Prison Tycoon: Under New Management

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Prison Tycoon: Under New Management is a single player casual strategy game with a business theme. It was developed by Abylight Studios and was released on December 10, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Prison Tycoon: Under New Management" is a prison management simulator where players oversee prison operations, balance budgets, and ensure inmate welfare. The game features new challenges and improved systems for building, training staff, and preventing riots. Players must maintain security and order, while also providing rehabilitation programs for inmates in their care.

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Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features a fun PA system that allows players to record their own voice for announcements, adding a unique touch to the gameplay.
The graphics are vibrant and cartoonish, reminiscent of Two Point Hospital, making the game visually appealing.
The building mechanics are easy to grasp, and the game offers a variety of maps with unique perks, providing some level of customization.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and optimization issues, making it frustrating and at times unplayable, even on high-end PCs.
There is a lack of depth and replayability, with many players finding the gameplay becomes boring after a short period due to repetitive tasks and limited options.
The tutorial is confusing and does not adequately prepare players for the complexities of managing the prison, leading to a steep learning curve.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
Gameplay reviews highlight significant frustrations due to numerous bugs that disrupt mechanics and create a lack of control, leading to a diminished enjoyment. While some players appreciate the familiar building and management aspects reminiscent of titles like "Two Point Hospital," others criticize the clunky mechanics and lack of depth in gameplay elements. Overall, the experience is described as inconsistent, with potential for fun overshadowed by technical issues and simplistic design.
- “Fans of the genre will be right at home with most of the game’s building and management aspects, with familiar mechanics, controls, and UI features.”
- “The gameplay is more like Two Point Hospital than Prison Architect, but it gives you a lot of freedom to build and do weird stuff.”
- “The mechanics are easy and soft; it's not hard to play.”
- “There are lots of bugs in this game which makes the gameplay very frustrating. Players get stuck, events seem completely random, and you have no control over anything, which takes out all the fun in the gameplay.”
- “The building mechanics are extremely clunky and frustrating.”
- “Unfortunately, its simple style means the various game elements lack depth, whether this is the building options and mechanics or the flimsy connection between mental health and criminality.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
37%
27%
The graphics of the game are generally described as vibrant and cartoonish, reminiscent of the Two Point series, with a simple yet appealing 3D art style. However, some users noted the presence of glitches and limitations in the visual execution, suggesting that the game may have been rushed in development. Overall, while the visuals are enjoyable, they fall short of the standards set by previous titles in the series.
- “The game’s cartoonlike 3D art style is simple but vibrant and colorful.”
- “This is teamed with a top-down view to create an aesthetic reminiscent of Two Point Hospital.”
- “The graphical style is pleasing.”
- “I love the Prison Tycoon series; however, this game doesn't hold up to the former standards, although the graphics are a lot like the Two Point games.”
- “Got into the game, had to turn the graphics settings down to medium.”
- “The game’s cartoon-like 3D art style is simple but vibrant and colorful.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its funny item descriptions and fresh take on the prison tycoon formula, making it feel more entertaining than previous installments. Players find the therapy rooms and the ability to record messages for the PA system particularly hilarious, adding a unique and comedic touch to the gameplay. Overall, the game successfully incorporates humor to enhance the player experience.
- “It is a funny and fresh approach to the prison tycoon formula.”
- “This makes the game feel more fun and entertaining than the older games of the saga, plus, some of the therapies are hilarious!”
- “The game is hilarious; the objects you can place in the rooms are super funny, and the therapy rooms are fun and different.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting various bugs, glitches, and performance issues, particularly when the action intensifies. While some players find it enjoyable despite these problems, others describe it as unplayable due to frequent freezing and lag. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant improvements in stability before it can be fully recommended.
- “It is a little buggy and has some balance issues which I would not expect for a final release, but still fun and nothing game-breaking.”
- “Game is fun and addictive but super buggy at some points; it seems that once you have too many things going on, the game just freaks out and gets super laggy.”
- “This game has the potential to be great, but right now, it's buggy and unplayable!”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players noting significant issues that hinder performance and AI functionality, while others feel it is adequately optimized for an early access title. Overall, there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance the user experience.
- “The game is very optimized for an early access version.”
- “UI and optimization can be improved.”
- “A game with good potential but is poorly optimized.”
- “The optimization is terrible, even for an EA game, and the AI of all characters is so bad that they should not even be a part of the game.”
- “With the current lack of optimization, sadly it's not a game I see myself streaming, but I do enjoy playing it; it's very chill in a good way.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game features cheerful, generic digital tracks typical of the genre, reminiscent of titles like The Sims. Each map has a unique soundtrack that complements the specific setting and theme of the chosen prison area, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- “The music is the sort of generically cheerful digital fare that is often found in this genre of game (think The Sims).”
- “The soundtracks for each map are different and complement the setting and theme of the prison area chosen.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers criticize the game's monetization strategy, labeling it a cash grab with no significant changes or additions since its alpha release.
- “The game is now out of alpha, but nothing has been added or changed; it still feels like a cash grab.”
- “The monetization system is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I feel like the developers prioritize profits over player experience, which ruins the overall enjoyment.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when tasks like creating multiple identical prison cells become repetitive and monotonous.
- “Making 10 or more identical prison cells is a bit tedious without it.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to progress.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is perceived as having a narrative thread that runs through the gameplay, reminiscent of previous installments. However, as the game progresses, the lack of diversity in conditions and low rewards for expanding the hospital's capabilities diminish the overall engagement with the story.
- “The hospital feels like there is a narrative or story running through your gameplay, which I would characterize as similar to other great titles.”
- “As the prison scales up, it seems to evolve into a different story, but the limited treatment options and low rewards make exploring other rooms less appealing.”
- “As the prison scales up, perhaps it becomes a different story, but since you can only treat one thing at a time anyway, and there's little diversity in conditions right now - combined with such a low reward for doing so - it makes the other rooms not worth the investment.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from low replayability, primarily due to its limited detail and creative freedom, which diminishes the incentive for players to revisit it despite the presence of biome options. This lack of engaging content is particularly concerning given its price point.
- “The game doesn't have much replay value; that's a problem with its price point.”
- “The game lacks the detail or creative freedom that often keeps people revisiting these types of games, and the replayability sought by the biome options is made moot by the lackluster experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The atmosphere is characterized by a comical and lighthearted tone, reminiscent of Two Point Hospital, while incorporating the unique setting of Prison Architect. This blend creates an engaging and humorous environment that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere is comical and light, resembling the personality of Two Point Hospital, with the setting of Prison Architect.”
- “The atmosphere is comical and light, resembling the personality of Two Point Hospital, but it feels out of place in a game that should have a more serious tone.”

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Prison Tycoon: Under New Management is a casual strategy game with business theme.

Prison Tycoon: Under New Management is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

Prison Tycoon: Under New Management was released on December 10, 2021.

Prison Tycoon: Under New Management was developed by Abylight Studios.

Prison Tycoon: Under New Management has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Prison Tycoon: Under New Management is a single player game.

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