Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP Processeur : Dual Core CPU 2.4 gHz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD Graphics 4000, Nvidia GeForce 8000, ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : carte compatible Windows Notes supplémentaires : nous vous recommandons de mettre à jour les pilotes informatiques de votre PC avant de jouer. Si votre PC n'est plus géré par votre fabricant et que vos pilotes informatiques sont très vieux, vous aurez peut-être du mal à faire fonctionner le jeu. Veuillez consulter le fabricant de votre PC p
The Escapists
Prison life turned strategy in The Escapists turns each escape plan into a mini‑adventure, and that design has earned it an almost unanimous stamp from players. The game boasts a 90% global positive rating and 91% of post‑release reviews were favorable, with 196 players clocking in over 25 hours and 97% of those expressing positive sentiment.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 136 | 111 | 8 | 17 |
| Content / longevity | 24 | 17 | 2 | 5 |
| Graphics / art | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 12 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| Stability / bugs | 9 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| Performance | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Story / writing | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Multiplayer | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 18 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.3 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 21, 2014 · All-time low: €2.99 (Oct 03, 2022)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 37 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 1,8 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Gameplay dominates the praise: 111 positive mentions out of 136
- Graphics and audio are well‑received, with 18 positive mentions out of 20 for graphics and 11 out of 12 for audio
- High replay value is evident from the large 25+ hour player base, 97% of whom reviewed it positively
- The game’s blend of action, adventure and simulation resonates, as seen in frequent keywords like ‘évasion’, ‘prison’ and ‘stratégie'
Weaknesses
- Bugs reported by 8 of 9 reviewers
- User interface criticized with 4 negative mentions out of 5
- Repetitive gameplay noted by 5 negative mentions
Who is it for?
The Escapists is a solid pick for strategy and simulation enthusiasts who enjoy crafting escape plans and are willing to overlook minor bugs and UI quirks. Gamers who appreciate a well‑balanced, retrospective‑styled adventure will find the experience rewarding.
Is The Escapists worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 90% of 16,184 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 14,99€.
Verdict
Overall, The Escapists delivers a compelling prison‑escape simulation that has earned widespread acclaim, with strengths in gameplay, visuals and replayability outweighing a few technical snags. Its enduring popularity is reflected in the high post‑release approval rates and the substantial portion of players who invest significant time in mastering the game.
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