Prison Tycoon Alcatraz

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"Prison Tycoon: Alcatraz" puts you in charge of the notorious Alcatraz prison, where you must build and manage every detail, from cells to staff. Keep your prisoners busy with work assignments and prevent escape attempts by hiring tough guards. Manage a variety of challenges, from gang wars to disease outbreaks, to maintain a balanced and secure facility.

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Play Modes

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

10%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

When the game runs, it can be a blast to play and offers enjoyable moments.
The game has potential for fun gameplay, especially with its comedic elements.
The music and atmosphere can create an engaging experience when functioning properly.

The game frequently crashes and has significant performance issues, making it unplayable for many.
The user interface and graphics are poorly designed, leading to a frustrating experience.
There is a lack of depth and management options, resulting in boredom after a short time.

music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game elevates the experience significantly, transforming what initially seems like a typical "typhoon" video game into an exhilarating journey that enhances the feeling of power and control while managing a prison.
- “At first, I thought I was playing just another 'typhoon' video game, but man, once that music kicks in and you're running a prison like the god you are... it sends you into orbit.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics have been widely criticized as atrocious, contributing to an overall negative perception of the game's visual presentation. Additionally, the user interface is described as awful, further detracting from the gaming experience.
- “The UI is awful, the graphics are atrocious, and the gameplay - once you've got your guards and prisoners and assigned jobs - consists of sitting around twiddling your thumbs.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, and the environments feel bland and uninspired.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay has been criticized for being monotonous and lacking engagement, as players often find themselves inactive after assigning tasks to guards and prisoners. Additionally, the overall user interface and graphics detract from the experience.
- “The UI is awful, the graphics are atrocious, and the gameplay - once you've got your guards and prisoners and assigned jobs - consists of sitting around twiddling your thumbs.”