One of the few Unlock! boxes where all the cases are fun


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Location: Home

Date Played: Jan 2023

Team size: 2; we recommend 1-5

Duration: 1 hour / game; total 3 hours

Price: ~S$51 on Amazon

Premise

"Unlock! Timeless Adventures" is a cooperative card game inspired by escape rooms, utilizing a straightforward system where players search scenes, combine objects, and solve riddles. This is the sixth series in the Unlock! lineup, and it stands out due to the sheer enjoyment of all three cases it contains:

  • The Noside Show: The Diosen circus is coming to town but Professor Noside has prepared a great sabotage act! Stop him. The show must go on!
  • Arsène Lupin and the Great White Diamond: Experience a jewel race in the early 20th century Paris and take up the challenge of Arsène Lupin.
  • Lost in the ChronoWarp: Professor Alcibiade Tempus'time machine works erratically. You must return the timeline to normal!

Components

The game includes three cases, each with approximately 60 cards, a tutorial deck of cards, and an instruction manual. Additionally, players must download the companion app (available for iOS and Android) to play the game. The app serves as a timer, provides sound effects, and offers hints, seamlessly integrating with the physical components to create an immersive gaming experience. In this series, each case also comes with its own document that enhances the overall game experience.

Gameplay

The gameplay in "Unlock!" follows a similar pattern across all series. Starting with the introductory card, players progress through the game by finding card numbers and solving puzzles using clues from the cards and the app.

What sets "Unlock! Timeless Adventures" apart is that each of the three cases introduces a unique gameplay mechanic, elevating the overall experience and making it more enjoyable.

Puzzles/Thoughts

➕Innovative Mechanics: Each case introduces new and interesting gameplay mechanics that add depth to the experience.

➕Engaging Puzzles: Most of the puzzles are well-designed and integrated into the story, enhancing immersion.

➕Compelling Narrative: The stories for each case are engaging and hold players' interest throughout the game.

✖️Frustrating Puzzles: Some puzzles feature leaps in logic that can be frustrating, especially when seeking hints or solutions.

Verdict

"Unlock! Timeless Adventures" is a standout addition to the Unlock! series, delivering an enthralling time-traveling experience that captivates players from start to finish. The game's engaging storytelling, seamless gameplay mechanics, and well-crafted puzzles make for an unforgettable tabletop escape room adventure. While a few puzzles may feel unfair, they don't significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

Rating: 5/5

★★★★★

You can purchase it on Amazon here.