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Demo Update Live: Steam Overlay Invites & Solitary Confinement Minigame!

The Yard: Escape from Prison · published 22 Aug 2026, 14:26 UTC

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Hey inmates!

We’ve just pushed a fresh update to The Yard: Escape from Prison Demo to fix a few key issues and introduce a fun new mechanic for when you get caught breaking the rules!

Here is what’s new in this update:

Steam Overlay Invite Fix: Fixed the bug preventing players from properly sending and receiving lobby invites through the Steam Overlay. Inviting your crew to plan a breakout together is now seamless and reliable!
Solitary Confinement Minigame: Got caught by the guards and thrown into the hole? You no longer have to just sit there waiting out your time! We’ve added a brand-new minigame in solitary confinement. If you complete it successfully, you’ll earn your way out early and get right back into the prison routine to resume your escape plans.
General Bug Fixes & Improvements: Minor adjustments and tweaks based on your recent feedback to keep the gameplay smooth.

Thank you all for testing the demo, reporting bugs, and sharing your feedback! If you haven't yet, make sure to try the updated demo with your friends and add the full game to your Steam Wishlist!

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