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Prison Simulator Prologue

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84%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
optimization, music
84% User Score Based on 553 reviews

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Prison Simulator Prologue is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Baked Games and was released on May 20, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Prison Simulator: Full Game About the GamePrison Simulator: Prologue takes you back to the past and shows you the cruellest events that the walls of this prison have seen. Everything starts inconspicuously. Exactly as if you have just started another boring shift at work. But you see that something is going on.. Everything looks a little different here. Prisoners are disgusting swines who wil…

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 553 reviews
story8 positive mentions
optimization4 negative mentions
  • Unique concept that allows players to experience the role of a prison guard, which is rarely explored in gaming.
  • Engaging gameplay with various activities, including managing prisoners, maintaining order, and dealing with contraband.
  • The prologue is free, providing a good introduction to the game and its mechanics, which can entice players to purchase the full version.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs, crashes, and poor optimization, which can hinder the overall experience.
  • Combat mechanics are clunky and unrealistic, leading to frustrating encounters during riots and fights.
  • Some players feel the game lacks depth and becomes repetitive quickly, with limited content in the prologue.
  • story
    45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect receives mixed reviews, with some players expressing disappointment over a lack of depth and originality, labeling it as generic or underdeveloped. However, others appreciate the unique storytelling style and engaging gameplay mechanics, particularly in the context of a prison simulator, and express hope for more content in future updates. Overall, while the story has potential, many players feel it needs significant improvement to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “Although the game is in trial version, I was very impressed. I encountered a story style and game mechanics that I have not seen before; I recommend it to everyone.”
    • “Awesome story! For an unfinished game, it's amazing.”
    • “If it had more story to it, I would have been playing it more, but that will have to wait until the full game. It's amazing and the greatest prison story game that I know of.”
    • “ this game has no story”
    • “What the game fails at is its storyline.”
    • “Add in the slow dialogue without a working way to read through it at a natural pace, the unrealistic combat system, and the completely unbelievable plot lines (if not 1, not 2, not even 3, but 4 guards lost their keys at exactly the same time, and then management decided to leave one new hire to handle a riot on their own, I'd be handing my keys over to the inmates in hopes that someone will start actually running the place...) and overall I'd be pretty mad if I'd spent any money on this.”
  • gameplay
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as engaging and complex, allowing players to navigate the challenges of being a prison guard, including managing order and dealing with contraband, while incorporating weapon mechanics that add depth. However, some players find the gameplay repetitive and filled with menial tasks, leading to a chaotic experience, and express concerns about the execution of certain mechanics. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the unique concept and potential, while others criticize the lack of innovation and poor execution in various gameplay elements.

    • “Engaging gameplay: players assume the duties of a prison guard, tackling challenges such as maintaining order, managing contraband, and interacting with prisoners.”
    • “The inclusion of weapon mechanics and shooting adds depth to the experience.”
    • “It's a game where you always have to watch your back, and every corner of your screen, as it's a game where something can happen at any time, which makes it a really tense and fun gameplay.”
    • “Empty gameplay and pretty boring; people recommending this obviously have no clue what a good game really is.”
    • “But the gameplay itself is pretty awful.”
    • “When you're not playing tag, you're doing such menial tasks as repeatedly hitting arrow keys to do 12 reps on the bench press or clicking to open and then close all four flaps of a cardboard box to search it, while half the items glitch and stick out of the box or sit outside it entirely.”
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as good or even amazing, while others criticize them as outdated and reminiscent of 2007 standards. Issues such as frame drops and poor optimization are noted, particularly in specific areas like the canteen. Overall, while some find the visuals appealing and fitting for extended gameplay, others feel they lack impact and innovation.

    • “I played the game once and fell in love, the game is perfect, good graphics, good gameplay... just perfect.”
    • “Amazing graphics and such a great concept, loved it and can't wait for the full game.”
    • “Great graphics and an awesome feel to the game overall.”
    • “The graphics are 2007 standards.”
    • “Bad graphics, not to forget that the map is completely empty and boring to look at.”
    • “Disgusting optimization and soap graphics.”
  • optimization
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting poor performance, frequent FPS drops, and issues stemming from the use of store-bought assets that disrupt visual coherence. While some players acknowledge that early access may account for certain optimization shortcomings, the consensus is that substantial improvements are needed to enhance gameplay fluidity and overall experience.

