| Back to the Dawn | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | Pre-Order & DLC | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| July 18, 2025 More Details |
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| Genre | |
| RPG, Indie | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$19.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Metal Head Games | Spiral Up Games |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1 | RP |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 20 Hours (First Playthrough) | No |
| Official Website | Official Website for Back to the Dawn |
Back to the Dawn Latest News
⚫︎ Back To The Dawn: Thrilling Prison Escape RPG Breaks Out of Early Access (Game Press)
Back to the Dawn Overview
Back to the Dawn is a gritty, prison-themed RPG where you step into the paws of Thomas the Fox, a journalist wrongfully framed and tossed into the notorious Boulderton Prison by a corrupt former mayor. With just 21 days to survive, escape, and unravel a political conspiracy, every decision matters.
As you navigate the harsh, unforgiving prison system, you'll balance exploration, social interaction, and time management. Will you play it safe or take control of your fate? Build alliances with fellow inmates, train your body through weightlifting, sharpen your mind by reading, take on odd jobs to earn cash, and gather resources—all while plotting your escape.
Survival isn't guaranteed. You can either be swallowed by the system or use it to your advantage. On July 18, 2025, Back to the Dawn officially breaks out of Early Access with its full release, introducing a brand-new playable character: Bob the Black Panther, an undercover detective on a mission to bring down a dangerous wolf named Fenrir. With dual storylines, enhanced systems, and deeper narrative branches, this prison break RPG is only getting bolder.
| Digital Storefronts | |||||
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| Steam |
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| Price | $19.99 | ||||
Back to the Dawn Gameplay
Back to the Dawn is a prison-break RPG where every day counts. You’ll decide how to spend your time—working out, gathering intel, earning cash, or building relationships—all while inching closer to escape.
Explore Boulderton Prison’s many areas like the library, chapel, and underground tunnels. Take on side quests, do jobs like cooking or laundry, and train your core stats: Strength, Intelligence, and Charisma.
As you progress, you’ll unlock new abilities, craft items, and navigate tense social dynamics with gangs. Dialogue choices shape your reputation and open new paths.
Combat and stealth rely on a unique, dice-based turn system. And outside of fights, there’s always something happening—random events, shifting alliances, and hidden secrets.
Your goal: escape in 21 days. There are multiple routes out, each requiring different tools, allies, and planning. And if you don’t make it? Try again. New Game Plus lets you carry over skills and bonds, making every run smarter—and more dangerous.
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