The Escapists 3 When Is It Coming Out? Release Status

The Escapists 3 has no release date yet. Here is the latest confirmed info on Team17's 3D prison escape sequel, platforms, features, and wishlist info.

The Escapists 3: Release Date Status

If you are wondering when The Escapists 3 is coming out, the short answer is: there is no confirmed release date yet. The game is currently listed with a "To Be Announced" / "Coming Soon" status on its official store page. Team17 is both the developer and publisher, and the game already has a live Steam listing under app ID 3602260, which means it is officially in the works — but a launch date has simply not been shared at the time of writing.

That is normal for a title at this stage. The listing exists, key features have been announced, and players can add the game to their wishlist to be notified the moment a date (or a price, or a demo) appears. Anything more specific than "TBA" would be speculation, so this guide sticks to what has been confirmed and where you can follow updates.

What Has Been Confirmed So Far

Here is a quick summary of what Team17 has officially communicated about The Escapists 3:

DetailConfirmed Info
Developer / PublisherTeam17
Steam App ID3602260
Release dateTo be announced / Coming Soon
GenreIndie, Simulation, Strategy
ModesSingle-player and multiplayer

The headline feature is a full move to a 3D sandbox: you will craft gear, sneak past patrols, and fight your way toward freedom across 5 prisons. Daily prison life returns too — expect roll call, jobs, and guards watching your every move, so planning your routine around their schedules is still the core of the experience.

Other confirmed additions include 120+ items and weapons to collect and craft, and an XP-based skill system for developing your inmate's abilities. Exact recipes, the complete skill list, and prison names have not been revealed yet.

Platforms: PC, Xbox, and Beyond

Platform availability is one of the clearer areas right now:

PlatformStatus
Windows (Steam)Confirmed — store page live
MacNot confirmed
LinuxNot confirmed
XboxWishlist page available
Nintendo SwitchNot confirmed

The Xbox listing means a console version is at least on the radar, though no date has been attached to it either. Mac, Linux, and Switch remain unannounced, and there is no information yet about PlayStation. For the most reliable source of truth, keep an eye on the official Steam page for The Escapists 3.

Multiplayer and Co-op Features

One of the biggest departures for the series is the scope of its multiplayer. The confirmed feature list includes:

FeatureDetails
Single-playerYes
Online co-opUp to 4 players
Online PvPYes
Split-screen PvP / co-opYes
Local split-screen2 players
Remote Play TogetherSupported
Controller supportYes
Family SharingSupported

That means you will be able to plan escapes with friends online, compete against them, or share a couch with split-screen play. Remote Play Together also lets local multiplayer work across the internet even if your friends do not own the game themselves.

Price, Demo, and Editions — Not Found Yet

Common questions we cannot answer yet:

  • Price: Not found. No pricing has been announced.
  • Early Access: Not found. There is no indication the game will launch in Early Access.
  • Demo: Not found. No demo has been announced or released.
  • System requirements: TBD. Minimum and recommended specs have not been published.
  • Crafting recipes, skill lists, prison names, codes: Not found / TBD.

We will update this page the moment any of these details become official, so bookmark it and check back.

How to Stay Updated on the Release Date

Since the release window is genuinely unknown right now, the best things you can do are:

  1. Wishlist the game on Steam — you will get an automatic notification when a release date, demo, or launch announcement drops.
  2. Check the official website at officialtheescapists.com for news straight from Team17.
  3. Follow the Xbox listing if you are a console player, as that page will update with availability too.

Because the Steam listing is already public, a date announcement could arrive at any time — games often go from "Coming Soon" to a dated trailer with only a few weeks of notice.

FAQ

When is The Escapists 3 coming out?

The release date is to be announced. The Steam listing currently shows "Coming Soon," and Team17 has not committed to a date or even a release window.

Is The Escapists 3 coming to consoles?

An Xbox listing exists, so a console release is expected, but no date has been given. Switch, Mac, and Linux have not been confirmed.

Will The Escapists 3 have multiplayer?

Yes. Confirmed features include online co-op for up to 4 players, online PvP, local split-screen for 2 players, split-screen PvP and co-op, and Remote Play Together support.

Is there a demo or Early Access version?

No. Neither a demo nor an Early Access phase has been announced, and pricing information is not available yet.

We will keep this page current as soon as Team17 reveals the official release date for The Escapists 3.