FAQs
What are Gruzzles?
Gruzzles are mysteries – a museum theft, a puzzling will, an interrupted chess tournament, an initiation into a secret organization. Your best weapon is your brain. To reach a final solution, you will need to solve word ciphers and number puzzles, visual clues and enigmatic messages, and even 3-D constructions.
Are your puzzles murder mysteries?
Gruzzles contain no murders, no violence of any kind, and no gruesome scenarios. They are completely family-friendly.
Are there hints?
Hints and solutions are posted online. Each Gruzzle box contains a secret URL that you can use to access them.
How do I order Gruzzles?
When you sign up and your subscription starts, you’ll receive the Gruzzle that’s currently shipping. If you want to order past Gruzzles, click here.
Why aren’t Gruzzles ranked Easy / Medium / Hard?
Everyone thinks differently; what one person finds hard, another may find easy.
Do I solve a Gruzzle one piece at a time?
Gruzzles are not always linear. The various components of a Gruzzle are often interconnected, and some components may be used more than once. Gruzzles are cleverly designed and rewarding to solve. Gruzzles do not rely on guesswork, but instead use logic and deductive thinking.
Do I need to use the web to solve a Gruzzle?
Just about everything you need is included in a Gruzzle box. If additional items are required, such as scissors or tape, the introductory letter in the box will say so. Most other puzzle companies require you to be online, either on their site or elsewhere, searching for clue-related information. An internet connection is not needed to solve a Gruzzle.
Do I need a computer?
No, you do not need a computer, phone, or tablet to solve a Gruzzle. However, if you need hints, those can be found on this website. And if you need confirmation that your final answer is correct, it too can be found on this website.
How do I manage my subscription?
Once you sign up, you’ll receive a Gruzzle according to the terms of your subscription. Subscriptions automatically renew with these terms. You can cancel a subscription at any time by logging into your account.
Who can play?
Because of the variety of puzzle types in each Gruzzle, there is a benefit to solving a Gruzzle in groups. Gather friends, family, or co-workers. People have different strengths and will see clues differently. Children as young as ten can be great contributors.
How long does it take to solve a Gruzzle?
Some Gruzzles may be done in a few hours. Some might be solved over the course of a few days. Mini Gruzzles usually take 1-2 hours. It all depends on who is on your team and how committed you are to solving without using hints.
How do I sign up?
Gruzzles are sent out every few months. The cost is $30 per Gruzzle, plus tax (if applicable) and shipping. You can order a subscription by clicking right here.
What’s in a Gruzzle box?
Every Gruzzle contains a series of interconnected puzzles in different formats. These could include word ciphers, number puzzles, visual clues, enigmatic messages, and even 3D constructions. A computer is not needed. However, hints and confirmation of your final answer can be found on our website.
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