Download size

How many GB is Prison Architect?

0.39 GB

That is less than the typical Simulator game, which needs about 4 GB.

The median Simulator game needs 2 GB; the largest tenth start at 20 GB.

Leave at least 6 GB free: games need headroom to unpack updates.

The figure is the storage Steam lists as required for this game, not a measured download.

The game is a top-down 2D construction and management simulation where the player takes control of building and running a prison. The player is responsible for managing various aspects of their prison including building cells and facilities, planning and connecting utilities, hiring and assigning staff, including a warden, guards, workers, and more. The player needs to recruit staff to unlock more aspects of the game. The player is also responsible for the finance, and keeping their inmates content.