30
Undoubtedly, there has been enjoyment had by enough people to warrant a Switch release, but the time and patience to do the simplest things without external help was just not for me. The few humorous lines of dialogue spouted by the guards and fellow inmates did little to put a shine over my miserable time with The Escapists.
80
The Complete Edition of The Escapists can be easily considered the best entry in the series, but only because of Nintendo Switch. The gameplay mechanics and Switch capabilities are a royal match, and the addition of all the expansion packs in a package that costs only 15 dollars, makes it a title you want to have on your portable console.
60
Overall, The Escapists is not a game that I particularly enjoyed, but at the same time I didn’t dislike it either. It was a decent time, but that fun was rather short-lived. The game suffers from a lack of explanation and there's no real indication on what you can actually do. The depth is there, but only if you're willing to do and try every combination of actions and items over and over. The crafting system is mostly guesswork and random chance. But the freedom you have in planning your escapes, the strategy aspects, surveying the area and pulling off your breakout, are thrilling in their moments.
0
The original was fine and super difficult but that was how it was meant to be This version is only difficult due to a huge amount of bugs making the 3rd prison unplayable due to getting sent to solitary for nothing and in the same prison there are random tiles inside that sniper can still shoot you at... EVEN THOUGH YOU'RE INSIDE! Would not recommend at all if you want to play the 1st escapists play the original or mobile which for some reason doesn't have these problems even though it's just a downgraded console port
8
This is a clever little game. I bought it on sale for $2 and found it to be very enjoyable.
3
I couldn't enjoy this game. This was not fun at all and I regret this purchase.
The Escapists: Complete Edition
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Sep 25, 2018
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67
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Oct 2, 2018
82
Filled with humor, cuddly visuals and some surprising depth, The Escapists: Complete Edition is a big game in a tiny little package. You might feel like a real prisoner at times trying to survive its grueling difficulty, but its charm and reasonable price help to make this stint in the big-house a surprisingly fun experience.
Sep 30, 2018
80
The Escapists: Complete Edition looks crisp and beautiful on the Nintendo Switch. The pixelated prisoners and officers have never looked better, as as with any game rereleased on Nintendo’s handheld hybrid, the ability to play on the go is a massive boon.
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Jan 2, 2022
8
This is a clever little game. I bought it on sale for $2 and found it to be very enjoyable.
Oct 16, 2018
5
Fun for a minute or but once that new sneaker smell wears off there's limited replay ability
Oct 19, 2018
70
Overall, this is a classic puzzle and strategy game with a wealth of content to keep the prison escapes interesting. While it does need some improvements to make it truly great, I’d still recommend fans of the genre to give it a spin and see if they have what it takes to be an escapist.
Oct 9, 2018
70
While it is great to see the most complete edition of the original game hit the Switch, there are some areas this port could’ve been worked on to make it the best version of the game. Even if touch support isn’t added, the performance issues need addressing.
Oct 1, 2018
70
While it may seem like a strange decision releasing the original Escapists game after the sequel, there is still plenty of fun to be had here. Some elements such as the crafting made being in virtual prison pretty punishing, but piecing together how you’re going to break out and what you need to do can be enjoyable as you make your way to freedom.
Sep 29, 2018
60
The Escapists is a cute, challenging, and potentially rewarding sandbox game that refuses to hold your hand. Releasing it after the much more refined sequel doesn't prove flattering, however. If you've played The Escapists 2, the original will feel like a notable step back. If you haven't played The Escapists 2, that's the game you should go for.
Nov 26, 2018
30
Undoubtedly, there has been enjoyment had by enough people to warrant a Switch release, but the time and patience to do the simplest things without external help was just not for me. The few humorous lines of dialogue spouted by the guards and fellow inmates did little to put a shine over my miserable time with The Escapists.
Aug 2, 2019
1
This is an exceptionally difficult game. Too difficult. Has a bit of old school charm in the graphics, and a really good concept (use what you can find around an environment to escape). But there is almost no guidance on how to combine items successfully and then use them (so I assume that anyone who makes progress is researching tips from other players all the time). The process of getting the items and keeping a hold of them without being discovered is painfully slow. And invariably you get into an unwanted fight with someone and lose everything. There are save game bugs which mean you lose the tips and tasks you were working on which takes even more of a shine off. Not recommended.
Jun 7, 2022
0
The original was fine and super difficult but that was how it was meant to be This version is only difficult due to a huge amount of bugs making the 3rd prison unplayable due to getting sent to solitary for nothing and in the same prison there are random tiles inside that sniper can still shoot you at... EVEN THOUGH YOU'RE INSIDE! Would not recommend at all if you want to play the 1st escapists play the original or mobile which for some reason doesn't have these problems even though it's just a downgraded console port
SummaryThe Escapists: Complete Edition brings you the whole original Escapists experience including all DLC packs as well as Fhurst Peak which is exclusive to Nintendo Switch. The Escapists is an award winning prison break simulation that provides players the opportunity of experiencing a light-hearted insight into everyday prison life. Master ... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
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- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date:Sep 25, 2018
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