Quick Answer

If you want a one-night puzzle challenge with a clear ending, choose EXIT: The Game. If you prefer a story-driven campaign you can replay, pick The Adventures of Robin Hood.

Replayability and commitment

EXIT: The Game is a one-time experience: you solve riddles and may even destroy or mark components. It's perfect for a single evening but not for groups who want to revisit the adventure. The Adventures of Robin Hood, on the other hand, is a cooperative board game you can play multiple times, with different scenarios and choices each session.

The Robin Hood game has a longer setup and session time, so it suits groups that can commit to a series of game nights. EXIT is more flexible for a spontaneous game night.

Story and atmosphere

EXIT: The Professor's Last Riddle sends you on a global treasure hunt to solve your late professor's mystery. It's a puzzle-driven narrative that unfolds through riddles and clues. Nightfall Manor adds a spooky twist with four jigsaw puzzles to solve as you search for a missing friend.

The Adventures of Robin Hood places you in 1193 Nottingham under Prince John's rule, where you and your Merry Men fight oppression. It's a richer, character-driven story with a strong theme of rebellion.

Trade-Offs at a Glance

  • Replayability: Robin Hood can be replayed with different outcomes; EXIT is a one-time experience. If replay value matters, choose Robin Hood.
  • Time commitment: EXIT is designed for a single session; Robin Hood is a longer, multi-session campaign. For a quick game night, EXIT is more practical.
  • Puzzle vs story: EXIT focuses on riddles and puzzles; Robin Hood emphasizes narrative and character choices. Pick EXIT for puzzle lovers, Robin Hood for story enthusiasts.

Product Facts

  • The Adventures of Robin Hood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is a cooperative family board game designed by Michael Menzel, set in 1193 Nottingham. Its narrative depth and cooperative play make it ideal for groups who enjoy immersive, repeatable storytelling.

    The Adventures of Robin Hood

    The Adventures of Robin Hood

  • EXIT: The Game - The Professor's Last Riddle: EXIT: The Game - The Professor's Last Riddle involves solving postcards and clues in a global treasure hunt. This puzzle-driven format is perfect for a single, challenging session that tests your group's problem-solving skills.

    EXIT: The Game - The Professor's Last Riddle

    EXIT: The Game - The Professor's Last Riddle

Which One Should You Choose?

Best for

  • Groups who want a one-night, puzzle-heavy challenge
  • Players who enjoy story-driven, replayable cooperative games

Not for

  • Groups that prefer open-ended, replayable experiences (choose Robin Hood instead)
  • Players who dislike one-time-use components (choose EXIT only if you don't mind the permanence)