Prison Life is one of the most replayed classic games on Roblox, and it's easy to see why. The concept is straightforward—prisoners try to escape while guards aim to keep them locked up—but the game offers a rich, dynamic experience. Whether you aspire to become a master escape artist or a dominant prison guard, this guide will equip you with the knowledge to succeed. We'll cover the best controls, basic gameplay mechanics, and share some veteran tips to elevate your gameplay. Let’s dive in!
What is Prison Life?
Prison Life is a thrilling roleplay and action game on Roblox where players can choose to be either a prisoner or a guard. As a prisoner, your objective is to break out of jail, while guards work tirelessly to prevent any escapes. The game is filled with chases, fights, breakout attempts, lockdowns, and even full-blown riots, all happening within one match. Upon joining, you can select one of two roles:
- Prisoner: You start in a jail cell, must adhere to prison rules, and devise secret plans to escape.
- Guard: You spawn with weapons and are tasked with maintaining order and control over the prisoners.
Understand the Map and Locations
Familiarizing yourself with the map is crucial, whether you're a prisoner plotting an escape or a guard trying to thwart one. The map, located in the top right-hand corner, can be enlarged for better visibility. Knowing the layout can significantly benefit both roles.
As a prisoner, recognizing all entry and exit points is vital. The game features various escape routes like small doors, fence holes, and hidden paths. Here are key locations to know:
- Cell Block: Where prisoners start their journey.
- Cafeteria: A place for prisoners to eat at designated times.
- Yard: An open area for free time, ideal for planning escapes.
- Security Room: Exclusive to guards, stocked with weapons.
- Armory: Stores heavy weapons for guards.
- Parking Lot: Where police cars spawn, essential for a complete escape.
- Outside Areas: Includes fences, towers, and paths to freedom.
Learn the Controls
Understanding the controls is essential for success in Prison Life, especially if playing on a PC or laptop with a keyboard and mouse. Using BlueStacks can enhance your gameplay with its supportive features. Note that some controls like sprinting, shift locking, and automatic weapon usage are not available on mobile devices.
Mastering the controls will help you navigate effectively:
- Movement: Use arrow keys, WASD, or touchscreen.
- Jump: Press space or the jump button.
- Crouch: Use C.
- Punch: Use F.
- Sprint: Press Shift (PC only).
Keep an eye on your stamina bar, which depletes with each jump. Stamina can be recharged by eating meals in the cafeteria or regenerates gradually over time. Be aware that meals now heal and then damage the same amount healed, adding a strategic element to their use.
Basic Tips for Inmates
For those playing as prisoners, here are some tailored tips to improve your chances of escape:
- Stay active; standing still makes you an easy target for guards with tasers.
- Learn the prison schedule to avoid restricted areas and unnecessary arrests.
- If arrested, quickly reset your character to regain the ability to interact with items.
- Vending machines are now useless for snacks but can be used as cover during firefights.
- Initially, rushing the guard area for weapons can be risky but rewarding if coordinated with others.
- For a stealthy weapon acquisition, use the camera glitch by the yard window to grab the primitive knife unnoticed.
Basic Tips for Guards
If you choose to play as a guard, these tips will help you maintain order:
- Immediately equip a shotgun or M4A1 from the armory in the guard area.
- You have the ability to open jail doors, unlike inmates and criminals who must kill you for a key card.
- Use your taser and handcuffs wisely to stun and arrest; abusing these will make you a target.
- Head to the warehouse for a free AK47, but be wary of respawning criminals.
- Avoid random tasing or killing; excessive use can lead to warnings and demotion to an inmate.
Enhance your Prison Life experience by playing on a PC or laptop with BlueStacks, allowing you to use a keyboard and mouse for more precise control and a larger screen for better visibility.
