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Our Verdict
Fans of portable escape rooms will love The Elite: clever puzzles and real-time pressure in a tiny package!
Highlights
- Creative and well-designed puzzles
- Perfect for quick sessions (60 mins)
- Immersive app with sounds and hints
Keep in mind
- Requires translation for non-English players
- PnP version needs printing and cutting
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Unlock!: The Elite is a mini escape room adventure in card format, part of the acclaimed Unlock! series. You and your friends are locked in a hotel room full of mysteries and must use all your wits to escape before time runs out. With just 20 cards, the game is compact but packed with clever challenges that require teamwork and lateral thinking. The game uses a free app to track time, give hints, and even set the mood with sounds and music. Perfect for a quick 60-minute session, whether in print-and-play (PnP) or physical box form. If you enjoy creative puzzles and the pressure of an escape room, this adventure is for you!
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Publisher
asmodee, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Space Cowboys
Designer
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Artist
Arnaud Demaegd
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Is an app required to play?
Yes, the game uses a free app to track time, give hints, and set the mood.
How many players are recommended?
2 to 6 players, but it works best with 3-4 people to diversify ideas.
Do I need to print the cards?
Only if you're playing the PnP (Print & Play) version. The physical version comes ready to play.
Is it difficult?
The game has varied challenges, some easier, others quite tough. Great for lateral thinkers.
Is there a Portuguese translation?
The official material is in English, so you'll need to translate or play with English speakers.
Is it worth it for Unlock! veterans?
Yes! The Elite has a unique story and different puzzles, even though it's shorter.