head to head
vs
The EscapistsvsTimelie
The Escapists leans Optimization (Pure Optimization); Timelie leans Optimization (Pure Optimization).
The EscapistsTimelie
Axis by axis
Execution2 vs 2
Even - both lean on execution about the same.
Reads0 vs 1
Timelie leans harder on reads: Enemies follow fixed patrol patterns, not adapting
Variance2 vs 1
The Escapists leans harder on variance: Desk loot and inmate favours mildly random
Optimization8 vs 8
Even - both lean on optimization about the same.
Two games can score the same on an axis and still test it in very different ways - read each rationale, not just the number.