Strategy · 2015
Prison Architect
Prison Architect is a person construction and management simulator developed by Introversion Software. It is a two-dimensional top-down simulator where it is the player's responsibility to build new prison blocks, cells, facilities, manage the staff such as wardens, guards and so on. The more staff hired - the more…
Key facts
- Released
- 5 October 2015
- Genre
- Strategy · Indie · Simulation
- Length
- ≈ 44 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Double Eleven, Introversion Software
- Critics
- Metacritic 83
- Steam reviews
- 89% positive (72,330 reviews)
- Best price
- $29.99 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Brainy" vibe
- ≈ 44h to see the end
- Sandbox
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Prison Architect?
Expect about 44 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Prison Architect with friends?
No, Prison Architect is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Prison Architect on?
Prison Architect is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Where to buy Prison Architect for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $29.99 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is Prison Architect a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 83. On Steam, 89% positive (72,330 reviews).
What games are like Prison Architect?
In the same spirit: Kingdoms and Castles, Endzone: A World Apart and Another Brick in the Mall.



