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Hard Time

Hard Time

The toughest sim in the yard!

4.3K ratings
446 reviews
#178 in free Adventure
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 11, 2013
  • November 17, 2020

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Developer

MDickie Limited
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About

Simulate life as an inmate in a challenging prison environment. Manage your health, mental state, and attributes while interacting with other inmates and guards. Earn money, improve your skills, and try to survive.

✓Create and customize inmate
✓Survive in a prison with 12 areas
✓Manage health and mental state
✓Improve character attributes (Strength, Agility, Intellect, Reputation)
✓Earn money through work or trade
✓Interact with 100+ inmates and civilians
✓Navigate prison laws and wardens
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Hard Time. Based on 4.3K reviews and a 4.0/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 👍Unique prison simulation experience
  • 😊Nostalgic and memorable
  • 🎮Great mobile game

Negative things

  • 🐛Bugs and glitches
  • 🤖Annoying AI behavior
  • 💰Monetization issues
  • 🕰️Repetitive and grindy
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What's New in Hard Time

1.4.4

November 17, 2020

- Higher resolution display, making full use of notched screens in either landscape orientation. - Enhanced compatibility with iOS 14. - Fewer onscreen ads (only between scenes).

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$2.99

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Full access to all game features with no ads.

Charts

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📉 178-1

Adventure games

This game dropped -1 position in Adventure games chart.

Last updated on August 10, 2026.

User reviews

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Amazing

Best game
Solarz828283Solarz828283

Game review

Good game just don’t like that you can’t pick the character
A_V24A_V24

LOVE IT!

I love it so much W
ConnorfarletteConnorfarlette

Fun but has its issues

My biggest complaint is the camera it’s very annoying also the constant dialogue that messes you up and the prisoners that team up with the cops and attack you when wanted it makes no sense. I also hate the mental state mechanic and having to use the bathroom I’ve always hated both. Despite the issues however mdickie is a legend and to this day I still play, these games were a big part of my childhood.
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DaltonOdom2004DaltonOdom2004

Hard time

This is my childhood game it’s a really good game trust me
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Crashes after ads

Bug

Inconsistent character controls

Bug

Unrealistic physics and damage

Bug

Inability to complete certain tasks

Bug
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Requested Features

6 requests

Online multiplayer mode

Feature

Expanded map and exploration

Feature

More customization options

Feature

Improved warden/police functionality

Feature

Additional game modes

Feature

Localization to other languages

Feature

FAQ

What is Hard Time about?

Hard Time is a prison life simulation game where you create an inmate and attempt to survive in a challenging correctional facility. You'll need to manage your character's health, mental state, and attributes while interacting with other inmates and guards.

What are the key features of Hard Time?

Key features include creating and customizing your inmate, exploring a prison with 12 interactive areas, managing survival needs like health and mental state, improving character attributes such as strength and intellect, and earning money through various means.

How much does Hard Time cost?

The game is free to play, but offers a 'VIP' upgrade. This upgrade removes ads and provides access to an editor for customizing characters and other elements within the game.

What are the basic controls in Hard Time?

Basic controls include buttons for Attack (A), Grapple/Throw weapon (G), Run (R), Pick-Up/Drop (P), and Taunt (T). There are also combined button inputs for special moves and interactions, with tutorials available in-game.

Who is the target audience for Hard Time?

This game is designed for players who enjoy simulation experiences, particularly those with a focus on survival, strategy, and character progression in a unique and challenging setting like a prison.