The Tinker has set a trap that will require puzzle-minded folks who can hunt down clues, crack codes, and solve mysteries that are often hidden in plain sight. While his workshop is only meant to be accessible to those fourteen and above, some clever younger children may be able to escape the Tinker’s devious devices with a bit of guidance. Regardless, you’re not in this alone; if you ever get stuck you can always refer to the included hints to point you in the right direction.

If you’re looking for an escape-room style challenge you’re welcome to set a timer for ninety minutes to see if you can escape the tinker’s trap before the walls close in around you. That being said, players can choose a more leisurely puzzling experience and leave the countdown out of it. Other unfortunate explorers have escaped the Tinker’s workshop in sixty minutes before though your pace of sorting out his tricks and traps is really up to you.

Inside the game box you’ll find a trove of paper-craft wonders that the Tinker has left behind in his workshop. Scribbled notes, rusted gears, and odd devices. The Tinker’s work is all you need to escape his trap. Scour the documents for clues, crack codes and puzzles hidden within the machines, and be prepared to use the Tinker’s devices against him in order to escape.