EXIT: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin
- Designer Inka Brand , Markus Brand
- Publisher KOSMOS , 999 Games , Brädspel.se , Brain Games , Broadway Toys LTD
- Illustration Inka Brand , Markus Brand , Silvia Christoph , Michaela Kienle , Sensit Communication GmbH , Franz Vohwinkel
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In this game, 1 to 6 players find themselves locked inside an abandoned cabin. Together, they must solve puzzles, crack codes, and collect objects using creativity and deduction to escape. A mysterious spinning code dial and a book guide your team through the challenges, creating an immersive escape-room experience.
Who Is This Game For?
EXIT: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin is aimed at experienced gamers and fans of cooperative puzzle games. With a playing time of around 120 minutes and a recommended age of 12 and up, it suits players who enjoy longer, thoughtful sessions. It also includes a solo mode for single-player play.
How It Works
The game is fully cooperative, requiring players to work together to solve puzzles and decipher codes. Using a book and a spinning code dial, players combine clues and objects to progress. The core mechanic is cooperative gameplay, where communication and teamwork are essential to unlock the cabin before time runs out.
What Makes It Special
Part of the EXIT series by Inka and Markus Brand, The Abandoned Cabin won the Kennerspiel des Jahres in 2017 and the Årets Spel Best Adult Game in 2018. It offers a limited replay experience typical of escape-room games but stands out for its immersive physical components and cooperative puzzle-solving.
Awards
2017
- 2018 Årets Spel Best Adult Game — Winner
- 2017 Hra roku — Recommended
Pro
- Cooperative escape-room gameplay for 1-6 players
- Winner of Kennerspiel des Jahres 2017
- Engaging mix of deduction and teamwork
- Includes solo mode
Contra
- Limited replayability after puzzles are solved
- Relatively long playtime of about 120 minutes
- Not suitable for children under 12
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a mysterious abandoned cabin, with a theme of mystery and crime that enhances the immersive escape-room atmosphere.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take your time communicating and combining clues as a team to solve puzzles effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, the game supports solo play for one player.
How long does a game really take?
A typical session lasts about 120 minutes plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is designed for experienced players familiar with cooperative puzzle games.
How does this compare to similar games?
As part of the EXIT series, it features immersive puzzles and a strong cooperative focus, with unique physical components like the code dial and book.
Is this suitable for families?
With a recommended age of 12 and up and moderate complexity, it is better suited for older children and adults.
What mechanic makes it special?
Cooperative gameplay combined with deduction and puzzle-solving mechanics define this game.
Fazit
EXIT: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin is recommended for players seeking a challenging and cooperative escape-room experience lasting about two hours. It is less suitable for casual players or families with younger children.
