Prison Run and Gun

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Prison Run and Gun is a 2D pixel art prison escape game. You play as a prisoner, battling guards and environmental hazards to escape from your cell. With a variety of weapons and power-ups, you must fight your way to freedom in this intense action game.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 178 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Engaging and challenging gameplay with a variety of puzzles and platforming mechanics that require skill and strategy.
Well-crafted pixel art graphics and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the nostalgic feel of the game.
High replayability due to the progression system, achievements, and the need to collect keys in each level.

Lack of checkpoints can lead to frustration, as players must restart entire levels after dying.
Controls can feel unresponsive or awkward, particularly with keyboard input, which may hinder gameplay.
Some levels have a steep difficulty spike, making it challenging for players to progress without significant trial and error.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
62%
9%
The gameplay of "prison run and gun" is characterized by its fast-paced run and gun mechanics, providing an intense and engaging experience that balances accessibility with increasing complexity. While the vibrant pixel art and fluid animations enhance the overall feel, some players note a lack of variety in scenery and mechanics, leading to moments of repetition. Despite these critiques, the game is praised for its challenging puzzles and unique mechanics, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “Developed by Quantized Bit, the title combines an engaging narrative with fast-paced gameplay and exciting challenges, set in a prison setting that provides a plot full of twists and turns.”
- “The run and gun mechanics allow for frenetic gameplay, where speed and skill are key.”
- “The pixel art aesthetic, combined with the fluid gameplay and varied challenges, makes this title an excellent choice for fans of action and platforming.”
- “The gun throwing mechanics are also very bad that you can't control where the gun lands.”
- “The game does get a bit repetitive due to lack of new scenery and mechanics.”
- “I'd almost say this is a combination of Broforce and the puzzle mechanics of something like Half-Life or Portal, which takes the run-and-gun almost completely out of the game, ironically enough.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's graphics feature a nostalgic pixel art style that appeals to fans of retro aesthetics, reminiscent of 90s classics. While some players appreciate the simplistic visuals and fluid gameplay, others criticize the lack of detail and the inability to enhance the graphics quality, viewing the retro design as a cover for poor artistic execution. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with some praising their charm and others finding them lackluster.
- “With well-crafted pixel art graphics, the game creates a nostalgic atmosphere, reminiscent of the classics of the 90s.”
- “The pixel art aesthetic, combined with the fluid gameplay and varied challenges, makes this title an excellent choice for fans of action and platforming.”
- “It's one of the games that use old school pixel-style graphics combined with a modern graphics engine and animations.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the mobile app, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the mobile app, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
32%
14%
The music in "Prison Run and Gun" is generally well-received, with many players praising its catchy and engaging soundtrack that enhances the game's fast-paced action. However, some users noted that the repetitive nature of the music can become annoying over time, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact. Despite these criticisms, the soundtrack is often described as a highlight, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.
- “The soundtrack of 'Prison Run and Gun' perfectly complements the game's frenetic action.”
- “With an engaging soundtrack that mixes electronic elements and action sounds, the music keeps the adrenaline high throughout the levels.”
- “Great visual style, superb sounds and music, intuitive and handy controls - that's the recipe for an ideal indie game.”
- “The music is repetitive and annoying.”
- “The song does not change even after 5 small levels.”
- “The music seems to be a short melody that repeats in a short time period.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The game's story is characterized by an engaging narrative filled with twists, set in a prison environment that reflects themes of perseverance and unexpected challenges. However, some players feel that the simplistic presentation and lack of depth detract from the overall experience, with criticisms aimed at the way the main story is locked behind gameplay elements. Overall, while the narrative has potential, it may not resonate with all players, particularly those seeking a more adventure-driven experience.
- “Developed by Quantized Bit, the title combines an engaging narrative with fast-paced gameplay and exciting challenges, set in a prison setting that provides a plot full of twists and turns.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “There's some moral in that story, but I can't be bothered; let's talk about this mobile app and why it sucks.”
- “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the mobile app.”
- “The presentation uses a simplistic graphic/audio style and lacks any real story, but this is redeemed by crisp control and clever level design.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players noting its funny animations and comedic elements that provide both entertainment and frustration. Many find it a lighthearted experience, making it a great choice for relaxation while still delivering laughs, especially during character mishaps.
- “This game was so funny and frustrating at the same time.”
- “Very funny game, just for relaxation. Highly recommended!”
- “Funny little sidescroller puzzle game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game features strong replayability due to its progression system that motivates players to improve their performance, alongside collectible keys in each level that are challenging to find and obtain. Despite being somewhat short, these elements encourage repeated playthroughs.
- “Although a bit on the short side, it holds plenty of replayability by offering keys to collect in each level that are especially hard to find and most of the time even harder to obtain.”
- “Albeit a bit on the short side, it holds plenty of replayability by offering keys to collect in each level that are especially hard to find and most of the time even harder to get hold of.”
- “This progression encourages repetition and the pursuit of better results, increasing replayability.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight a mix of emotional responses, with some users feeling a sense of accomplishment upon completing the game, while others express frustration towards the developer's handling of criticism, suggesting a disconnect between the game's emotional impact and the developer's reception of feedback.
- “It took me a while to beat, but it made me feel accomplished when I did.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its well-crafted pixel art graphics, evoking a nostalgic feel that pays homage to classic 90s titles.
- “With well-crafted pixel art graphics, the game creates a nostalgic atmosphere, reminiscent of the classics of the 90s.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization of "Prison Run and Gun" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that it is essentially a mobile app repackaged for Steam, where it is being sold despite being available for free on app stores.
- “Prison Run and Gun is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not). It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is available on the app stores as 'Prison Run and Minigun' if you want to play this free mobile app.”
- “The monetization strategy is incredibly aggressive, pushing players to spend money just to enjoy basic features that should be included in the game.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could have been great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players note that the absence of a checkpoint system can make grinding through challenging levels tedious, especially as the difficulty increases, testing their patience throughout the game.
- “The lack of a checkpoint system can become somewhat tedious while playing some of the hardest levels, and the difficulty curve becomes steeper as you progress, which can definitely test your patience from time to time.”
- “Grinding in this game feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged, as it often feels like you're just going through the motions without any real sense of achievement.”