diff --git a/init.lua b/init.lua
index e44e372..ee4c1af 100644
--- a/init.lua
+++ b/init.lua
@@ -81,7 +81,10 @@ end
 
 function update(ctx, dt)
     if input.was_action_pressed("quit") then
-        engine.exit(0)
+        -- ADR-0028: ESC returns to launcher rather than exiting the app.
+        -- If launcher is not discoverable, P.3.2 lifecycle handles via fatal.
+        engine.switch_module("lib-sporel.launcher")
+        return
     end
 
     player.update(dt)