1954: Alcatraz
1954: Alcatraz – The cash is out there. But who will get it? Joe's doing 40 years on Alcatraz for a heist on an armored truck. The loot is still hidden out there, but only Joe knows where it is. In the streets of San Francisco, Joe's ex-accomplices and his wife are eager to find the stolen money. Who will get their hands on the dough? In this interactive Point & Click adventure by Daedalic Entertainment and Irresponsible Games – the team of Gene Mocsy – Joe and his wife Christine will be playable characters. Players will decide between love, treachery, life and death: will Christine assist Joe during his prison break? Will they recover the fortune together? Or will they succumb to greed? Will Christine deceive her husband, taking revenge for all the disappointments and a marriage that brought her nothing but hardship? Will she just turn her back on Joe and hit the road with his former accomplices? Or will Joe gain everything in the end?
Game Discussion
Steam User 6
Good adventure, but there is a serious bug. Do not open the safe before giving the bird book to the recipient, if you do you cannot switch back and thus cannot finish the game.
Steam User 5
Review of 1954 Alcatraz
1954 Alcatraz is a captivating point-and-click adventure game that masterfully combines a noir aesthetic with a gripping story. Developed by Daedalic Entertainment, it offers a refreshing break from typical adventure games, diving deep into themes of love, trust, betrayal, and escape.
The game's narrative is its strongest feature. It follows Joe, a convict plotting his escape from the infamous Alcatraz prison, and his wife, Christine, who must navigate San Francisco's underworld. The dual perspectives allow for dynamic storytelling, and your choices significantly impact the outcome, making the experience highly immersive and replayable.
The art style is stunning, capturing the 1950s vibe with detailed hand-painted backdrops and well-designed character models. The music and voice acting further enhance the atmosphere, with jazzy tunes and believable performances that immerse players in the tension and charm of the era.
The puzzles are well-balanced, offering a mix of logic, exploration, and dialogue-based challenges. They feel organic to the story and rarely seem out of place, which is a testament to the thoughtful game design.
What sets 1954 Alcatraz apart is its mature storytelling. The moral dilemmas and complex character relationships create an emotional depth that is rare in adventure games. Christine, in particular, shines as a strong, resourceful character, making her more than just a sidekick to Joe's escape plan.
Overall, 1954 Alcatraz is a gem for fans of narrative-driven games. Its rich story, memorable characters, and atmospheric presentation make it an unforgettable journey. If you enjoy a good mix of suspense, drama, and puzzles, this game is well worth your time.
8/10
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Steam User 4
The literal first achievement of the game that's literally just for playing the game has a 38% achievement rate. So I think a lot of people get the game in bundles and literally never play it. Store page makes it look pretty boring but its actually pretty good. Timelines a bit confusing but the switching between characters is pretty nice beyond that.
Steam User 3
A perfect little story for 3-4 hours of gameplay, where you must break out of Alcatraz in 1954 with the help of your wife, the story is so heart-warming and funny, don't be shy to be it, it;s worth it. 8/10
Steam User 2
Cool product with a good and most importantly interesting story playing the game I felt like I was reading a book and felt for the characters and I really enjoyed the experience
Steam User 2
I love it! ♥ Is this a crime? Get me to Alcatraz then!
I enjoyed it over all, the duo rules well in this one, would this have been only about the guy in the prison wouldn't be that interesting in my view, it gives interesting perspective on the story.
Love hand drawn backgrounds.
Steam User 1
I have played this game on and off for years, and just haven't been able to BEAT it. I enjoy the game for the most part, but I think this one has sailed it's ship for me. If you like point and click adventure games, puzzle games, and detective games, then this is for you.