What changed in Prison Architect in 2014

Resolved issue where some objects could be built multiple times in the same location.

Laundrettes will now automatically target nearby cell blocks.

Delivery trucks now come with drivers to assist with unloading and loading.

Resolved issue where all dirty laundry disappeared when put into laundry basket.

Fixed issue where all laundry baskets leaving the laundry caused room requirements to not be met.

Fixed fridge error.

New toolbar button for Logistics to control Food and Laundry distribution.

Various interface elements moved and improved for Version 1.0 quality.

Fixed issue with laundry baskets leaving the laundry causing room requirements to not be met.

Escape tunnels are now less frequent.

Fixed requirement for at least one informant to see throw-ins determined by phone tap.

In the main toolbar, 'Contraband' has been renamed to 'Intelligence'.

Allows access and assignment of object properties via Lua metatables.

Topbar 'Bank Balance' tooltip now shows recent transactions.

Informants list interface adjusted to occupy less screen space.

Ironing now takes twice as long.

Objectives/todo window improved and incorporated into new toolbar.

Various interface elements moved and improved for Version 1.0 quality.

Search box added to Rooms and Objects toolbars to filter icon lists.

Resolved issue with multiple hearses waiting for a bugged prisoner.

Unlocks advanced features like Deployment scheduling and Canteen logistics.

Fixed fridge error.

Escape tunnels are now quite a bit less frequent.

Delivery trucks now come with a driver to assist with unloading.

Resolved issue with multiple hearses waiting for a bugged prisoner.

Fixed issue where guards set on patrol routes ignored escaping prisoners.

Allows access and assignment of object properties via Lua metatables.

Laundrettes will automatically target nearby cell blocks for service.

Resolved issue where all dirty laundry disappears when put into laundry basket.

Unlocks advanced features including deployment scheduling and logistics.

New toolbar button for Logistics to control food and laundry distribution.

Change guard deployment and patrol schedules at any hour of the day.

Resolved issue where some objects could be built multiple times in the same location.

Change guard deployment and patrol schedules at any hour of the day.

Contraband 'supply & demand' report moved to the 'Intelligence' toolbar.

If no infirmary, doctors will now hang out in the delivery area instead of wandering.

Prisoners are now more likely to change into a clean uniform if available.

Fixed requirement for at least one informant active to see throw-ins from phone tap.

Prisoners are now more likely to change into a clean uniform if available.

Contraband 'supply & demand' report moved to the 'Intelligence' toolbar.

Search box added to Rooms and Objects toolbars for filtering icons.

Doctors will now hang out in the delivery area if there is no infirmary.

Objectives/todo window improved and incorporated into new toolbar.

New toolbar top left of screen incorporates Todo/Research/Grading/Main Menu.

Fixed issue where guards set on patrol routes ignored escaping prisoners.

Ironing now takes twice as long.

Informants list interface tweaked to occupy less screen space.

Topbar 'Bank Balance' tooltip now shows recent transactions.

In the main toolbar, 'Contraband' has been renamed to 'Intelligence'.

New toolbar top left of screen incorporating Todo/Research/Grading/Main Menu.

Players can now manually set times and locations for Reform Programs.

Different wall types no longer blend weirdly.

Resolved multiple spelling mistakes in the game.

Reputations rebalanced: Legendary, Volatile, Deadly are all less likely. Contraband smuggling via deliveries has been halved.

Legendary, Volatile, Deadly reputations are now less likely.

Introduces specific canteen assignments for cell blocks and kitchens to improve demand calculations.

All entries in the Names in the game list now have a 'Report' button for offensive bios.

All cell blocks are now assigned a specific canteen to eat in, permitting accurate demand calculation per canteen.

Allows listening in on prisoner phone calls to reveal their reputation and contraband activities.

Different wall types no longer blend weirdly, e.g., fences, perimeter walls.

Allows you to listen in to prisoner phone calls, revealing their Reputation and arranged contraband throw-ins.

Advanced players can now manually set the times and locations of all Reform Programs.

Multiple spelling mistakes in language files and UI have been corrected.

All prisoners will now eat at meal times, not just the very hungry ones.

Many language typos and fixes contributed by RGeezy911.

A significant number of bugs were addressed to improve game stability.

Fixed issues with chefs being inefficient and food distribution problems.

Players can now utilize a digital clock in the game.

Fixed various bugs related to chefs and food distribution in kitchens and canteens.

Support for multiple active mods and new script commands added.

Two new categories of prisoners introduced to manage troublesome inmates more effectively.

Support for multiple active mods and new script commands added.

Two new categories for managing troublesome prisoners with corresponding zones and regimes.

Rebalanced escape tunnels, allowing prisoners to collaborate and use various tools for digging.

Prisoners will now be assigned to rehab programs more reliably based on their conditions.

A new option allows unlimited spending while building a prison.

Escape tunnels are now viable again, with prisoners teaming up to dig and using various tools.

Prisoners can now improvise weapons and tools from various sources.

