The game "Prison Escape" (Prison Escape) on Android has become a real hit among fans of quests and strategies. It combines elements of puzzles, stealth mechanics and resource management, challenging players to be smart, patient and strategic. However, many beginners encounter difficulties already at the first levels: unclear clues, hidden mechanics and non-obvious actions of characters often lead to getting stuck in one place.
In this guide we will look all stages of the passage from planning an escape to the final liberation. You will learn how bypass securitywhere to look for keys and tools, how to interact with other prisoners and what hidden bugs can be used to simplify the game (for example, duplicating items by quickly switching between screens). We will pay special attention the most difficult levelswhere a non-standard approach is required, and we will analyze alternative strategies for different play styles.
If you are stuck on a specific point or want to optimize your passage, here you will find the answers. And for those who strive for 100% completion, we have prepared a table with the location of all collectible elements. Let's get started! secret items and collectible items. Let's get started!
1. Preparing to escape: first steps in prison
The initial levels of the game are devoted to adaptation and collection of information. Your character finds himself in a cell with a minimal set of items, and the task is examine the environment and find weak points in the security system. Here's what you need to do first:
- ๐ Inspect the cell: check all interactive objects - bed, bedside table, toilet. Often small objects are hidden under the mattress or in the cistern (for example,
papercliporcoin). - ๐ฃ๏ธ Talk to your cellmates: dialogues give clues about the prison routine, the weak security places and even secret passages. Pay attention to phrases like โthe wall in the shower is shakyโ - this is a direct hint at future actions.
- โฐ Study the schedule: the game has a clear daily routine (breakfast, walk, lights out). data-i="60">security is less vigilant.
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One of the key mechanics is reputation system. Your actions influence the attitude of other prisoners: helping in fights or exchanging items increases loyalty, which later will open access to new ones. quests and resources. However, you should not trust everyone - some characters may betray betray you for a reward.
โ ๏ธ Attention: In the early stages, do not try to escape through the main gate - this is guaranteed to lead to capture. data-i="69">andmaster key,guard's uniformAndprison map.
2. Crafting and collecting items: what you need to escape
Without the right tools, escape is impossible. The game has a craftsystem that allows you to create objects from scrap materials. Below - mandatory set for a successful escape and where to find it:
| Item | Where to look | For what needed |
|---|---|---|
Master key |
Tank in the toilet / exchange with the prisoner Billy | Opens locks of cells and lockers |
Guard uniform |
Laundry (you need to distract the washer) or bribing the warden | Disguise for passage into restricted areas |
Rope |
Twist from sheets (cell) or find in a storage room | Descent from the upper floors or tying up the guards |
Prison map |
Library (under the table) or from the prisoner Jack for cigarettes | Shows the location of cameras and patrols |
Knife/sharpening |
Dining room (fork) or workshop (file) | Self-defense or hacking bars |
Some items it is possible steal from the guards, but it is risky. It is better to use distracting maneuvers: for example, setting fire to the garbage in the corridor (match + paper) or start a fight between prisoners. While the guards are dealing with the incident, you will have 30โ40 seconds to act.
Collect a master key and uniform|Examine the prison map|Find a weak spot in the fence (or ventilation)|Prepare backup plan (in case of capture)|Check your inventory for food (to restore energy)-->
If you are missing an item, try exchange with other prisoners. For example, cigarettes or food are often used as currency. But be careful: some transactions can be a trap.
3. Bypassing security: stealth and distraction
Security in the game is divided into three types:
- ๐ฎ Ordinary guards: patrol the corridors, you can deceive with a uniform or distract with noise.
- ๐ฅ Surveillance cameras: record movements. They can be turned off in the dashboard (needed
fuse) or avoid visibility areas. - ๐ Dogs: react to smell and sound. Saves from them
meat(distracts) orshower(masks the smell).
Basic rules for stealth passage:
- Move crouched (button
Crouch) - this reduces noise and visibility. - Use shadow zones (they are highlighted in dark color on the mini-map).
- If you are noticed, immediately hide around the corner or in closet - the guards lose vigilance after 10-15 seconds.
To distract attention, the following are suitable:
- ๐ฅ Fire: set fire to garbage or sheets (needed
matches). - ๐จ False alarm: pull the fire alarm lever in corridor B.
- ๐ Fight: set up a conflict between prisoners (you need to say a provocative phrase).
โ ๏ธ Attention: If you are caught three times in a row, the character is transferred to a punishment cell, where you have to start almost from scratch. To avoid this, always keep. in the inventory bribe (money or cigarettes) to bribe the guard upon capture.
If the guard is coming straight at you, quickly hide in toilet or shower โthey rarely check these rooms for no reason.
4. Interaction with prisoners: allies and enemies
Others prisoners can either help or hinder the escape. Here key characters and how to interact with them:
| Character | Role | How to gain support |
|---|---|---|
| Billy | Merchant, sells master keys and cards | Bring him cigarettes or food |
| Jack | Former security guard, knows weak points | Help him in a fight with Brutus |
| Lee | Hacker, disables camera | Give him battery for his device |
| Brutus | Strong but stupid prisoner | Set him up to fight with the guard (distract attention) |
Some prisoners have hidden quests. For example, Or he can hack the computer in the security office if you bring him USB drive (located in the library). This will open access to secret tunnel under the dining roomwhich leads directly outside the prison.
Beware informants โthey carry yellow bandages and can inform the guards about your plans. It is best to isolate (lock them in a cell) or bribe them.
How to get endless cigarettes?
