Prison Architect

Lifecycle

Oct 6, 2015Released on PC · Mac · Linux
Jun 28, 2016Released on PS4 · Xbox One
May 25, 2017Released on iOS · Android
Aug 20, 2018Released on Switch

Summary

The game is a top-down 2D construction and management simulation where the player takes control of building and running a prison. The player is responsible for managing various aspects of their prison including building cells and facilities, planning and connecting utilities, hiring and assigning staff, including a warden, guards, workers, and more. The player needs to recruit staff to unlock more aspects of the game. The player is also responsible for the finance, and keeping their inmates content.