EXIT: The Game - Theft on the Mississippi
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 90 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.7 / 5
- Year
- 2019
About the game
EXIT: The Game - Theft on the Mississippi is a cooperative escape-room game for 1-4 players investigating a robbery aboard a Mississippi steamboat. Working together, players decode clues, solve puzzles, and physically manipulate game materials, folding, cutting, or marking cards, to catch the thief before the boat docks in New Orleans. Like other EXIT titles, this is a one-time-use experience that recreates an escape-room feeling at home.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's editors consistently rate the EXIT series highly for delivering genuine escape-room satisfaction in a compact box. This riverboat mystery is a fun, atmospheric entry with clever puzzle design typical of the line. Because it's single-use, it's best suited for groups who haven't played it before and want a self-contained puzzle night.
What we like
- Genuine escape-room puzzle-solving in an accessible board game format.
- Atmospheric riverboat mystery theme with satisfying deduction.
- Works well solo or cooperatively in groups up to 4.
- Clever use of foldable, cuttable materials enhances immersion.
Keep in mind
- Single-use format means no replay value once solved.
- Cutting/marking components can be off-putting for some collectors.
- Puzzle difficulty can occasionally stump groups without hints.
Who it's for
Great for ages 12+ cooperative puzzle fans playing solo or in groups up to 4, best enjoyed once per copy.
