EXIT: The Game – The House of Riddles

EXIT: The Game – The House of Riddles sits in the collection as a completed, approachable entry—its main tactical appeal is the way it calibrates challenge for newcomers without sacrificing the core EXIT puzzle logic. The structure is highly linear, with each riddle feeding directly into the next, making it a reliable pick for introducing the EXIT system to new players or families. For veterans, the draw is less about the difficulty and more about the satisfaction of seeing a group click with the format for the first time. Once solved, it rarely cycles back to the table, but it remains a reference point for gauging the accessibility of other EXIT titles. Physically, this is a low-maintenance title. The small-box format and standardized EXIT components mean setup is as simple as opening the lid and distributing the initial materials. There’s no sprawling board or fiddly trays—just a compact set of cards, the decoder disk, and a few paper elements. With a 90-minute session time, it’s best positioned as a main event for a casual group or a focused puzzle night, rather than a filler between heavier games. Portability is a plus; it travels well and doesn’t demand much table space, so it’s easy to deploy at conventions or offsite gatherings. From a teaching perspective, the game is about as straightforward as the EXIT line gets. The rules overhead is minimal, and the companion app can handle narration if you want to keep things moving. The linear progression means you can introduce the system, answer a few early questions, and then step away to manage other tables—players rarely get stuck for long. The collaborative structure keeps everyone engaged, and the approachable puzzles generate a steady hum of group discussion without overwhelming less experienced players. For hosts, it’s a dependable “on-ramp” that builds confidence and sets the tone for deeper dives into the series.