The Escapists 2

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
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  1. games(TM)
    Oct 6, 2017
    70
    Fun and frustrating solo, but a riot together. [Issue#192, p.71]
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  2. Critical Hit
    Aug 28, 2017
    70
    The Escapists 2 is an ingenious and sometimes frustrating romp with a rewarding experience that’s often just out of reach. A follow-up to 2015’s deliciously popular prison-escape simulator, The Escapists 2 stays true to fans with more freedom and level variety but fails to endear detractors.
  3. GameSpew
    Aug 28, 2017
    70
    It isn’t perfect, and frustration will rear its ugly head from time to time, but for all its quirks, The Escapists 2’s blend of excitement and tension will keep you hooked. Lock yourself away with The Escapists 2 and you won’t regret it.
  5. Areajugones
    Aug 22, 2017
    70
    The Escapists 2 brings a very conservative formula. The most important improvement is the multiplayer mode, which works perfectly and masks the mistakes of this game.
  6. Game Informer
    Aug 22, 2017
    70
    This is my number one frustration, as any mistake puts you back much closer to square one. Any contraband you've hidden in your desk remains, but the on-hand keys, equipment, and weaponry you spent your time crafting are gone, and it's not quick or easy to regain. It wouldn't be so frustrating if the game allowed for manual saves, but the individual levels are tied to their online leaderboards and autosave every few seconds. I wish I could have turned this off for local play.
  7. Wccftech
    Aug 23, 2017
    65
    While The Escapists 2 appears to be a bombastic, fun loving adventure through misfortune and triumph, it turns out to be mostly a long and patient game of planning, and luck.
  8. GameOver.gr
    Sep 28, 2017
    60
    The update in the graphics and the co-op mode are truly welcomed additions and the gameplay is as addictive as ever. On the downside, The Escapists 2 gives the impression of a big expansion rather than a new game as it often creates a feeling of been here, done that.
  9. God is a Geek
    Aug 22, 2017
    60
    Escaping from a prison sounds like a great concept, but half the time The Escapists 2 is just a time management game. A sandbox without much content.
  10. Cubed3
    May 30, 2019
    50
    The Escapists 2 makes a valiant effort at being a challenging, realistic take on prison life, but is a let-down in some crucial areas. The inadequate tutorials fail to capture what the rest of the experience demands, and even when this code is cracked it all becomes tedious quickly. It's a game behind the times, from the way it plays to its awkward design choices, and its weak performance and optimisation on consoles is further cause for frustration. For those willing to put themselves through an unbalanced learning curve there is some enjoyment to be had on the far side, but beyond the fleeting charm of some of the levels, the rest of the experience falls flat.

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6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 18
  3. Negative: 4 out of 18
  1. Danielxlpt
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    Muito divertido mas o problema é que sozinho é um pouco chato
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  2. JMVegas
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    Recently purchased the GOTY edition for under $10 which includes all of the DLC. The amount of content for that price is insane and I haven'tRecently purchased the GOTY edition for under $10 which includes all of the DLC. The amount of content for that price is insane and I haven't had a chance to play all of the included prisons yet. But what I have played, I have thoroughly enjoyed.

    It seems many of the issues brought up by other reviewers have been remedied with patches and game changes. Reading the most recent patch notes, there were a lot of QoL changes and issues addressed. Such as adding manual saving. It may not be for everyone, but if this kind of game interests you, than you won't be disappointed. I hadn't played the first game, so it was my introduction to the series. But I do enjoy games like Prison Architect and the like.    … Full Review »
  3. Luebert
    Sep 9, 2019
    8
    Very nice with the new multiplayer (was missing in TE1)! Much fun to find a way out with friends. Simple to learn, hard to master. You have toVery nice with the new multiplayer (was missing in TE1)! Much fun to find a way out with friends. Simple to learn, hard to master. You have to concentrade hard on higher level jails.

    Negative: 1) Map editor not for PS4. 2) Versus-mode could have more roleplay elements.    … Full Review »
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