There is a bug in the workshop: if you quickly take pack of cigarettes from the table and immediately leave, the inventory will be updated, but the item will remain in place. Repeat the action to accumulate resources for exchange.
5. Passage of key locations
The prison in the game is divided into several zones, each of which requires its own approach. Let's look at the most difficult areas:
๐ Shower and laundry
Here you can find guard's uniform i rope, but there is a high risk of being caught. Algorithm of actions:
- Wait for the guard to go around (look at the clock - this happens every 5 minutes).
- Check in the shower pipes โone of them unscrews, opening access to the tunnel.
- In the laundry, distract the worker by throwing
soapto the floor (he will pick it up for 10 seconds).
๐ฅ๏ธ Security office
The most protected area, but main gate key and prison planare stored here. To get in:
- Use
uniform security guard+fake pass(it can be made fromcardboardipen). - Turn off the cameras through the shield in the corridor (need
fuse). - If you stopped, say that โthey are taking the documents to the bossโ - this will work in 70% of cases.
๐ช Main gate
The final stage. To open the gate, you need to:
- Get
key(lies in the boss's safe, code1977). - Disable the alarm (need Or or
wire cuttersfor wires). - Make sure there are no guards nearby with
walkie-talkie-they can call for reinforcements.
The most reliable way to escape is through ventilation in the dining room (you need a master key and a rope). main gates and cameras, but requires precise timing.
6. Alternative strategies and cheats
If the standard passage seems too difficult, you can use non-obvious mechanics or bugs:
- ๐ Reset the day: If you are caught, but are not sent to a punishment cell, you can
savereload the level - the guards will โforgetโ about the capture. - ๐ต๏ธ Ghost mode: In the graphics settings, disable
shadowsโthis will make you less noticeable to the AI guards. - ๐ฐ Duplication of items: Quickly switch between inventory and location screens, throwing an object on the ground. Sometimes it remains in the inventory and on the floor.
For those who don't mind using mods, there are patches that add:
- ๐ Endless master keys.
- ๐๏ธ Visibility of all items on the map.
- โก Accelerated time (for fast completion).
โ ๏ธ Attention: Using cheats can lead to bans in online mode (if the game supports multiplayer). In addition, some modifications contain viruses - download only from trusted sources, such as HappyMod or ACMarket.
7. Secrets and Easter eggs: what you might have missed
There are many hidden in the game hidden momentsthat do not affect the passage, but make it more interesting:
- ๐จ Graffiti in the toilet: If you rub the wall in cell No. 7, an inscription with code
3141โit opens the cabinet in the shower. - ๐ Helper Rat: In the basement you can make friends with a rat if you give it
a piece of bread. She will bring small items. - ๐ผ Cassette with music: In the radio room there is a cassette that can be listened to in the cell - this refers to the soundtrack from "The Shawshank Redemption".
The game also has alternate endings:
- If you help to all prisoners escape, the final scene will show a group escape.
- If you escape alone, there will be different music and dialogue in the credits.
- If you are caught at the final stage, a secret ending with a prison riot will appear.
8. Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Many players make the same mistakes that lead to being caught or losing progress. Here are the most common:
| Error | Consequences | How to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Storing all items in inventory | Security can find them during a search | Hide important things in hiding places (for example, under a mattress) |
| Ignoring the schedule | Entering a restricted area at the wrong time | Always check your watch before moving |
| Fight with guards without preparation | Instant capture and punishment cell | Use knife or bludgeononly if you are sure of victory |
| Failure to save before risky actions | Loss of progress when caught | Save before each important step (button Menu โ Save) |
Another typical problem is lack of energy. To restore it:
- ๐ Food: in the canteen you can steal
appleorbread. - ๐ด Sleep: go to bed in the cell (restores 50% energy).
- โ Coffee: there is a thermos in the security office (gives +30% energy for 5 minutes).
FAQ: Answers to frequently asked questions
๐น How to pass the level with dogs? They always catch me.
Dogs react to smell and sound. To deceive them:
- Use
meat(lies in the kitchen) - throw it at the other end of the corridor. - Take
showerbefore meeting the dogs - this masks the smell. - Move crouched and donโt run.
If the dog has already noticed you, hide in cabinet or drawers โthey lose track after 15 seconds.
๐น Where to find the fuse to turn off the cameras?
The fuse is in electrical panel (next to the security office). To get it:
- Distract the guard at the shield (for example, throw
newspaperon the floor). - Use
master keyto open the door. - Inside on the wall there is a fuse box hanging - take
red.
After installing the fuse in the panel, the cameras will turn off for 2 minutes.
๐น Is it possible to complete the game without fighting?
Yes, the game allows you to complete the passage in full stealth mode. To do this:
- Avoid conflicts with other prisoners.
- Use
master keysidisguiseinstead of force. - Distract the guards with noise or fire.
However, some quests (for example, help Jack) require participation in a fight. In this case, you can adjust so that other prisoners fight, and you just watch.
๐น What to do if the guard blocked the door?
If the door is blocked, try:
- Find
alternative way(for example, through a ventilation or window). - Distract the guard and
steal the key from him. - Use
bribe(500 coins or a pack of cigarettes).
At some levels, the blocking is removed automatically after 5 minutes of game time.
๐น How to get all the achievements in the game?
For 100% completion you need:
- ๐ Free all allies: help escape Billy, Jack and Li.
- ๐ Collect all the keys: there are 12 of them, including
golden keythe boss. - ๐ Find all documents: they are hidden in the security office and the library.
- ๐ต๏ธ Complete the game with all three endings.
The list of achievements can be viewed in the menu Stats โ Achievements.