Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School is an open-world puzzle game set on a campus filled with escape room-style challenges. Read on to learn about its release date, platforms, and announcement history.
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School Release Date and Time
Releasing in September 2026
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School is releasing in September 2026 for PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Xbox, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. We’ll be sure to update this article when more information comes out!
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Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School Overview
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School is an upcoming puzzle game sequel planned for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Xbox on PC, Steam, and Epic Games Store, following Escape Academy and expanding its escape room format into an open-world experience. Set on the Academy’s campus, players take on the role of a student exploring a hub filled with escape room-style challenges, hidden paths, traps, and environmental hazards, while uncovering a larger mystery tied to the school’s origins.
The game introduces a campus that functions as a large puzzle space, allowing players to freely explore. It features online and split-screen co-op, as well as an optional No-Timer Mode.
Is Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School will be available on Xbox Game Pass as a day one release.
Is Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School on PS Plus?
No, Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School has not been announced for PS Plus.
Is Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School on Nintendo Switch Online?
No, Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School has not been announced for Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
April 23, 2026
Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School was featured in the ID@Xbox Showcase, where it received a new trailer and announced a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass.
June 6, 2025
Coin Crew Games and iam8bit announced Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School during Day of the Devs: Summer Game Fest 2025.
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