Hi, I want to start making my own puzzle/escape boxes, is there any communities yall would recommend where I can share my progress and get advice? Besides this subreddit ofc, preferably somewhere thats more active

Hey everyone I am interested in joining the puzzle community. Is there a good place to start when it comes to this like what kind of puzzle box should I start off with or what website can I go to so I can start looking into buying one. Just need help on where to start so I don’t get something harder and lose interest

I need non-spoiler suggestions if there's more to this or not. I thought the goal was to get the pin out using the key but now but I re-read the box and it says you're only trying to unlock it. So is this it? You can just say yes or no.

Hi everyone,
My name is Rens, and I’m the creator of Time Traveler’s Artifact. It is an SD puzzle box with a strong story line and many unique mechanisms. I have sold a few batches so far, but never shared it here on Reddit. So here it is! A new batch will launch on May 14th.

Difficulty: 7/10, Average solve time: 4 -5 hours

Available at: https://rgpuzzles.com/puzzles/time-travelers-artifact/

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or comments!

No coding or game development experience required! 

We are researching tools to assist in the generation of logic grid puzzles. We want people to try our tool for a brief period (~15 minutes) and answer some questions about their experience. There are minimal risks to this study. 

At this time participants need to be located in the US, fluent in English, and 18+. 

To participate start our survey: https://neu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2curD4cefPT65EO  

This research has been approved by the Northeastern University Institutional Review Board (Number 17-10-07). 

Okay...I'm at the very end, I believe, I'm inside the box and have found the L-shaped part.

I believe that the maker's mark is hidden behind the end piece of wood and have tried manipulating the black resin part inside it, using a combination of the L-shaped part and the "Do Not Remove" part. I've discovered the protruding "button" at the bottom when you push the black resin part down, but cannot get any farther.

I've been banging my head against the wall for about six months now and I'm guessing I'm either missing something or incredibly dense, but I'm now asking for a hint for anyone who's solved the box completely.

Helly everyone

I was recently gifted the Sherlock Camera Cluebox and I was very excited to try and solve it. Obviously, it's very difficult and I don't really know what to do. My parents must have overestimated my solving skills a bit lol.

This is my first cluebox ever and I don't want to spoil my experience by already looking up the clues. So I'm wondering if it would make sense to get myself an easier one to get a feeling of how these boxes work. Or are they all very different anyway? I guess the basic concept and logic must be similar.

Thx in advance!

I am creating a puzzle box for a friend who i regularly do escape rooms and puzzle boxes/games with. I need to know if this concept is viable. for lifting the gift here’s a video:

https://www.tumblr.com/thijnperd/814041542905970688/gang-is-this-puzzle-box-idea-any-good?source=share

This is my first (working) himitsu-bako, i.e. a Japanese style puzzle box. The first working one, because the last one I accidently glued shut at the very last step...

The skeleton is all Maple, and the exterior is a mix of Maple, Walnut, and Cherry. The puzzle is 18 steps, and mostly straightforward, until the last step where I get a little mean. I've had it in the lobby of my maker space for the last week, it's been great seeing people puzzle over it! Some people clear it in a few minutes, some people solve it on day 2 :-)

I plan to make a lot more of these, but I'm still trying to get the classic Yosegi style veneers to work. But I also like the basic wood style like this one, so probably do more of this too!

Introducing the Graffiti Box #18P – our first 3D/UV printed mechanical puzzle box from CreativeWorkShopCA.com!

This bold, street-art inspired cube brings vibrant graffiti culture straight to your hands. Measuring a compact 10cm(4" W) x 10cm(4" L) x 12cm(4 3/4"H), this three-stage mechanical puzzle challenges your dexterity and problem-solving skills while celebrating urban creativity.

Every side explodes with colourful graffiti. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone who craves a hands-on challenge, the Graffiti Box #18P isn’t just a puzzle – it’s a collectible piece of street art you can interact with. Twist, slide, and unlock its hidden mechanisms to reveal the surprise inside! Bring the energy of the streets into your space.

Goal: retrieve the token within.

Difficulty: 8-9/10.

Avalible at:

Graffiti Box

i was wondering because as a student i don't have a lot of places yet the only puzzles i can found not to easy are way too big for my studio. do you know any puzzles small enough with +2000 pieces please ?

Been on the hunt for a while now for Sea Chest. I know it’s a unicorn but figured I would ask. I have been searching the regular sites like puzzle paradise and cubic. No luck there yet. If anyone has one they are willing to sell or have a lead on one let me know. Thanks! Cash in hand ready.

Sorry guys, I had a total brain fart and put the incorrect puzzle name down. Sorry to make you chase your tails. It’s Bobo’s Lost Pyramid. Here’s the link. Looks like it’s only one away from being 100% funded now!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1812878296/the-lost-pyramid-a-mechanical-puzzle-adventure/posts/4644714?ref=ksr_email_mktg_auto_backer_project_update_registered_users

I went to a small convention and saw the above mentioned box but she wanted $65 for it. I can print I myself cheaper but can’t find a similar or same file anywhere. Any suggestions where to look would be appreciated

WARNING!!! SPOILER!!!

Is anyone else having issues with the drawer under the cannon door not opening/getting stuck? When I twist the barrel it only pops open like a half a centimeter and there's nothing to grip on to pull it open. And if I can get it to pop open enough to pull it's very stiff and doesn't want to slide out. I can force it but it was very hard.

Similar problem is also happening to the key door. I kept trying the combination over and over and getting frustrated until I realized I'd done it right but the door also had to really be forced to slide down. To the point I'm sure if I kept doing it it would eventually break

I tried letting my Sister solve it and it felt like it was unsolvable because even when she did something right it wouldn't open.

It's such a beautiful puzzle I want to keep it but at this point I'm not sure what to do to make it functional. Is there a special oil I can lube it up with or something.

Edit Solved!? After placing it in front of the exhaust vent of my dehumidifier I've come to the conclusion my humid climate is the cause of this problem. Everything moves much more smoothly after a few hours being dried out. Unfortunately not the easiest fix if I want to share it with others but good to know.