In keeping tabs with British video game developer Team17 and Mouldy Toof Studios they have recently announced that The Escapists 2 (originally released for consoles) will be getting a mobile version. Appropriately named The Escapists 2: Pocket Breakout, we’ve been told that it will release later this month on January 31st.

As of right now the game be pre-ordered on the App Store for $6.99 USD. Players can create their own con with hundreds of customization options, and explore some of the biggest levels yet while trying to escape to freedom. There will even be a handy local multiplayer option allowing for up to three friends to join.

The Escapists 2: Pocket Breakout features and highlights:

• Five, handpicked sandbox prisons to escape from.
• Local multiplayer for up to 4 players.
• Buy, barter and beat your way to acquiring the much-needed items to create dozens of crafting combinations to aid your escape.
• Put the craft in crafty. Scheme, sneak and traverse through prison life. Forge friendships, pull the wool over guards’ eyes as you use your skills and wits to plot your escape.

Those interested can pre-order now for $6.99 USD or wait for reviews for when the game comes out.