Prison Island comes to Melbourne - the ultimate action-game experience

Melbourne | 30 April, 2025 – Adrenaline, teamwork, and a wealth of exciting challenges: Prison Island is set to make its mark on Melbourne for the first time this coming winter. From June 5, this interactive adventure will open its doors at District Docklands, bringing a completely new leisure concept to Melburnians. 

Brought to life by immersive entertainment specialists Make It Now, and co-produced with leading global live entertainment platform Fever, Prison Island features more than 30 unique "cells" - each of them offering a combination of action games, sports, and skills-based tests.

Not to be confused with a traditional escape room where players must break out of a single room, Prison Island is a unique action game that requires strategy, skill, and movement, across a choice of 34 different cells. Teams of two to five players have 90 minutes to conquer as many challenges as possible – ranging from logical thinking and dexterity to physical tasks. Each cell is individually designed to keep players constantly engaged, allowing friends, families and colleagues to reveal their competitive sides and experience the thrill of overcoming challenges together.

Each cell presents a unique, themed task – from skills-based games and tricky brainteasers to athletic challenges. Some require lightning-fast reflexes and strategic thinking, while others test memory, coordination, or team communication. Whether dodging laser beams, solving colour-coded puzzles, or operating complex mechanisms, every challenge is an immersive experience that demands both skill and creativity. 

Thanks to cutting-edge technology and innovative game design, every visit feels fresh and exciting. The diverse cells are designed to offer multiple solutions, keeping the experience engaging for returning visitors. With a wide range of challenges, the game is suitable for both beginners and experienced players alike.

Originating in Scandinavia, the concept of Prison Island has already captivated audiences in numerous European cities. “Our mission is to bring people together through play and create an unforgettable experience. The various cells provide a dynamic and versatile experience that combines action, logic, and teamwork,” said Mikael Bouteillon, Founder of Prison Island.

Tickets for Prison Island will be available for purchase on 7 May 2025, however, those who sign up to the waitlist will receive exclusive pre-sale access. For more information, head to prisonislandexperience.com/melbourne.

Key Information:

Tickets: Available for purchase from 7 May 2025 at prisonislandexperience.com/melbourne

Dates and Times:  Various sessions starting  from 5 June 2025

Age: 7 years and over

Location: District Docklands, 440 Docklands Drive, Melbourne

Assets: Available HERE

About Make It Now

Founded by Mikael Bouteillon, Make It Now is a dynamic company that has evolved from hospitality and CrossFit into a major player in immersive entertainment and sports. In 2019, it brought the Scandinavian-inspired Prison Island to France, rapidly expanding from Montpellier to multiple cities across Europe. Beyond Prison Island, the company is growing into sports, real estate, and lifestyle ventures, including padel centers, escape games, and multi-sports complexes in France and Portugal. With bold investments, innovation, and international expansion, Make It Now continues to set new standards in experiential entertainment and much more.