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TuxScape

A grappling adventure across Antarctic biodomes—sprint past drones, unlock sealed labs, and reach the extraction pad before the storm hits.

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Gameplay overview

Escape the frozen complex

TuxScape is a browser adventure from the Tuxocide team. Tux wakes up inside a sealed Antarctic facility moments before a blizzard lockdown. With only a grappling staff and borrowed access keycards, you must swing between biodomes, dodge security drones, and find the evacuation portal before the storm slams the doors shut.

TuxScape control briefing
Grapple across gaps, avoid drone spotlights, and collect keycards to keep the escape route open.

Controls

Movement & gadgets

  • W A S D or arrow keys to run; hold Shift to sprint on straights.
  • Aim with the mouse and left click to fire the grappling staff—release to swing and vault.
  • Right click snaps the cable back instantly for emergency repositioning.
  • Press E to use terminals, open caches, or swipe keycards.

Watch the energy meter: repeated grapples drain charge until you pick up additional batteries scattered across the complex.

Objectives & hazards

Stay ahead of the drones

Each zone hides keycards you need to unlock the next door. Security drones patrol the air—step into their spotlights and hunter bots converge on your position. Use vents, rooftops, and grapple points to stay out of sight and reach the extraction pad before time expires.

Strategy tips

Keep momentum

  • Chain grapples together to maintain speed over long chasms—touch the ground only when you need to reload energy.
  • Disable cameras by hacking control panels; it slows drone response times dramatically.
  • Save your emergency retract for the final stretch when multiple lasers sweep the corridor.

Frequently asked questions

Need a quick answer?

Q: Does TuxScape work with controllers?
A: Keyboard and mouse offer the best experience, though standard gamepads map to movement and grappling with browser remapping tools.

Q: How long is a run?
A: Expect 10–15 minute escape attempts once you learn the layout; the facility reshuffles hazards on restarts.

Q: Can I pause the game?
A: Press Esc to release pointer lock—gameplay pauses while menus are open.