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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (32-bit versions) Processeur : Intel Core Duo E6600 @ 2.4GHz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel 4400, GeForce GT 8800, AMD Radeon HD 4650 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Windows Compatible Sound card

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions) Processeur : i5-2500k@3.3GHz, AMD FX 6300 3.5GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 750, AMD R7 370 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Windows Compatible Sound card

The Escapists 2

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Released August 21, 2017
sample: 490 reviews posted after launch (149 AI-classified)
89/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 91 % · 33,592 reviews (« Very Positive »)
19,99€ 4,99€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Co‑op antics and a tongue‑in‑cheek prison vibe dominate the conversation: 35 positive mentions out of 43 highlight multiplayer fun. Overall the game enjoys a Very Positive Steam rating with 91 % of 33,592 reviews favorable, and satisfaction climbs to 93 % among players who logged over 25 hours.

What it's about: Fabriquez, volez, combattez et évadez-vous ! C'est l'heure de s'échapper des pires prisons du monde alors que vous retrouvez votre vie carcérale dans The Escapists 2, désormais avec le mode multijoueur ! Parviendrez-vous à vous évader ?

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« I took so much time to get out of prison and I almost got caught multiple times. Then I went home and downloaded the Escapists 2. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played111
« I spent 3 real-life days digging a tunnel with a spoon. I forgot to cover the hole. A guard named Steve found it. Steve now owns my soul. 10/10 would attempt escaping again. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« As a person who 100% this game, it is fabulous but my friend still remained inside because he was trafficking minors to get them reproduce more popularity in this world »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played11
« Donne envie de faire 10 ans de placards juste pour voir »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played
« On peut frapper des gens avec des rats morts »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« purement un shoot de nostalgie à chaque secondes »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« It's decent with friends, but it is still unpolished. It requires a lot of effort for little payoff and for me, it is just not worth it. You spend majority of the game doing boring, repetetive, nigh pointless tasks. »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« je peut pas jouer avec mon pote ca me deco a chaque foit »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played
« Envie de me sucider à cause de ce jeu ( j'ai payé pour un dlc ou y'a une map hitler en + ) »
👎 anonymous review · 45 h played
« il manque l'option ramasser la savonnette, ça manque sérieusement. 0.5/10 »
👎 anonymous review · 17 h played
« Impossible de bind les touches d'inventaire sur un clavier AZERTY. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« Ce n'est pas une évasion si on a étais enfermé pour rien »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played

In players' words

« I took so much time to get out of prison and I almost got caught multiple times. Then I went home and downloaded the Escapists 2. »
👍 anonymous review · 5 h played111
« It's decent with friends, but it is still unpolished. It requires a lot of effort for little payoff and for me, it is just not worth it. You spend majority of the game doing boring, repetetive, nigh pointless tasks. »
👎 anonymous review · 10 h played1
« I spent 3 real-life days digging a tunnel with a spoon. I forgot to cover the hole. A guard named Steve found it. Steve now owns my soul. 10/10 would attempt escaping again. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« je peut pas jouer avec mon pote ca me deco a chaque foit »
👎 anonymous review · 42 h played
« As a person who 100% this game, it is fabulous but my friend still remained inside because he was trafficking minors to get them reproduce more popularity in this world »
👍 anonymous review · 36 h played11
« Envie de me sucider à cause de ce jeu ( j'ai payé pour un dlc ou y'a une map hitler en + ) »
👎 anonymous review · 45 h played
« Donne envie de faire 10 ans de placards juste pour voir »
👍 anonymous review · 49 h played
« il manque l'option ramasser la savonnette, ça manque sérieusement. 0.5/10 »
👎 anonymous review · 17 h played
« On peut frapper des gens avec des rats morts »
👍 anonymous review · 26 h played
« Impossible de bind les touches d'inventaire sur un clavier AZERTY. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« purement un shoot de nostalgie à chaque secondes »
👍 anonymous review · 11 h played
« Ce n'est pas une évasion si on a étais enfermé pour rien »
👍 anonymous review · 19 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
79 % pos · n=120
Multiplayer
81 % pos · n=43
Graphics / art
76 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
72 % pos · n=18
Value for money
78 % pos · n=9
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=6
Performance
40 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=5
Story / writing
75 % pos · n=4
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12095817
Multiplayer433508
Graphics / art211632
Content / longevity181314
Value for money9702
Audio / music8800
Interface / UX6015
Performance5203
Stability / bugs5005
Story / writing4301

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 14 h on median; those who dislike it: 8 h.

<2h
66 % (n=32)
2-10h
88 % (n=163)
10-25h
91 % (n=168)
>25h
93 % (n=127)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📉 Down since launch (-8 pts) — reception has worsened
Dec 2025 : 94% positive94DecJan 2026 : 100% positive100JanApr 2026 : 89% positive89AprMay 2026 : 87% positive87MayJun 2026 : 88% positive88JunJul 2026 : 91% positive91Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€1.59€6.79€11.99€17.19€22.39201820192020202120222023202420252026€3.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 12, 2017 · All-time low: €3.99 (Dec 04, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,7 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 58 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,4 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Co‑op gameplay is praised: 35 positive mentions out of 43 total.
  • Humorous tone resonates: the keyword “humour” appears 20 times across reviews.
  • Audio receives unanimous approval: 8 positive mentions out of 8.
  • Graphics are well‑received: 16 positive mentions out of 21.
  • Price is seen as fair: 7 positive mentions out of 9.

Weaknesses

  • Performance hiccups are noted: 3 negative mentions out of 5.
  • Bugs are a pain point: 5 negative mentions out of 5.
  • User‑interface frustrates some players: 5 negative mentions out of 6.
  • Story is thin: 1 negative mention out of 4.

Who is it for?

Fans of light‑hearted strategy sims who enjoy multiplayer chaos will thrive. Solo players who appreciate humor and low‑stress management can also find plenty of enjoyment.

Is The Escapists 2 worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 91% of 33,592 Steam reviews are positive (player score 89/100). Most-praised strength: Co‑op gameplay is praised. Current price: 4,99€ (75% off).

Verdict

The Escapists 2 delivers a consistently upbeat experience, especially when played with friends, as reflected by its high Steam approval and strong praise for co‑op, humor, and audio. Technical quirks and a modest narrative keep it from being flawless, but the value‑for‑money perception remains solid. Overall, it stands as a compelling pick for anyone seeking a fun, replayable prison‑break sandbox.

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The Escapists 2: 89/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

coop (26)humour (20)fun (13)graphismes (9)absurde (8)évasion (8)nostalgie (6)plaisir (5)bugs (5)recommandé (5)simple (4)solo (4)

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