# Unlock!: Escape Adventures ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2017 - **BGG Rating**: 7.3 - **BGG Rank**: #701 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 45-75 min - **Weight**: 2.12 / 5 - **Designers**: Alice Carroll, Cyril Demaegd, Thomas Cauët - **Artists**: Arnaud Demaegd, Florian de Gesincourt, Legruth, Pierre Santamaria - **Publishers**: Space Cowboys, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, asmodee, Asterion Press, Gémklub, JD Éditions, Kaissa Chess & Games, Korea Boardgames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Meanbook Games, Morapiaf, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Siam Board Games - **Categories**: Card Game, Puzzle - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Elapsed Real Time Ending, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Storytelling ## Verdict If you love a real‑time challenge with cards and an app, this game will surprise you.Fun cooperative playReal‑time challengesApp eases gameplayLimited replayabilityFree app requiredRECOMMENDED ## Description Unlock!: Escape Adventures is the 2017 edition of the classic Unlock! series where the thrill of an escape room meets the convenience of cards and a companion app. You and your crew sit down, deal out the cards, and let the phone handle the rest: clues, codes, a timer, and even answer verification. The game offers three distinct scenarios – *The Formula*, *Squeek & Sausage*, and *The Island of Doctor Goorse* – each with its own plot, challenges, and a 60‑minute time limit. Each scenario is played in real time: when the clock hits zero, the mission ends, giving that nerve‑racking feeling only an escape room can deliver. The cards are easy to use: you search scenes, combine objects, and solve puzzles, all while keeping the team in sync. The cooperative mechanic forces communication, and the app ensures no one gets lost. If your group loves well‑told stories, puzzles that demand quick thinking, and a tech twist, this game is for you. The only drawback? Replayability is limited, as each scenario has a fixed sequence of cards and challenges. But if you enjoy solving mysteries together and want something that blends fun and tech, Unlock! Escape Adventures will surprise you. ## FAQ ### How many players can play? 2 to 6 players, with 4 being optimal for full cooperation. ### How long does a game last? 45 to 75 minutes, depending on the scenario and team speed. ### Do I need prior knowledge? No, the game comes with a 10‑card tutorial that teaches everything without reading the rulebook. ### Does the app need an internet connection? No, just download it once; no online connection is required during play. ### Is the game replayable? Scenarios are fixed, so replayability is limited, but card combinations still vary. ### Does the game work in other languages? Yes, but it may need a full translation if you don’t speak the app’s language. ### What’s the rule complexity? Medium: cards are simple, but real‑time coordination can be challenging. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Cangaia Jogos**: R$ 269,69 (https://www.cangaiajogos.com.br/combo-unlock?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/unlock-escape-adventures ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 26.74 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6762341&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 26.81 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=749920&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 28.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5755369&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.72 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=2093499&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.84 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4783377&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 30.86 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=700984&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 31.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1619391&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 31.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4825278&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 31.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5221518&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 31.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6299640&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/20156/unlock-escape-adventures?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com