Prison Tycoon: Under New Management
- December 10, 2021
- Abylight Studios
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The game has a fun and engaging concept, reminiscent of classic tycoon games like Two Point Hospital.
- The graphics and art style are appealing, providing a pleasant visual experience.
- There is potential for improvement and the developers seem open to feedback and updates.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play.
- Gameplay lacks depth and variety, leading to a repetitive experience with limited customization options.
- The tutorial is inadequate, leaving players confused about game mechanics and objectives.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Gameplay is marred by numerous bugs that lead to frustration, with players feeling a lack of control and experiencing random events that detract from enjoyment. While some mechanics, like the new "clone" function, are appreciated, overall gameplay is described as clunky and lacking depth, resulting in a mediocre experience with limited longevity.
“Hospital there feels like there is a narrative or story running through your gameplay... I guess I would characterize this as similar to 2.”
“The mechanics are easy and soft; it's not hard to play.”
“Updates to the cleaning mechanic as well as a new 'clone' function are very welcome.”
“The game mechanics here are not what was advertised.”
“There are a lot of bugs in this game, which makes the gameplay very frustrating. Players can get stuck, events seem completely random, and you feel like you have no control over anything, which takes all the fun out of the gameplay.”
“The building mechanics are extremely clunky and frustrating.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and performance issues, particularly when the action intensifies. While some players find the game enjoyable and addictive, many express frustration over freezing and lag, indicating that it feels unfinished and unpolished despite its potential.
“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!”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally appreciated for their cartoonish art style and pleasant visuals, reminiscent of the Two Point series. However, some users note that the graphics do not meet the standards of previous titles in the prison tycoon series, citing glitches and a rushed development as drawbacks. Overall, while the concept and aesthetics are liked, there are concerns about execution and polish.
“The game offers some nice graphics; although there are some ugly glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
“Really love the concept and the art style; it's not too difficult to get into and learn.”
“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.”
“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.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“While the art style has potential, the execution falls flat, making the visuals feel bland and uninspired.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is highlighted by the opportunity for players to learn new musical instruments and engage with professional musicians, enhancing the overall experience through interactive and educational elements.
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as terrible, particularly for an EA title, while others feel it is adequately optimized. Additionally, the AI performance has been highlighted as subpar, detracting from the overall experience.
“The game is very well optimized for an early access version.”
“The performance is impressive, especially considering it's still in development.”
“I was surprised by how smoothly everything runs; the optimization is top-notch.”
“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.”
“The game is very poorly optimized for an EA version.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that the game features a compelling narrative that enhances the gameplay experience, drawing comparisons to previous titles in the series. The story is integrated seamlessly into the hospital setting, creating an engaging atmosphere for players.
“The hospital feels like it has a narrative or story running through your gameplay, which I would characterize as similar to the second installment.”
“The storytelling in this game is immersive, drawing you into the characters' lives and their struggles.”
“Each twist in the plot kept me engaged, making me eager to uncover what happens next.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me feeling disconnected from the plot.”
“The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or depth.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its low replayability, which is seen as a significant issue given its price point.
“The game doesn't have much replay value; that's a problem with its price point.”
“Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of varied endings or choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that despite its release from alpha, no new content or improvements have been made.
“The game is now out of alpha, but there is nothing 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
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 feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which really drains the fun out of the game.”
