Unlock! - Short Adventures #13 - The Ascent (EN)

Unlock! - Short Adventures #13 - The Ascent delivers a compact and immersive escape game experience set in a high-altitude rescue mission. Players must work together to solve puzzles and uncover clues before time runs out.

The game uses a deck of cards to represent locations, objects, and challenges. Players explore the environment, combine cards, and solve visual and audio puzzles. The free companion app enhances gameplay by validating actions, providing hints, and creating an immersive atmosphere, making it a fully interactive puzzle game.

Set in the mountains, the story follows a dangerous expedition to find a missing mountaineer. The scenario builds tension through its setting and progression, encouraging teamwork and communication.

The Short Adventures format offers a complete experience in just 30 to 45 minutes, making it ideal for quick sessions or introducing new players. With a medium difficulty level, it provides a balanced challenge that is both accessible and engaging.

Unlock! - The Ascent is perfect for players who enjoy cooperative gameplay, problem-solving, and immersive storytelling. This cooperative game stands out for its accessibility and replayable format.

Fun fact: the Unlock! series helped popularize escape room games at home by combining physical cards with a mobile app, creating a new standard for immersive gameplay.

Designed by Cyril Demaegd and illustrated by Sébastien Orsini, Unlock! is a leading name in narrative and puzzle-based board games.

What you need to play
Free Unlock! app (iOS and Android)
A smartphone or tablet

BOX CONTENTS
30 adventure cards
2 rule cards

Number of players: 1 to 6
Playing time: 30 to 45 minutes
Age: 10+