escape?

It is a low-poly extraction looter shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world. The gameplay loop involves equipping yourself at your hideout, deploying to raid maps to collect loot, and extracting before the time limit expires.

Q: How much does it cost?

$4.99. It was 20% OFF at $3.99 during the Early Access launch. Gradual price increases are planned as content is added, but no price increase is planned after the 1.0 release.

Q: Does it support multiplayer?

No, it is singleplayer only.

Q: Is it available in Japanese?

Currently only English is supported (with full voice acting). Localization is included in the future roadmap.

Q: Can I play on Steam Deck?

It is partially supported. Playing is possible, but some controls and UI elements may have limitations.

Gameplay

Q: Where is the save data stored?

C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\DeadlineEscape\Saved

Q: What is the difference between Softcore and Hardcore?

Softcore provides a more forgiving survival experience, while Hardcore is a brutal mode where every decision has serious consequences. Softcore is recommended for beginners.

Q: Can I change the difficulty?

Yes. You can individually adjust 3 parameters: Enemy Health / Enemy Damage / Enemy Fire Rate Cooldown. These are classified into 6 levels (Casual to Unfair).

Q: Which starting stash should I choose?

If unsure, Breacher is a well-balanced choice. Rapid focuses on mobility, and Challenger is for advanced players.

Items & Equipment

Q: What are poker chips?

Special currency used to purchase keys. Red Poker Chips drop from Rebels, and Black Poker Chips drop from Renegades. They can also be exchanged at the Gambler NPC.

Q: What is the poker chip exchange rate?

• 2 Red + $180 → 1 Black
• 1 Black + $120 → 2 Red

Q: What is the secure container?

A container that protects items even if you die. Storing valuables, keys, and recovery items in it reduces the risk of loss on a failed raid.

Q: What happens when I exceed the weight limit?

When a container's weight limit is exceeded, magazines are dropped on the ground.

Maps & Raids

Q: How many maps are there?

4 raid maps (Warehouse, Crossroads, Mall, Deadrise) and 1 practice area (Shooting Range).

Q: What happens if I fail to extract?

When the countdown reaches 0, extraction fails and you lose all items except those in your secure container. A warning message appears at 7 minutes remaining, so prepare to extract with time to spare.

Q: How do I obtain keys?

You can purchase them from the Gambler NPC with poker chips + Money. Bosses may also drop keys for their respective maps.

Other

Q: How many achievements are there in total?

100. They include map achievements, kill achievements, and difficulty-based extraction statistics achievements.

Q: What updates are planned?

New maps/zones, new enemy types, performance improvements, weapon/item additions, game map feature, localization, and more are planned. See the Update History page for details.