You can no longer place foundations that you cannot afford.

Regular guards must pass a Tazer Certification Program to use tazers.

Various changes including increased prisoner categories for serious injuries and murders, and riot conditions.

Regular guards must now pass a Tazer Certification Program to use Tazers.

Various changes including increased prisoner categories for serious crimes and riot conditions.

Prisoners can now improvise weapons from various sources during fights and escapes.

Informants now reveal assassination targets and have a maximum coverage of 50% at hiring.

Informants now have a maximum coverage of 50% and can reveal assassination targets.

A new option allows unlimited spending while building a prison.

New prisoners have a reputation that affects their behavior, visible in their rap sheet.

You can no longer place Foundations that you cannot afford.

New prisoners have a reputation that affects their behavior, with details available in their rap sheet.

Prisoners will be assigned to rehab programs more reliably based on their conditions.

Cleaning Cupboard rooms now require the Cleaning research to be completed.

Contraband thrown over walls is now less likely with a minimum distance of 15.

Players can now cycle between multiple objects in a single square by pressing TAB.

Trees now arrive in packs of 10 saplings in plant pots, ready for planting.

Historical contraband data now pruned to 7 days maximum, reducing memory requirements and improving performance.

Contraband thrown over walls is now less likely, with a minimum distance between throws increased to 15.

Trees now arrive in packs of 10 saplings in plant pots for easier planting.

Theft of spoons and forks was excessive; canteen is no longer a source for these items.

Players can now cycle between multiple objects in a single square by pressing TAB.

Prisoners can be hired as Confidential Informants to provide insights into illicit activities within the prison.

Historical contraband data is now pruned to 7 days to reduce memory requirements and improve performance.

New functionalities for servos, power switches, pressure pads, and status lights, along with performance improvements.

A sample mod demonstrating new features, including a Vegetable Patch for growing and harvesting vegetables.

Fixed issue where broken materials would block functionality; they are now dumped.

Fixed issue where broken materials would block functionality; they are now dumped.

Canteen is no longer a source of spoons or forks to reduce excessive theft.

Substantial upgrades to the modding system allowing creation of new versions of various game elements.

New functionalities for servos, power switches, pressure pads, and status lights.

Substantial upgrades to the modding system allowing creation of new versions of various game elements.

New mod that adds a Vegetable Patch for growing and harvesting vegetables, used in cooking meals.

Prisoners can be hired as Confidential Informants to provide insights into illicit activities.

Cleaning Cupboard rooms now require the Cleaning research to be completed.

Utilities mode now filters display based on what you are building.

New objects for building advanced electrical circuits.

Attaches to an existing door and can be triggered electrically to open the door.

Operated by a guard to open doors remotely, with a limit on how many doors can be opened at once.

More info has been added to the tooltips in the Build Toolbar.

The 'Day X' timer now shows the total 'Real Time' played on this prison.

Fences now have a cost associated with them.

You can now expand and contract the Todo list to free up screen space.

Fixed a subtle bug in the audio system that caused audio corruption.

Controls doors automatically based on time of day.

New objects for building advanced electrical circuits, including Logic Circuit and Logic Bridge.

Intoxication detected during prisoner searches; punishment can be set in the Policy table.

Utilities mode now filters display based on what you are building for clearer view.

Resolved a subtle bug in the audio system that caused audio corruption.

Old CCTV system replaced with new connection mechanics.

Fences now have a cost associated with them.

A strong metal door that must be controlled remotely.

Contraband can now be smuggled in via materials in Delivery Trucks.

More information added to the tooltips in the Build Toolbar.

New interconnected systems and servos to automate access through locked doors.

You can now expand and contract the Todo list to free up screen space.

Intoxication detected during prisoner searches, with punishments set in the Policy table.

The 'Day X' timer now shows the total 'Real Time' played on the prison.

Old CCTV system replaced with new connection mechanics; monitors must be connected to cameras.

Contraband can now be smuggled in via Delivery Trucks and thrown over external walls.

New systems and servos to automate access through locked doors.

No more will your entities get stuck (FOREVER) on walls, corners, doors, and just about everything else in their way!

In total, 73 major bugs were fixed during the bug bash.

A total of 73 major bugs were addressed during the bug bash month.

No more shall all your laundry baskets gradually migrate to a single laundry room, leaving all the others empty!

Entities will no longer get stuck on walls, corners, doors, and other obstacles.

No more will you be able to install Garbage!

Players can no longer install Garbage in the game.

No more will your dead prisoners slide off morgue slabs and hearses, and lay there in the road forever!

Laundry baskets will no longer gradually migrate to a single laundry room, leaving others empty.

Dead prisoners will no longer slide off morgue slabs and hearses, preventing them from laying in the road indefinitely.

The next update will focus exclusively on fixing bugs, with a call for community help to prioritize issues.

Regime can now be controlled independently for each security group of prisoners.

Prisoners have a chance to surrender when faced with lethal force, with specific behaviors based on aggression.

