Version 1.02 was released specifically to support the expansion, which fundamentally changed how Wardens manage logistics.

Here’s why, along with what that version string likely represents:

Focuses on sustainable energy (solar/wind) and prisoner farming/agriculture. Cleared for Transfer

: A must-download free expansion that improves guard performance and adds new cosmetic updates. Pro-Tip: Check Your Build

Classic premade prisons like The Alcatraz and The Rock received specific visual and mechanical polish to match the new island-themed features. Expanding Your Prison: Related DLCs

: Adds the "Criminally Insane" inmate category, requiring specialized padded cells, psychiatrists, and orderlies to manage their unpredictable behavior.