Exit-Style Puzzle Game

Cross-platform escape room puzzle game inspired by the Exit tabletop series, built in Unity.

Overview

A cross-platform puzzle game inspired by the Exit tabletop game series (Kosmos). Players solve escape room-style puzzles through item collection, combination, card-based validation (decoder wheel), and progressive hints — all wrapped in narrative storytelling.

Problem

Escape room games are engaging but physical versions are single-use. A digital version can be replayed, expanded, and distributed — while preserving the satisfying tactile mechanics like the decoder wheel.

Approach

Engine: Unity 2022.3 LTS, C#
Core systems: Puzzle engine, inventory, decoder wheel, 3-tier hint system, timer, narrative/dialog
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, WebGL
Art style: 2D, clean and modern
Data-driven: ScriptableObjects for puzzles, items, narrative; JSON for saves

Development Phases

Foundation (project setup, scene management, save/load)
Core systems (inventory, puzzle engine, item interaction)
Exit mechanics (decoder wheel, hints, timer, narrative)
First complete puzzle (integration, testing, playtesting)
Polish & expansion (additional puzzles, audio, cross-platform testing)

Open Questions

First puzzle theme/scenario?
Asset pipeline — self-created or sourced?
Monetization: free + DLC puzzle packs? One-time purchase?
Scope for MVP: how many puzzles before first release?

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