Prison Architect is a management simulation game developed by Introversion Software and later under Paradox Interactive for various platforms. Released for Xbox One in March 2016, the game puts players in charge of designing and managing a high-security prison. With a top-down perspective, the game challenges players to construct and oversee a penitentiary, keeping prisoners secure and staff happy, while also keeping finances in check. The genre blends strategy, simulation, and elements of construction, offering an in-depth experience that tests planning and organizational skills.