# Prison-Constructing Games The Prison Architect Console Game Requires You to Construct a Prison By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-01-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prison-architect References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2016/01/21/prison-architect-console-release-date/) & [store.steampowered](http://store.steampowered.com/app/233450/) The classic simulator game Prison Architect is now coming to the ultra-modern gaming consoles that are the [PlayStation 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-knights-1), [Xbox One](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-guardsman) and [Xbox 360](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-feature). This console version of the addictive game is being pioneered by Double 11, the same studio that previously worked on the bizarre Goat Simulator. game. The game's workings are pretty simple but unique -- the player's task is to construct a prison, and they can go about this in a variety of ways. The console version of the games will include some interesting extras that add a whole new dimension to the game. These include things like 'Warden Mode', which automatically takes care of some of the processes for you. There's also the online-based 'World of Wardens' which lets you share your creation and tinker with others' ideas. While there are lots of ultra-complicated games out there, Prison Architect takes a more simplistic approach and is sure to appeal to gamers who like more of a thinking gaming experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Prison Simulator Games:** Developing realistic prison building and management games for a more immersive gameplay experience. - **Online Community-based Gaming:** Incorporating social features into gaming to create communities and allow for interactivity among players. - **Gamification of Complex Industries:** Applying game-like elements to traditionally complex industries like construction, architecture, engineering, and management. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Industry:** Opportunities for game developers to create more immersive and interactive gaming experiences using social features and realistic simulations. - **Construction and Architecture Industry:** Utilizing gamification to create engaging training programs for construction and architecture students and professionals. - **Criminal Justice Industry:** Developing training programs that incorporate virtual prison scenarios to train prison personnel, law enforcement, and criminal justice students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Console Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-knights-1.md) - [2D Forensic Investigation Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forensic-investigation-game.md) - [On-Demand Gaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-spartacus.md) - [Simulation Parking Lot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-park-capital.md) - [Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-a.md) - [Active Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nine-arches.md) - [Adult Home Creation Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hometopia.md) - [Shooter Game Console Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragpunk.md) - [Building Block Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ps-one.md)