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Prison Simulator Prologue

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2021

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Quick resume

Wanna find out what a prison riot looks like? Check a free stand-alone prologue for Prison Simulator. A story that is not available in the full game! Be warned: Police baton might not be enough to bring order to the prison halls.

Global score

89/100

Genres

Action, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator

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    Pros

    • Unique prison guard simulation concept
    • Customization of prisoners and gangs
    • Engaging riot and combat mechanics
    • Free prologue with replayability
    • Immersive atmosphere and humor

    Cons

    • Optimization and performance issues
    • Clunky combat and ai behavior
    • Lack of save/load in prologue
    • Some repetitive tasks and minigames
    • Limited polish and bugs present

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players can choose characters, upgrade perks, and decide on strategies in a rogue-like shooter setting, indicating moderate player control."

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      "Players can make choices such as how to handle prisoners, customize gangs and prisoners, and decide between lawful or corrupt behavior, indicating moderate player control."

    • Competence

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      2

      "Gameplay involves skillful management of time and resources, but many tasks are repetitive and some players find objectives frustrating or grindy."

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      "Game involves skill-based tasks like managing riots, searching for contraband, and completing minigames, though some tasks are repetitive and combat mechanics are criticized."

    • Competition

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      -3

      "Focus is on personal progress and skill mastery; no evidence of ranked or leaderboard competition."

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      "Focus is on personal experience and roleplay as a guard; no evidence of ranked or leaderboard competition."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report long sessions and replayability due to emergent gameplay and strategic depth, despite some frustration with bugs."

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      "Many players mention replayability and willingness to continue playing despite bugs and short length."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      1

      "Some interaction with other inmates through favors and trading, but no multiplayer; mostly single-player experience."

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      "Some interaction with fellow guards and prisoners, but mostly individual tasks; limited teamwork during riots noted."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      4

      "Players can customize prisoners and make choices affecting gameplay style, but within preset structures."

      Capsule for Prison Simulator Prison Simulator

      "Strong customization of prisoners, gangs, and player choices; players create personalized scenarios."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      4

      "Players can exert power over prisoners, including abuse and control, reflecting a dominant guard role."

      Capsule for Prison Simulator Prison Simulator

      "Players exert control over prisoners, including violent enforcement and managing respect, sometimes with corrupt or brutal approaches."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, enjoying chaotic and humorous criminal scenarios."

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      "Players use the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, engaging in chaotic and humorous prison scenarios."

    • Expectation

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      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment, with no indication of obligation or pressure."

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    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      3

      "Players try different gangs, weapons, vehicles, and mission strategies, exploring game mechanics and emergent chaos."

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      "Players try different approaches to handling prisoners, gangs, and riot situations, exploring game mechanics."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      2

      "Limited exploration within contained chapters; some discovery of new areas and secrets but mostly linear."

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      "Some exploration of prison areas and activities, though limited by prologue scope."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      4

      "Players express themselves through prison design, customization, and modding, though character customization is limited."

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      "Customization of prisoners and gangs allows for self-expression and personalization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      1

      "Game simulates prison guard life with some exaggeration and fictional elements, but grounded in realistic setting."

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      "Game simulates prison guard life with some exaggerated or humorous elements; mostly grounded but with fictional liberties."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      0

      "Primarily a single-player experience with limited social interaction; some community around the game but minimal in-game social features."

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      "Limited social community aspects; mostly individual gameplay with some minor social interaction."

    • Growth

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      2

      "Players learn game mechanics and improve management skills, though gameplay is relatively simple and repetitive."

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      "Players learn game mechanics and improve skills managing tasks and combat, though some find it repetitive."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "No physical activity or health-related gameplay; sedentary play."

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      "No physical activity or health-related gameplay; sedentary play."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -2

      "Requires active attention to manage tasks and stats; not designed for background or casual idle play."

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      "Requires active attention to tasks and events; not designed for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "No evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing; interactions are individual and surface-level."

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      "Interactions are surface-level and functional; no evidence of close relationships or emotional sharing."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      2

      "Players take on guard roles with some authority and decision-making but no large group leadership."

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      "Players lead as prison guards managing prisoners and situations, but limited evidence of leading others cooperatively."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players accumulate money, reputation, and unlock story progress and endings through completing tasks."

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      "Players accumulate respect, money, and unlock activities; some progression through tasks and story."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      -1

      "Gameplay can be tense due to survival and combat, but also has casual moments."

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      "Game includes tense riot scenarios and chaotic events, but also moments of casual task completion."

    • Sensation

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      2

      "Visuals and sound provide moderate sensory stimulation; combat and events add excitement."

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      "Visuals and audio provide moderate sensory stimulation; riot and combat add excitement."

    • Status

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      0

      "Some leaderboard and multiplayer ranking features, but no strong emphasis on social recognition."

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      "No clear social recognition or ranking systems mentioned."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      2

      "Includes a simple narrative with cutscenes and character interactions, though story is considered generic."

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      "There is a narrative framework with a storyline and character interactions, though some find it generic or minimal."

    • Strategy

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      2

      "Players must plan mission approaches, manage gang reputations, and adapt to police and rival gang responses."

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      "Players plan how to manage prisoners, gangs, and riots; some tactical decision-making involved."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Explosive combat and unpredictable encounters provide excitement and suspense."

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      "Riot and combat scenarios provide suspense and excitement."

    • Value

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      4

      "Free prologue with satisfying gameplay; players feel good value for time invested."

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      "Free prologue with engaging content; players feel good value for time spent."

    • Violence

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      "Combat involves defeating enemies with weapons, executions, and blood effects; violence is central."

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      "Combat and prisoner control involve physical violence, including beating and shooting."

    • Survival

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      "Players must manage threats such as riots and escapes to maintain prison stability and safety."

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    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Domination. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Competition, Intimacy.

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