Day 1: 0 solvers, 1st hint added to clarify the rules a bit.
Day 2: 0 solvers. 2nd hint added, a major one, I believe.
Day 3: 2 solvers! 3rd hint already posted earlier. Adding only one small clarification.
Day 4: 1 solver. Added an all-revealing hint as nobody seems to be trying anymore.
Day 5: 10 solvers! Whew! Maybe my first puzzle won't be such a failure after all. But no more hints, sorry!
Day 6: 2 solvers. Let's see if somebody else will try on the last day.
Day 7: 1 solver which makes it 16 altogether. No too bad, not too bad at all.
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-_-
Those puzzles are getting harder and harder.
Have a bump.
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I felt thrilled for noticing a "pattern" in these words.... then immediately realised it put me no closer to finding the solution ;) Have a bump anyway!
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There surely is a pattern! I decided to make it more visible. I intend to post hints later to make it gradually easier to solve. Or actually not to solve, as it isn't really a puzzle, it's a game to play! ;)
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The game is on my wishlist, but I don't even attempt puzzles (I'm the worst!) so have a bump instead!
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First time in this type of puzzle. What is the objective here? Is the url hidden in this "mess" or something?
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The goal is to "assemble" a five-character code which you will use to access the giveaway.
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So do we send you the code and you send us the url?
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You use it in the usual giveaway link: https://www.steamgifts.com/giveaway/?????/
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You don't need to put the title in the url, just the five characters and a / are enough.
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I will finally solve it ! ... well maybe not
Have a bump with thanks anyway ! :)
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I'm lost. I see a general pattern, not sure how you only end up with 5 characters. Bump~ ; A ;
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Im determined to get this!
Bump!
EDIT: okay i had a mini breakthrough, but I'm not sure how I should go about it.
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Easy puzzle, thanks for Train Simulator 2016 with all DLCs!
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Damn, this is tough. I think I might have had the same breakthrough as Fairest, but again, not sure what to do
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I added another tiny clarification to my first hint. Will post my second hint tonight. But if you already recognized what the puzzle stands for, just proceed as you normally would. It may help to use the internet for a bit of practice and observation.
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What do you mean with "It may help to use the internet for a bit of practice and observation."? -.-
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It's all a game which you need to play. If you're not sure how exactly to play it, the internet may help you. But of course, you first need to find out which game it is.
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OH MY GOSH I JUST HAD AN EPIPHANY THAT I NEED TO CHECK
EDIT: I HAVE A LEAD, AND I FIGURED OUT THE GAME
EDIT#2: Could you clarify on the position? Like, the position we see them on the puzzle?
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also bear in mind that the defining (leftmost) character of each step will always appear in the middle (and in the same position as you see it written).
After playing I can just see 2 clear characters (1st and 4th), the rest look confusing, so I stopped trying.
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In my next hint I will clarify what the outcome should look like. Don't forget that some characters might be lower case or numbers.
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When you put the name of the game in google and try any of the links, you will see that the rules for the behaviour of the characters are always the same. The only difference is that in my puzzle they first appear in the "standing" position (as they are written).
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OH MY GOD SUCH A BREAKTHROUGH I THINK I HAVE IT HOLD THE GODDAMN PHONE
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No clue to what "game" you're alluding to or how to search for it, but have this bump for being creative :)
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Thank you, kind sir. Come back later for more hints.
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Im pretty sure I know what game we are talking about...but that hasnt led me to anything resembling a code yet xD
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Pretty sure I get all the instructions but I get an unreadable mess
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I posted my 3rd hint earlied than planned to keep you guys going. I hope this will help you correct any mistakes... Also checked the whole puzzle again and everything fits.
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also feel free to add me on Steam if you feel you're on the right track but get stuck
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Trumpets blaring, angels singing Hallelujah! It's a great relief to have a solver finally :). Congrats!
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I'll have to keep trying when I get back from the store. Honestly, I don't feel I know this game at all.
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Congrats to the second solver! Glad you liked it.
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Bump for solved, nickchanger! Clever and original puzzle, good job!
I wish all the other successful solvers good luck and to everyone else - this puzzle is definitely solvable. I cannot imagine any better activity after returning from the holidays than solving a puzzle rewarding my several-hours-long-effort with the game I already have in my Steam library :-D.
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Amazing, three solvers already! Thanks and congrats, glad you enjoyed it.
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Bump for a new hint. Still only one entry in the giveaway. Come on, guys, we all know I need at least five!
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oh I feel kinda silly for not realizing what the game was sooner, however I really haven't played the game since I was 5. Once I get home I'll work out the puzzle.
EDIT: nvm i'll do it in the morning. I just tried 3 times and I kept messing up and I'm pretty sure it's due to the fact that it's 1am and I need sleep.
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I'm glad you keep trying! It is a little bit tricky but certainly solvable if you use all the information you have. Add me on steam if you get stuck.
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I sent an invite though I'm not sure when you'll be up to see it. I have redone this puzzle 7 times and finally got to a point it fits with the info, but I'm not seeing anything. I'm unsure if I'm just oblivious or if I somehow did it wrong again.
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THE GAME:
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter (lvl 1+; closed)
THE PUZZLE:
s WAS
s WS
o AAS
J DDS
J WWDS
J AS
I AAS
L S
z WS
z WAAS
I AAS
J WWWS
L WWDS
o AAS
J WAS
z DS
I AAS
I DS
o S
J AS
J WWAAS
I WAS
THE HINTS:
THE SOLUTION:
http://i.imgur.com/Rplw5W9.png?1
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