EXIT The Game Adventures on Catan: Puzzle Walkthrough

Quick answer

This walkthrough provides puzzle-by-puzzle hints for EXIT: The Game - Adventures on Catan, helping you decode riddles, use the decoder disk, and progress without spoiling the full solution.

Why this walkthrough is different from a full solution

Unlike a full solution that gives away every answer, this walkthrough offers progressive hints for each puzzle. You'll get just enough information to keep the challenge alive while avoiding frustration. The goal is to help you experience the satisfaction of solving it yourself.

If you prefer to solve everything unaided, skip the hints and only refer to the section on using the decoder disk correctly — that's a common sticking point that doesn't spoil the fun.

What makes Adventures on Catan unique

This title blends the classic Catan board game setting with EXIT's signature escape-room puzzles. You'll explore the island, gather resources, and solve riddles that reference Catan's lore — but you don't need to know how to play Catan to enjoy it. The puzzles are standalone and require only the included materials (cards, booklet, decoder disk, and odd components).

One trade-off: the Catan theme adds atmosphere but doesn't change the puzzle logic. If you're expecting a full Catan strategy game, this is still a linear escape-room experience.

Puzzle walkthrough — hints and solutions

How do I start the game?

Read the rule booklet first. It explains the basic rules, the decoder disk, and how to use the riddle cards. Then read the story card to set the scene. The first puzzle is on card 1 — look at the front and back for clues.

I'm stuck on the first riddle. What should I look for?

Examine the card carefully. Look for symbols, numbers, or patterns that might correspond to the decoder disk. Sometimes the answer is hidden in the artwork. Try combining elements from the front and back of the card. If you're truly stuck, the solution is often a three-digit number that you enter on the decoder disk.

How do I use the decoder disk?

The decoder disk has two rings. Align the symbols or numbers from the card to reveal a code. The code might be a number, a color, or a direction. Once you have the code, look in the answer booklet for the corresponding puzzle card. Always double-check that you've aligned the disk correctly — a common mistake is using the wrong starting point.

What if I can't solve a puzzle after many tries?

Each puzzle has a hint card. The hint card gives a progressive clue. If you still can't solve it, the answer booklet provides the full solution. Remember, the goal is to have fun — it's okay to peek at the answer if you're stuck for more than 10 minutes. Use hints sparingly to preserve the challenge, but don't let frustration ruin the experience.

How do I know if I've solved a puzzle correctly?

The answer booklet will tell you if your code is correct. If it is, you'll be directed to the next puzzle card. If not, re-check your decoder disk alignment and the clues on the card.

What happens after I solve all puzzles?

You'll reach the final puzzle. Solve it to escape the island and complete the game. The story concludes on the final card. Congratulations — you've built a new life on Catan!

Product facts

• EXIT: The Game - Adventures on Catan: Times are rough and life in your village is getting harder. Sailors tell you about the beautiful and fertile island of Catan. You set off to explore this new world and build a new life. The story sets the scene for your escape-room adventure — you're not just solving puzzles, you're building a new settlement on Catan.

  

  EXIT: The Game - Adventures on Catan