The Escapists 3 Steam Page: Release Date, Features & Details
The Escapists 3 is coming to Steam (app 3602260) from Team17. Here's everything confirmed so far: platforms, features, multiplayer, and what's still TBA.
The Escapists 3 on Steam: What We Know So Far
The Escapists 3 now has an official Steam page, published under app ID 3602260, with Team17 listed as both developer and publisher. The game is a full return to the prison-escape sandbox formula, rebuilt in 3D, and it's currently listed as "Coming Soon" with a release date still to be announced.
This page collects everything that has been confirmed so far — and is honest about what hasn't. Since the game is pre-release, details like crafting recipes, prison names, system requirements, and pricing are not found on the store page yet. Everything below comes directly from the official listings.
Confirmed Platform Availability
The Steam listing confirms Windows support, while Mac and Linux are not listed. An Xbox store page also exists, so console players can wishlist the game ahead of launch. A Nintendo Switch version has not been confirmed at this time.
| Platform | Status |
|---|---|
| Windows (Steam) | Confirmed — wishlist available |
| Mac | Not listed |
| Linux | Not listed |
| Xbox | Store page live — wishlist available |
| Nintendo Switch | Not confirmed |
If you play on Steam Deck or a handheld, note that controller support is a confirmed feature, which is a good sign for portable play — though verified status has not been stated yet.
Genre and Core Gameplay
The Escapists 3 is tagged on Steam as an Indie, Simulation, and Strategy game. It's a 3D sandbox prison-escape experience where you'll craft, sneak, and fight your way toward freedom.
Confirmed gameplay elements from the announcement include:
- 5 prisons to escape from
- 120+ items and weapons to find and use
- XP-based skills to develop your character
- Daily prison routine: roll call, jobs, and patrolling guards to work around
- Crafting, sneaking, and combat as your core escape tools
Multiplayer and Co-op Features
One of the biggest changes this time around is the breadth of multiplayer options. The Steam page lists an unusually complete set of social features for the series:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Confirmed |
| Online co-op | Up to 4 players |
| Online PvP | Confirmed |
| Split-screen PvP | Confirmed |
| Split-screen co-op | Confirmed (local, 2 players) |
| Remote Play Together | Supported |
| Family Sharing | Supported |
Whether you want to plan a coordinated breakout with friends or turn the prison into a player-versus-player arena, the feature list suggests The Escapists 3 is being built with groups in mind, not just solo escape artists.
What Is Still TBA
Because the game is in a pre-release state, several details that fans are asking about are simply not found on any official source yet. We'll avoid guessing — here's the current status:
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Release date | To be announced (listed as Coming Soon) |
| Price | Not found |
| Early Access plans | Not found |
| Demo availability | Not found |
| Crafting recipes | TBA |
| Prison names | TBA |
| Full skill list | TBA |
| System requirements | Not found |
A common mistake in pre-release coverage is importing details from earlier entries in the series. To be clear: prison layouts, item lists, and escape methods from previous games should not be treated as facts about The Escapists 3. This is a new entry with its own 120+ item roster and five new prisons.
How to Follow the Game Until Launch
The most reliable ways to stay updated:
- Wishlist on Steam — you'll get an email the moment the release date is announced or the game goes live.
- Check the official site at officialtheescapists.com for announcements from Team17.
- Wishlist on Xbox if you're a console player, since the store page is already live there.
Expect details like pricing, system requirements, and deeper gameplay breakdowns to appear closer to launch. Anything you read elsewhere about specific recipes, skill trees, or prison names right now is speculation, not confirmed information.
FAQ
When does The Escapists 3 release on Steam?
There is no release date yet. The Steam page lists the game as Coming Soon, with the release window to be announced. Wishlist it to be notified automatically.
What platforms is The Escapists 3 coming to?
Windows via Steam is confirmed, and an Xbox store page exists for wishlisting. Mac and Linux are not listed, and a Switch version has not been confirmed.
Does The Escapists 3 have multiplayer?
Yes. Confirmed features include online co-op for up to 4 players, online PvP, local split-screen co-op and PvP for 2 players, and Remote Play Together support.
Who is making The Escapists 3?
Team17 is listed as both the developer and publisher on the Steam app (ID 3602260), continuing its long association with the series.
We'll update this page as Team17 reveals the release date, pricing, and more gameplay details, so bookmark it and check back before launch day.
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