"The Escapists" is a strategy video game developed by Mouldy Toof Studios and published by Team17. Players take on the role of a prisoner whose goal is to escape from various prisons. The game features a top-down perspective and allows players to interact with the environment, craft items, and plan their escape routes while avoiding guards. In "The Escapists," players must manage their daily routines, such as attending roll calls and completing tasks, to avoid suspicion. The game offers multiple prisons, each with unique challenges and layouts, encouraging players to think creatively and strategically to achieve their escape.