    • “I will say that for such early access, optimization is fine.”
    • “The AI needs more optimization, but the game in general is great.”
    • “Interesting game, but I think that it must be optimized more.”
    • “While using store-bought assets isn’t inherently wrong, it can lead to optimization issues and a lack of visual consistency.”
    • “Terrible optimization, terrible AI, terrible collision system, terrible combat fluidity, terrible game logic (food and drinks better at healing injuries than medicine, seriously? Also, cigarettes are classified as illegal, but you can just buy them from vending machines no problem)...”
    • “The optimization is relatively poor compared to the current game volume.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and tension, while others criticize it as overwhelming or lacking originality. Users noted that the soundtrack can be immersive but also mentioned instances of annoying or distracting elements, such as repetitive sounds and poor voice work. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance for some, but detracts from the experience for others.

    • “Atmosphere and tension: the game's atmosphere is enriched by a redesigned environment, new dialogues, and an evocative soundtrack.”
    • “Atmosphere and tension: the redesigned environment, new dialogues, and soundtrack contribute to an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The music, the ambiance, everything is great.”
    • “Only the music during the riot is too much.”
    • “Insanely bad trash music.”
    • “It offers nothing new, nothing that makes up for its bad graphics, sound, music, and gameplay.”
  • humor
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by chaotic and absurd scenarios, such as fiery benches and quirky dialogues, which many players find entertaining and indicative of the developers' playful intent. While some users noted issues with controls and animations, the overall comedic elements, including funny voice acting and unexpected events, contribute positively to the gaming experience. Players appreciate the blend of action and humor, making it a fun, albeit imperfect, title.

    • “Expect humor amidst chaos: benches on fire, table wars in the canteen, and a workshop turned slaughterhouse.”
    • “Three things to change in this game: control, animations, camera control; three things I like in this game: humor in the dialogs, random events, and cleaning guns.”
    • “When an NPC asks you a question, some of the answers are funny, which leads me to think that the developers actually made this game just for fun.”
    • “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
    • “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
    • “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and miss the mark.”
  • atmosphere
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is notably enhanced by a redesigned environment, new dialogues, and an evocative soundtrack, creating an immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the tension and raw portrayal of prison life as key strengths, contributing to the overall impactful atmosphere.

    • “Atmosphere and tension: the game's atmosphere is enriched by a redesigned environment, new dialogues, and an evocative soundtrack.”
    • “Atmosphere and tension: the redesigned environment, new dialogues, and soundtrack contribute to an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The game's strength lies in its tense atmosphere and raw portrayal of prison life.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the game's high replayability, with many describing it as "infinitely replayable" or nearly so, indicating a strong incentive to revisit the game multiple times.

    • “Infinitely replayable (or almost)”
    • “Infinitely replayable”
    • “Replayable”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for being highly problematic, with users reporting frequent bugs, including instances of black screens and system freezes. Overall, the experience is marred by technical issues that hinder gameplay.

    • “It does not work; I just see a black screen, then my PC freezes.”
    • “Was buggy, and I tried again, but the same thing happened.”
    • “People in this game sound like Dave from Plants vs. Zombies, and the game is very buggy.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly for achievement hunters who must complete multiple playthroughs, leading to a repetitive experience.

    • “The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worthwhile.”
    • “Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
    • “While there are moments of grinding, the sense of achievement when leveling up is incredibly satisfying.”
    • “As an achievement hunter, multiple playthroughs are needed, and it becomes tedious.”
    • “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a gripping prologue that takes players on a rollercoaster of feelings, immersing them in a dark and captivating narrative.

    • “The prologue is an emotional rollercoaster, immersing you in a darkly captivating narrative.”
    • “The characters' struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making you feel every moment.”
    • “The game's ability to evoke such strong feelings is a testament to its powerful storytelling.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the monetization model, particularly criticizing the prevalence of microtransactions and perceived greed. However, players appreciate the game's respect system, which enhances the realism of the prison guard experience.

    • “Microtransactions need to die and the greed executed!”
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Prison Simulator Prologue is a role playing game.

Prison Simulator Prologue is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Prison Simulator Prologue.

Prison Simulator Prologue was released on May 20, 2021.

Prison Simulator Prologue was developed by Baked Games.

Prison Simulator Prologue has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Prison Simulator Prologue is a single player game.

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