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The Escapists

The Escapists

February 12, 2015
Team17 Software Ltd.
4.4/5.0(11,291 reviews)
~4h playtime
Metacritic 71
PuzzleRole Playing Games

Xbox 360 · PlayStation 4 · Nintendo Switch · Xbox One · Linux · Android · macOS · PC · iOS

Good

Overall, player feedback on The Escapists is predominantly positive, with many praising its strategic depth, rewarding gameplay, and freedom to explore various escape methods. However, some players expressed frustration with bugs, difficulty, and comparison to the sequel. Despite these criticisms, a significant number of players remain highly enthusiastic about the game, often highlighting nostalgic value and a challenging yet satisfying experience.

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About This Game

The Escapists is a light-hearted prison break simulation that lets players plan their escape in an open-world environment. Combining strategy, crafting, and resource management, players navigate prison life by doing favors, working jobs, and honing their stealth skills to execute their escape plans.

Highlights

  • Engaging strategic gameplay that rewards planning and creativity
  • Multiple escape routes foster player freedom and exploration
  • Unique pixel art style that adds charm and nostalgia
  • Challenging progression with high replayability
  • Dynamic day-night cycle affecting gameplay mechanics

Themes

crimelight-heartedmoderncooperationcompetitionexplorationcomedic

Mechanics

real-timesandboxstealthcraftingresource-managementinventory-managementlevelingdialoguepuzzle-solvinghidden-secretscollectiblestradingcurrency-systemcombatday-night-cycle

Platforms

Xbox 360
PlayStation 4
Nintendo Switch
Xbox One
Linux
Android
macOS
PC
iOS

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
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Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric

Player Reviews

Good

Overall, player feedback on The Escapists is predominantly positive, with many praising its strategic depth, rewarding gameplay, and freedom to explore various escape methods. However, some players expressed frustration with bugs, difficulty, and comparison to the sequel. Despite these criticisms, a significant number of players remain highly enthusiastic about the game, often highlighting nostalgic value and a challenging yet satisfying experience.

Pros

  • • Strategic gameplay that rewards planning and creativity
  • • Multiple methods of escape foster freedom
  • • Unique pixel art style and nostalgic value
  • • Challenging yet rewarding progression
  • • High replayability with diverse gameplay experiences

Cons

  • • Technical issues including bugs and difficulty accessing game features
  • • Steeper learning curve and complexity in crafting mechanics
  • • Comparison to sequels often highlights its shortcomings
  • • Some players found the gameplay loop repetitive or tedious
  • • One-time save issues frustrate the gaming experience

Based on 99 reviews from steam

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The Escapists — Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Escapists worth playing?
The Escapists has a good reception from players, holding an average score of 4.4 out of 5 across 11,291 reviews.
Is The Escapists single-player or multiplayer?
The Escapists supports single player.
What platforms is The Escapists available on?
The Escapists is available on PS4.
When did The Escapists release?
The Escapists released on February 12, 2015.
What is The Escapists's age rating?
The Escapists carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.