7.9
rating
Ludopedia
7.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for those wanting a brain teaser without the extreme difficulty!
Highlights
- Smart and engaging riddles
- Highly fun cooperative experience
- Ideal for puzzle beginners
- Fast-paced and exciting rhythm
Keep in mind
- One-time play experience
- Requires physical component manipulation
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get your diving gear ready, because the ocean floor is hiding something incredibly valuable, and you need to find it before time runs out! In 'EXIT: The Game – The Sunken Treasure', the classic escape room experience is transported to an underwater setting brimming with mysteries. If you're the type who lives for a good mental challenge, this game is an irresistible invitation to test your logic and observational skills alongside friends or family.
What makes the EXIT series so special is how it forces you to think 'outside the box' — quite literally! You'll find yourself folding, cutting, and manipulating components to solve the riddles that come your way. This specific title is part of a phase in the series where games are categorized by difficulty levels, and 'The Sunken Treasure' is classified as beginner level. This is fantastic news for newcomers to the puzzle genre or anyone looking for a smoother, lighter session without the stress of impossible-to-crack enigmas.
The game is fully cooperative, meaning there's no lone winner; either the whole group escapes (or finds the treasure), or everyone fails together. The real-time element adds an extra layer of adrenaline, preventing the group from getting stuck debating a single clue for half an hour. It is a game of pure deduction, where every visual detail or instruction in the material could be the key to your next move. Just a friendly heads-up: since this is a 'break and use' style game, the experience is a one-shot deal. Once the mystery is solved, the secret is out, and you won't be able to play this specific adventure again. It's an intense, fast-paced, and deeply satisfying journey for anyone who loves that 'eureka!' moment when the solution finally clicks.
What makes the EXIT series so special is how it forces you to think 'outside the box' — quite literally! You'll find yourself folding, cutting, and manipulating components to solve the riddles that come your way. This specific title is part of a phase in the series where games are categorized by difficulty levels, and 'The Sunken Treasure' is classified as beginner level. This is fantastic news for newcomers to the puzzle genre or anyone looking for a smoother, lighter session without the stress of impossible-to-crack enigmas.
The game is fully cooperative, meaning there's no lone winner; either the whole group escapes (or finds the treasure), or everyone fails together. The real-time element adds an extra layer of adrenaline, preventing the group from getting stuck debating a single clue for half an hour. It is a game of pure deduction, where every visual detail or instruction in the material could be the key to your next move. Just a friendly heads-up: since this is a 'break and use' style game, the experience is a one-shot deal. Once the mystery is solved, the secret is out, and you won't be able to play this specific adventure again. It's an intense, fast-paced, and deeply satisfying journey for anyone who loves that 'eureka!' moment when the solution finally clicks.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
1
REC
2
BEST
3
REC
4
OK
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
999 Games, Brädspel.se, Devir, Dino Toys s. r. o., Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Group SNE, IELLO, Kaissa Chess & Games, Korea Boardgames, KOSMOS, Lautapelit.fi, Piatnik, Spilbræt.dk, Thames & Kosmos, Vennerød Forlag AS, Zvezda
Designer
Inka Brand, Markus Brand
Artist
Michael Menzel, Michaela Kienle, Silvia Christoph
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game last?
Usually between 45 to 90 minutes, depending on the group's speed.
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, though the cooperative mode shines with 2 to 4 people.
What is the difficulty level?
This is a beginner level, perfect for those new to the EXIT series.
Can I play it more than once?
No, as the game involves manipulating and even destroying components to solve puzzles.
Do I need to know English?
Yes, there is a heavy language dependency to understand clues and instructions.
Is it a game for kids?
Recommended for youths and adults who enjoy logic; younger children might struggle with the riddles.
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