ESCAPE EVIL GRANDPA — Before you hit Play
About
OverviewEscape Evil Grandpa is a Roblox obby where you're locked in with a hostile grandpa named Eugene and have to get out by running through obstacle courses while he chases you. The game is built for beginners but includes jump scares, so know that going in. This guide covers the basics, how each stage works, what the shop can do for you, and what to do when you get stuck.
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Before you hit Play
CheckThe game's own description warns that grandpa Eugene hates his grandchildren and will not let you escape on his watch — the threat is constant from the moment you start. Jump scares are part of the experience, so they cannot be avoided. Turning your volume down before you start is the easiest way to soften the shock. If sudden scary sounds bother you a lot, playing with someone nearby helps.
- Lower your volume before starting so jump scares are less startling
- The obstacle difficulty itself is aimed at beginners, so the courses are manageable
- If you find it too scary, play with a parent or older sibling present
Getting started — your first run
Step
You begin trapped in the house with Eugene already a threat. Your job is to push forward through each set of obstacles while he chases you. Use WASD or your controller stick to move and the space bar or jump button to clear gaps and platforms.
- Move forward use WASD on keyboard or the left stick on a controller to walk and run
- Jump press the space bar or your controller's jump button to clear obstacles
- Check behind you turn the camera back occasionally to see where Eugene is
- Keep going if you fall or get caught, the game lets you retry the stage as many times as you need
How the stages work
Summary
The game is made up of multiple stages, each with its own set of obstacles. Early stages stick to straightforward jumps, but the difficulty increases as you advance. The biggest shift comes later in the game when Eugene transforms into his MECH form — a robot version of himself that changes how the chase feels.
- Early stages simple jump obstacles
- Later stages more complex layouts, higher difficulty
- MECH form Eugene's robot transformation appears in later stages
- Goal reach the end of each stage to progress toward the full escape
Fixing a stuck run
Step
If you have tried a stage many times, the shop's power-ups are worth considering.
- Check your jump timing approach the obstacle carefully rather than rushing
- Consider the shop if you have tried the stage many times, a power-up is worth looking at
Ratings and reach
TableThese figures were measured on October 1, 2026.
| Total visits | 310,751,428 |
| Favourites | 117,679 |
| Positive votes | 58.41% |
| Roblox age rating | minimal, minimum age 0 |
Glossary
Glossary- Obby
- Short for obstacle course — a Roblox game genre where you jump and climb through a series of challenges to reach the end.
- Jump scare
- A sudden scary image or loud sound designed to startle you, which this game uses as part of its horror atmosphere.
- MECH form
- The robot version Eugene transforms into in later stages.
- Power-up
- An item you can buy in the shop that helps you get through stages more easily.
- Retry
- Starting a stage over after failing — this game lets you do it as many times as you want.
- Decent Obbies
- The developer group that made this game — joining the group on Roblox is a way to hear about their other games.
Common questions
FAQIs this game actually hard?
The obstacles are designed for beginners, so the courses themselves are on the easier side. The challenge comes more from the jump scares and the pressure of Eugene chasing you. You can retry every stage as many times as you need, so there is no punishment for failing.
What happens when Eugene catches me?
Getting caught ends your current attempt at that stage and sends you back to its beginning. Nothing is lost permanently — you just try again.
Do I have to buy power-ups to finish the game?
No. The developer has said directly that buying anything is optional and that playing through without spending is completely valid. Power-ups exist as extra help, not as a gate blocking your progress.
How do I deal with the jump scares if they bother me?
Turning your volume down before you start is the most effective step. Playing with a parent or friend nearby also takes some of the edge off.
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