Within the Parlor room in Blue Prince, you'll encounter the intriguing Parlor Game, a puzzle involving three distinct boxes, each bearing a statement. To claim the reward, you must deduce which box contains the Gems by identifying the true and false statements on each. This guide explains the mechanics of the Parlor Game, offers crucial tips for solving it, and will be updated with all discovered puzzle combinations and their solutions.
Upon entering the Parlor room, you'll always find three boxes situated on separate pedestals. Their colors are consistent:
On a nearby desk, you'll find a note explaining the fundamental rules of the game. You'll also acquire a Wind-Up Key from the desk, which is the specific key required to unlock the box you choose. Regular Keys will not work on these Parlor Game boxes.
The core rules of the Three Boxes puzzle are as follows:
Your objective in the Blue Prince Parlor Game is to determine which box contains the Gems, not necessarily which box is telling the truth. Remember that more than one box can potentially have a true statement. To solve this, you must employ your lateral thinking skills and powers of deduction to analyze the statements and identify the box holding the reward.
Successfully solving the Parlor Game puzzle in its base version will always reward you with 2x Gems.
Upgraded versions of the Parlor room might offer a greater number of Gems or even a different reward entirely, although this has not yet been definitively confirmed.
While there can be numerous combinations of statements on the boxes, all Parlor Game puzzles can be solved using the information provided within those statements. Here are some helpful tips to guide your deduction process:
Analyze Each Statement Individually: Carefully read and consider the implication of each statement on all three boxes.
Look for Self-Referential Statements: Some statements might refer to the box they are on or the statements on other boxes. These are often key to unraveling the truthfulness of the statements.
Consider the Rules: Always keep the three core rules in mind: at least one true box, at least one false box, and only one box with the Gems.
Try Hypothetical Scenarios: If you're unsure, try assuming one box contains the Gems and see if the truthfulness of the statements on all three boxes aligns with the rules. Then, try assuming a different box holds the Gems and repeat the process. The scenario that satisfies all three rules is likely the correct one.
Identify Contradictions: Look for statements that directly contradict each other. This can help you determine which statements must be false or true.
The "Only One Prize" Rule is Crucial: Remember that only one box holds the Gems. If your analysis leads to a scenario where more than one box would logically contain the prize, then your initial assumptions are incorrect.
Take a Break if Stuck: If you find yourself struggling with a particular puzzle, step away from it and explore other parts of the manor. Returning to the puzzle later with a fresh perspective can often lead to a breakthrough. Similar to tackling a difficult boss fight after a break, you might be surprised at how much clearer the riddle becomes.
The article indicates that a list of all discovered Parlor Game/three-box puzzle combinations and their solutions will be updated as more of Blue Prince is explored. Since I do not have access to this external, evolving list, I cannot provide specific solutions here.
Your approach to solving the Parlor Game should involve:
By following these tips and diligently analyzing the statements, you will be well-equipped to solve the Parlor Game puzzle in Blue Prince and claim your reward of 2x Gems. Remember to check for updated solution lists as the community discovers more combinations.