To successfully escape the prison cell in A Way Out, Leo and Vincent need to execute a coordinated plan involving stealth, distractions, and careful timing. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the steps to achieve this without getting caught:

Step 1: Distracting the Guard
– Location: Machine Workshop
– Action: As Leo, engage the nearby prisoner guarding a wrench located at a workstation. Speak to him in a way that holds his attention, effectively distracting him from the area. This distraction allows Vincent to operate unnoticed.

Step 2: Transferring the Wrench
– Action: While Leo keeps the prisoner occupied, Vincent should stealthily approach the workstation and grab the wrench. After acquiring the wrench, he must move to a specific corner of the workshop where a vent cover is located.
– Key Move: Leo can’t enter the checkpoint with the wrench, so he should move closer to the vent cover. When both characters are positioned properly, they can interact with the vent cover to pass the wrench without alerting any nearby guards.

Step 3: Passing Through the Checkpoint
– Action: With the wrench passed through the vent, Vincent can proceed back through the security checkpoint undetected since he’s not carrying the tool. This maneuver is crucial to avoid raising suspicion from the guards checking prisoners.

Step 4: Creating a Distraction in the Cell
– Location: Prison Cell
– Action: Once back in the cell, Leo should interact with the toilet to pry it open. This action is designed to grab the guard’s attention and divert him away from the door, giving Vincent the necessary time to proceed with his next moves.

Step 5: Using the Wrench
– Action: Now that the wrench is secure in the cell, Vincent can use it to unscrew the bolts on the grate. Typically, this requires wrenching off two bolts on the grate located on the floor.
– Outcome: Once both bolts are removed, Vincent can lift the grate, creating an opening for their escape.

Step 6: Execution of the Escape
– Action: Both characters should climb out through the opened grate. After exiting, Leo needs to roll a nearby trolley cart under the vent cover to assist in climbing up. They should stack crates carefully to crawl through the vent leading to the roof.
– Navigational Strategy: While on the rooftop, the players must be cautious and use available cover to evade guards and avoid spotlights. Timing their movements is crucial to reach subsequent escape points without detection.

Summary:
The primary tool for this prison escape is the wrench, which is acquired through a partnership involving distraction and stealth. Leo’s diversion distracts the guard while Vincent works to gather and utilize the wrench for their escape. To ensure success, continuous communication and coordination between the two players are vital throughout this process to remain undetected and navigate smoothly towards freedom.