{"id":15395,"date":"2025-01-15T10:05:17","date_gmt":"2025-01-15T09:05:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foxinaboxgames.com\/graz\/?p=15395"},"modified":"2026-04-23T16:41:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:41:26","slug":"escape-room-tipps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foxinaboxgraz.at\/en\/escape-room-tipps\/","title":{"rendered":"10 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFULLY SOLVING AN ESCAPE ROOM"},"content":{"rendered":"

Psst\u2026 want me to tell you something? Here you\u2019ll discover our secret tips to help you become an escape room pro!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s no secret that escape rooms are a challenge. Not sure what a room escape (also known as an exit adventure or exit game) is?<\/strong> Then read more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tricky puzzles and well-hidden clues offer a real challenge. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together 10 tips to help you successfully solve an escape room\u2014and maybe even set a new record time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Everything is in the room!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The number one rule of every room: Everything you need to solve the escape room is inside the room\u2014including the knowledge.<\/strong> All objects can be found on-site (sometimes well hidden). You also don\u2019t need any prior knowledge to complete our escape adventures\u2014everything you need is provided as clues within the rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Take a close look at everything!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Look around the room very carefully and search everything.<\/strong>
What kinds of locks are there? Are you looking for keys, 3- or 4-digit number combinations, or letters? Are there any clues near the locks? What objects and decorations are in the room? During your search, check underneath and behind objects as well. Any items and decorations that are not permanently fixed in place may be moved. Don\u2019t be afraid to make a bit of a mess\u2014after all, our game masters will take care of the boring task of cleaning up for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Keyword: Organized chaos!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You should never lose track in the mess. Sometimes you\u2019ll find items that are only needed later on\u2014place them somewhere safe so you don\u2019t lose them in the heat of the moment. But remember: All codes and keys only need to be used once! <\/strong>So place already used items and keys in a separate spot to keep a clear overview of what\u2019s still important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Talking is thinking\u2014just as a team!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Communication is key to every successful room escape.<\/strong> Four eyes see more than two. Tell your teammates what you\u2019ve found and share all important information! It\u2019s essential that every group member always knows which puzzles have already been solved and which items have not yet been used.
Different perspectives often help when solving a puzzle. Share your ideas out loud with your teammates. Solving a puzzle can be like putting together a jigsaw: everyone has a piece of the solution, but only when you combine them does the full picture emerge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Double-check everything!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you ever get stuck during your escape adventure and feel like you\u2019re missing something to solve the next puzzle, take another look around the room. You might have overlooked something.<\/strong>\nAre you sure you\u2019ve solved the puzzle correctly, but the lock won\u2019t open? Then double-check your solution.<\/strong> You may have missed a step or not combined everything correctly. Also pay attention to where the marker on the lock is and whether the order of the code is correct. And are you absolutely sure this is the right lock? Maybe the code fits better somewhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. The clock is ticking!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You only have 60 minutes<\/strong> to solve the escape room! So keep an eye on both your time and your progress. On average, you should aim to solve at least one puzzle every 10 minutes<\/strong> to complete the game within the given time. If you find yourselves stuck on a puzzle for too long, it\u2019s time to ask for a hint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.1 Game masters are friends\u2014not enemies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our game masters want you to have the best possible experience at Fox in a Box Graz!<\/strong> That\u2019s why you should listen to your game master\u2019s instructions. During the introduction, you\u2019ll receive important information about what you are and are not allowed to do in the room. If you try to open items labeled \u201cDo not open,\u201d you\u2019ll end up wasting valuable time that should be spent solving puzzles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.2 Pro tip!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to ask for hints!<\/strong> Hints are helpful\u2014they\u2019re there to guide you. Our hints are designed to give you just enough direction to solve the puzzle or show you which elements should be combined. So even with a hint, you\u2019ll still solve the puzzle yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Trying beats overthinking!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The right code is useless if you never enter it. A room escape gives you the chance to try out different approaches to solving a puzzle. Got an idea<\/strong> about how a puzzle might work, but you\u2019re not completely sure it\u2019s right? Just give it a try.<\/strong> The important thing is to talk to your teammates about how you want to solve the puzzle!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Teamwork makes the Dream work!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may sound a bit clich\u00e9, but the most important principle in a room escape is teamwork. You want to solve the escape room together\u2014and you can only win as a team.<\/strong> Everyone has their own strengths. Some are especially skillful, some have an eagle eye, and others are great at organizing. Use your strengths to support the team in the best possible way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Have fun!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Last but not least: Have fun!<\/strong> Celebrate when you open a lock and laugh when something works as expected. Let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere of the escape adventure and fully immerse yourself in the scenario!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have we sparked your interest? Here<\/a> you can find more information about our escape rooms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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