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Prison Architect
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Very Positive90% of 59,107 reviews are positivePlaytime
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Main Story
16h 37m
Main + Extra
41h 36m
Completionist
62h 31m
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About This Game
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.
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2 videos + 8 screenshotsLast updated Mar 7, 2026