Exit combines platform and puzzle genres with cartoon graphics and an upbeat-jazz soundtrack. The player navigates an "escapologist" through disaster scenarios, solving puzzles and rescuing trapped survivors. 100 levels build skill and difficulty at a reasonable pace, and more are available as free downloads from the web.

The original presentation is a large part of Exit's charm. Different illustrative styles are used to animate characters, environments, and effects. Speech balloons appear during interactions with the survivors, further emphasizing the cartoon feel. The background music coordinates with the visuals to create a retro-noire atmosphere.

Pacing is significantly slower than most contemporary puzzle games. Solving levels doesn't rely upon reflexes, and the player has no special powers to deal with obstacles. Success comes from applying observation and logic, with a little trial-and-error thrown in. Even accepting that the action is more leisurely, sometimes things are too unhurried when moving through the levels. There are occasional lags between input and response that become frustrating even after becoming accustomed to the even stride of the challenges.

Exit is distinctive and entertaining, with a good balance between story, play, and presentation. There aren't any multi-player options, but there's more than enough to be challenged and amused for quite a while.