EXIT: The Stormy Flight
Where tactile puzzles and clever design take flight
The Stormy Flight is often described as one of the easier EXIT boxes, and I agree it isn’t the most challenging. But for me, that’s exactly what makes it shine. The lower difficulty allows the design to focus on creativity, flow, and clever use of materials rather than on grinding logic puzzles.
Quick facts
Game: EXIT: The Stormy Flight
Type: One‑time escape room in a box (destructible components)
Players: 1–4
Time: 1-2 hours
Difficulty: Easy
The airplane setting is strong and consistent. Repairing systems mid‑flight ties the puzzles directly to the narrative, and the stormy atmosphere adds urgency without ever feeling forced. It’s one of the EXIT boxes where the theme really grounds the experience.
There are logical puzzles here, but what stood out most were the tactile challenges and a few clever, unexpected designs that use EXIT’s familiar materials in novel ways. The designers clearly had fun experimenting with the standard toolkit of cards, booklets, and props. One standout is a card with a mirror‑like surface, which opens up interesting puzzle possibilities. That mix of tactile engagement plus unexpected twists is what makes this box memorable.
Because the difficulty is lower, the game moves at a steady pace. You’re rarely stuck, and the rhythm of discovery feels satisfying. For newcomers, this box is approachable; for experienced players, it’s a reminder that EXIT can deliver joy through clever design, not just through difficulty.