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Hello, Architects!<\/p>\n

We\u2019re kicking off the new year with a fresh<\/em> start (pun intended)! We\u2019ve got three<\/strong> big pieces of news to share with you:<\/p>\n

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  1. Prison Architect<\/a><\/strong><\/em> is heading to Xbox Game Pass for PC today<\/li>\n
  2. Our latest expansion, Prison Architect: Going Green<\/a><\/strong><\/em>, is now available<\/li>\n
  3. We\u2019re also launching a free content update, The Glasshouse<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    To celebrate, I want to give you an inside look at some of the content that\u2019s now available for Prison Architect <\/em>on Xbox One!<\/p>\n

    Going Green <\/em>gives Wardens the tools to create more sustainable compounds. The introduction of farming allows Wardens to grow produce, including apples, wheat and potatoes. And with new gameplay mechanics, comes more thematic contraband to keep you alert.<\/p>\n

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    \"Prison<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

    Let\u2019s start at the heart of Going Green<\/em> – farming. You can now grow fruits and vegetables, creating a more self-sustaining prison. In addition to seeds and dirt, you\u2019ll also need Farmers to tend to the crops.<\/p>\n

    While farming is mostly fun and games, prisoners will sometimes plant some\u2026 non-regulation seeds to grow herbs<\/em>. I\u2019ll let you fill in the blanks. Other prisoners will also swipe wheat and brew jailhouse Booze in their own cells. So stay vigilant – and watch out for any prisoners that seem a little too interested in the new Pantry and Farmer\u2019s Field.<\/p>\n

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    \"Prison<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

    We wouldn\u2019t be \u201cgoing green\u201d if we didn\u2019t also talk about Green Energy! Solar, Wind, and Solar\/Wind hybrid power sources are available, making your compounds energy efficient. Energy can be sold back to the grid – so it\u2019s green in more ways than one!<\/p>\n

    The Glasshouse<\/strong><\/em> is a free content update available for all players on Xbox One. We\u2019ve been listening to our players and we know that the game\u2019s UX\/UI is a bit… dated. The Glasshouse<\/em> officially jumpstarts our mission to update the interface, making it more modern and intuitive.<\/p>\n

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    \"Prison<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

    We\u2019re starting by expanding the sorting methods for the objects menu, allowing players to further sort the items listed. With the Going Green<\/em> expansion, a new info help system has also been added which provides info on the new features and mechanics.<\/p>\n

    But there\u2019s more! The Glasshouse<\/em> adds sustainable walls, flooring, and more, which you can use to customize your Green compounds. There\u2019s even a Recycling station because every little bit helps.<\/p>\n

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    \"Prison<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

    We\u2019d be lying if we didn\u2019t say the real stars of The Glasshouse<\/em> are the additional K9 Units. That\u2019s right, there\u2019s even more guard dog varieties in the game — imagine the Bowtie Bandit \u201cpaw-trolling\u201d around. Just look at him!\u00a0<\/p>\n

    Well, there you have it Wardens! We\u2019re excited to welcome all our new players who are trying the game out for the first time with Xbox Game Pass and welcome back our veteran Wardens who want to check out the new content. Hope you\u2019re ready to get your hands dirty and earn your green thumb!<\/p>\n

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    \"Prison <\/a> <\/div>\n
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    Prison Architect – Going Green<\/h2>\n
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    Paradox Interactive<\/p>\n

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    Prepare to get your hands dirty Wardens! Prison Architect: Going Green brings agriculture to your compound, introducing farming, produce exports, and a whole bunch of contraband. Key Features Fruits of Labor: Farming introduces a new type of Prison Labor, allowing prisons to grow potatoes, wheat, apples, and more. Produce can be exported or used as ingredients for inmate meals. Room to Grow: Three outdoor rooms facilitate farming: Fruit Orchard, Farm Field and Vegetable Allotment. But that\u2019s not all, players can recruit staff Farm Workers, build a Pantry to store produce, and construct a Shed to house farming-related items. Best Buds: Inmates who enjoy nature\u2019s beauty can grow flowers and other plants recreationally. Gardening affects inmates and gives them a positive recreation activity. Trouble is Brewing: With new crops comes new contraband. Prisoners can now secretly grow herbs in the fields and swipe kitchen ingredients to brew Booze. Fields can also become Gang Turf, so keep your guards on alert! A Greener New Deal: Prisons get an eco-friendly makeover with Solar, Wind, and Solar\/Wind Hybrid power sources. Excess power created by these sustainable methods can be sold back to the grid using the Power Export Meter. <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    Related:
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    Huge Fun and Huge Discounts Await in the THQ Nordic and Handy Games 2021 Xbox Store Sale<\/a>
    Dead Cells: Fatal Falls DLC Available Now on Xbox One<\/a>
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    Hello, Architects! We\u2019re kicking off the new year with a fresh start (pun intended)! We\u2019ve got three big pieces of news to share with you: Prison Architect is heading to Xbox Game Pass for PC today Our latest expansion, Prison Architect: Going Green, is now available We\u2019re also launching a free content update, The Glasshouse To celebrate, I want to give you an inside look at some of the content that\u2019s now available for Prison Architect on Xbox One! Going Green gives Wardens the tools to create more sustainable compounds. The introduction of farming allows Wardens to grow produce, including apples, wheat and potatoes. And with new gameplay mechanics, comes more thematic contraband to keep you alert. Let\u2019s start at the heart of Going Green…<\/p>\n

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