Rooms & Exits level guide
Rooms & Exits Level 1 Walkthrough
Chapter 1's opening level — a small blue-walled room with a checkered tile floor, a locked door, and a wall-mounted key-shaped slider puzzle that guards the exit key.
Board Notes
- Layout
- A compact room with pale blue walls and checkered tiles. A wooden bookshelf stands against one wall, a worn couch sits opposite, and a frosted window lets in dim light. The locked exit door is on the far wall, and a wall panel conceals a slider puzzle.
- Goal
- Find the key hidden behind the slider puzzle panel and use it to unlock the exit door.
Quick Tips for Rooms & Exits Level 1 (spoiler-free)
- Search the bookshelf thoroughly — the bolt cutters are tucked near the lower shelves.
- The slider puzzle forms a key silhouette; work from the handle down to the teeth.
- If the board feels stuck, look for the color with the cleanest path and use that to regain space.
How to Solve Rooms & Exits Level 1 — Full Solution
- Search the bookshelf and nearby surfaces to find the bolt cutters and a glass jar.
- Use the bolt cutters to remove the obstruction blocking the wall panel.
- Solve the key-shaped slider puzzle by arranging the tiles into a key silhouette.
- Retrieve the key from the opened compartment and use it on the locked door to escape.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- The bolt cutters blend into the dark shelf area — tap around the lower bookshelf carefully.
- Trying to brute-force the slider puzzle without recognizing the key shape wastes time; look at the outline guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the bolt cutters in Level 1?
Check the bookshelf area closely — they are near the lower shelf, partially hidden against the dark wood.
How do I solve the slider puzzle?
The goal is to slide the tiles until they form a key shape. Start by positioning the handle piece at the top, then align the shaft and teeth below.