Added Methodone program and Alcoholics Anonymous meeting to help combat drug addiction.

Union Jack flag in the Main Menu allows players to change the game language and download language packs.

Added Methodone program and Alcoholics Anonymous meeting to help combat drug addiction among prisoners.

The next update will focus exclusively on fixing bugs, with no new features planned.

Prisoners can now take drugs, develop addictions, and experience withdrawal symptoms.

Prisoners can now surrender when faced with lethal force, with specific behaviors based on their aggression level.

Union Jack flag in the Main Menu allows players to change the game language.

Prisoners can now take drugs, develop addictions, and face withdrawal symptoms. Drugs include Heroin, Cocaine, and Alcohol.

Control the regime for each security group independently, with 'Nothing' renamed to 'Lockup'.

Too many escapes in a day results in player dismissal the following day.

New failure conditions can lead to game over events, including riots, bankruptcy, escapes, and deaths.

Excessive deaths in a day trigger warnings and potential player dismissal for criminal negligence.

All prisoners have a new 'Grading' tab in their rap sheet, scored on punishment, reform, security, and health.

Players can now fail when building their prison under certain conditions, leading to game over.

The fog-of-war now reflects the player's line of sight when wandering around their prison.

All prisoners now have a 'Grading' tab scoring them on Punishment, Reform, Security, and Health.

Players can now wander their prison, with fog-of-war reflecting visibility based on line of sight.

Too many deaths in a day will trigger a warning, leading to player dismissal if it continues.

A new grading score screen shows the combined gradings for all released prisoners and the type of prison produced.

Allowing a riot to run too long will result in government takeover and player dismissal.

Negative bank balance and cashflow leads to bankruptcy, with a 24-hour window for financial rescue.

Too many escapes in a day will lead to player dismissal the next day.

A negative bank balance and cashflow leads to bankruptcy, with 24 hours to implement a rescue package.

A new screen shows combined gradings for all released prisoners, indicating the type of prison and success rate.

Allowing a riot to persist will result in government takeover and player dismissal.

Daily income is now paid in 24 hourly payments instead of a lump sum at midnight.

All prison establishments must now pay Corporation Taxes at 30% of all profit.

Numerous balance changes and bug fixes, particularly related to finance, improving overall gameplay.

Ability to sell shares in the prison to investors for money, with expectations of profitable returns.

Daily income is now paid in 24 hourly payments instead of a lump sum at midnight.

Players can sell shares of their prison to investors for money, giving up 10% ownership for 10% of total prison value.

Added a ton of new official grants with new requirements and hidden grants that reveal under certain conditions.

Goods are now exported properly with a new Exports zone for realistic income generation throughout the day.

Players can now borrow money from the bank and repay interest hourly, with credit rating affecting borrowing capacity.

Players can now borrow money and repay interest every hour, increasing credit rating with successful repayments.

Added a ton of new official grants with new requirements and hidden grants.

New special grant that provides a one-time bailout if the player runs out of money and has a negative cashflow.

Players can now have only two grants running at once, expandable to three with an accountant. Grants can have pre-requisites.

New special grant that provides a bailout if you run out of money and have a negative cashflow.

Numerous balance changes and bug fixes related to finance to improve gameplay.

All prison establishments must now pay 30% Corporation Taxes on profits.

Goods are now exported properly with a new Exports zone for loading delivery trucks, providing income throughout the day.

Skilled prisoners can undergo a carpentry apprenticeship to make high-quality wooden furniture.

Academically minded inmates can work towards new education qualifications in the new classroom.

Players can now run programs aimed at training, educating, and reforming inmates.

All prisoners must complete a workshop safety induction or kitchen hygiene program before working in those areas.

Players can run programs to train, educate, and reform inmates, with varying success rates.

All prisoners must complete safety training before working in the workshop or kitchen.

Violent prisoners can now be sent to the prison psychologist for anger management.

Tazers can now be unlocked for armed guards, providing a non-lethal way to incapacitate prisoners.

New stab vests provide extra protection for guards but slow down their movement.

Tazers can be issued to guards for non-lethal incapacitation; stab vests provide extra protection.

Teachers come from outside to provide education qualifications in the new classroom.

Trained prisoners can complete an apprenticeship to make high-quality wooden furniture.

Deploy armed guards to control prisoners and suppress unrest.

Prisoners nearby armed guards will feel suppressed, reducing their likelihood to cause trouble.

Objects list now filters based on the current construction area to reduce clutter.

Deploy armed guards to control prisoners and suppress unrest.

Armed guards can be ordered to use lethal force with the 'Weapons Free' button.

Gardeners will plant and harvest trees automatically in the new Forestry zone.

Prisoners nearby armed guards will feel suppressed, reducing their likelihood to cause trouble.

Objects list now filters based on the current construction context to reduce clutter.

New Forestry zone allows gardeners to plant and harvest trees for resources.

Order armed guards to use lethal force with the 'Weapons Free' button.