The Escapists 2
Release Date: August 22, 2017
Simulation, RPG elements, puzzle elements, prison, 2D, adventure elements, arcade elements, splitscreen, Game Pass, EA Play, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN
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A sequel to the 2015 game by Mouldy Toof which was a unique arcade 2D platformer with elements of logic and RPG productions. In The Escapist 2, the players assume the role of inmates locked up in heavily-guarded prisons, and their task is to work out the security system and to escape. To do so, we have to look for allies and items that can be crafted into useful tools while pretending that we tend to our usual prison routines.
The Escapists 2 for PC, PS4 and etc. is a sequel to 2015’s The Escapists by Mouldy Toof. It was published by Team 17 Software, known mostly for the Worms series.
Mechanics
The title doesn’t turn the original gameplay formula upside down. It is still a 2D arcade adventure game with elements of logic and RPG. The players assume the role of inmates locked up in heavily-guarded prisons. Our task is to break the system down and escape. Of course, it only sounds easy — while pretending to live our regular prison life, we have to collect items which we will turn into tools that we need to escape, search for allies among other inmates, and so on.
Several improvements were made in comparison with the original game. We have new ways of spending spare time of which we have plenty in prison. The players can, for example, join a music band or learn to paint. Apart from that, the developers of The Escapists 2 for PC, PS4 and etc. introduced additional items that can be crafted from salvaged objects. There is no shortage of new ways of escaping, as well. Since prisons are now multistory, and we can get out of a higher floor by tying bedsheets together to go out of the window unnoticed. Furthermore, the combat system was altered — players can block incoming blows and perform strong or weak attacks. Everything is complemented by lesser enhancements, including more customization options for our character.
Game modes
The most important novelty in The Escapists 2 for PC, PS4 and etc. is the drop-in/drop-out multiplayer mode which the original game lacked. In the second part, a maximum of four players can play cooperatively or competitively, either on a split screen or over the Internet.
Technical aspects
The graphics of The Escapists 2 were slightly enhanced in comparison with the game’s predecessor. The production retains the same pixel art style, though.
Last updated on October 28, 2016
Videos and Screens
[1:06] The Escapists 2 Wicked Ward DLC
[1:11] The Escapists 2 launch trailer
GAMERS Score
Average score from 89 votes. 104 players anticipated the game.
The Escapists 2 Summary
Game Series: The Escapists
Platforms:
PC / Windows August 22, 2017
Switch January 11, 2018
PlayStation 4 August 22, 2017
Xbox One August 22, 2017
Android OS January 31, 2019
Apple iOS January 31, 2019
Developer: Mouldy Toof
Publisher: Team17
The Escapists 2 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce GT 8800/Radeon HD 4650 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10
Recommended: Intel Core i5-2500K 3.3 GHz/AMD FX-6300 3.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 750/Radeon R7 370 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10
The Escapists 2 and Pathway for Free on Epic Games Store
Starting today, we will be able to get The Escapists 2 and Pathway for free on Epic Games Store, which will replace the still available ARK: Survival Evolved and Samurai Shodown NeoGeo Collection.
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Bart Woldanski
June 18, 2020
The Escapists is getting a sequel, featuring multiplayer and new combat system
Newly announced, The Escapists 2 is going to feature expanded mechanics as well as multiplayer modes. The game is coming for PC and consoles next year.
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October 3, 2016