The Escapists 2 (2017)
- Developer
- Team17, Mouldy Toof Studios
- Publisher
- Team17
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Indie, Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.5 of 5, 33,592 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 8.7 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A frantic, pixel-art prison break where careful planning and teamwork let you dig tunnels, craft tools, and dodge guards for a tense but silly escape.
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What players say
Players praise the creative escape mechanics and co-op fun, but opinions split on difficulty: some find it too easy once you know the tricks, while others enjoy the trial and error. The game holds nostalgic value for split-screen fans, though controls can feel clunky and the loop turns repetitive.
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