The Escapists (2015)
- Developer
- Mouldy Toof Studios
- Publisher
- Team17
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.5 of 5, 16,182 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 8.5 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tense but darkly funny sandbox where careful planning and constant risk of failure drive every makeshift tool and tunnel.
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What players say
Players describe it as an addictive and satisfying puzzle game about planning and executing a prison escape, though the crafting system's memory demands and some difficulty spikes frustrate some. Many note it feels dated compared to its more polished sequel.
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