One of the biggest mechanics that the game offers is the ability to craft tools out of the materials that you have gathered in secret. There were several attempts when I tried to make an escape and something unexpected, like another prisoner deciding to beat me up at the wrong time, would ruin everything. This can be fairly frustrating at times, as this happens far more often than you would think. Things such as random cell searches or getting in a fight at the wrong time can result in losing all of your materials and setting you back for several days. There are, however, times where the player has the opportunity to search other prisoner’s cells to gather materials for their eventual escape.ĭespite even the best-laid plans, the smallest mistake can be detrimental in the long run. A schedule of events (such as job duties and mealtimes) are then expected to be followed as the day progresses. A typical day in the game starts out with a roll call of all the prisoners, followed by being told the business of the day. The player is expected to figure out the daily routine, and eventually subvert this routine against itself for their own gain. The Escapists’ main gameplay centers around how a stereotypical “prison escape” would play out. Beneath The Escapists cute pixel art style lies a challenging gameplay loop that has little forgiveness for even the smallest of mistakes. You can just walk out out thinking what kind of idiots are they.My first word of advice for players interested in The Escapists? Do not let its initial appearance fool you do not go into this game expecting to beat it in a few short hours. Present signed ID papers when asked and the guard will open the gate. While you are in the hut put on the guard uniform then travel south to the guard station outside the prison.
In the hut there should be unasigned papers, combine them with ink and feather and you will get signed ID papers. Once you got the key copy and guards uniform run north outside the prison and look for a small guard hut. Take guard’s uniform too, you will need it. Do not forget to put the key back into guards inventory once you have copied it. Then you need to make a copy of the red key. The start is quite simple - beat all the guards( does not sound simple but it is if you are ready). Once you have got all these and all the items needed you are ready for the escape. This escape is kind of brutish, that is why you will need good stats, weapon and strong defensive outfit. I would recommend knuckle duster as well as good defensive outfit, for example plated inmate outfit. Crafting a good weapon will be important in this escape.
Getting ready for the escapeĪs usual start out by working your stats up and making all the items that you will need in this escape plan(listed above), except for the ID papers. Buckle up(and pump your character’s strength) for this one as you will have to fight quite some in this method of escape. This prison can be really difficult to escape from if you do not have an idea what to do. Signed ID papers = unsigned id papers + ink + feather Red key copy = red key mold + melted plastic Melted plastic = lighter + plastic spoon/knife/fork Necessary items for this method of escape: