We started by creating a system where the player has to cater towards various ‘Needs’ such as food, hygiene, clothing etc. We knew that Escape Mode had the potential to be a deeper, more rewarding experience, but just what is it that makes prison escapes so compelling? After a lot of thumb-twiddling, we realized that to really encapsulate the feeling of a prison escape, you need to tap into the inmate’s dual life blend in like a regular prisoner going about their daily routine, while slowly and meticulously plotting their escape. There was a lot of expectation for the mode to be a direct lift of the PC version, but this didn’t sit right with us. With the console release of Escape Mode, we really had our work cut out. You can try to escape your own prison, or try your luck at one of the thousands of community-made maps ready to download from World of Wardens.
Prison Architect is the BAFTA award winning prison-building simulator, and finally after years of fan anticipation, Escape Mode is finally here! Take on the role of an inmate and try to escape by forming a crew, bribing guards and developing your skills to execute a masterful escape plan.