Hi everyone,

We’re the team behind How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine, a cooperative escape game built around asymmetric gameplay, strong communication, and shared problem-solving. Inspired by titles like We Were Here and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, our mission was to create a game that brings people together, whether they’re seasoned gamers or playing games for the very first time.

The premise of How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine is simple. One player is trapped inside a sinking submarine that’s filled with various puzzles to solve, while the other supports them from the outside with instructions using a free Companion App on their phone. It’s tense, time-limited, and all about communication. To help you dive in, here are five essential tips for escaping with your friendship intact.

1. Communicate Clearly and Listen Closely
Success depends on how well you and your partner talk to each other. Since each player has different parts of the puzzle, sharing what you see and really listening to each other is crucial. Don’t talk over each other – talk to each other.

2. Be Descriptive and Precise
“This thing with the red squiggle” won’t cut it. Your partner can’t see what you see, so the more specific and detailed you are, the better your chances. Clear descriptions = fewer misunderstandings. You can only save the world once you know.

3. Search Everything – No Clue Left Behind
In classic escape room fashion, the devil is in the details. Comb through every screen, prop, or file that’s on the submarine. The Companion App holds vital information, and your in-game surroundings may hide the key to your next move.

4. Pen and Paper are Your Best Friends
Old-school, but effective. Some clues won’t make sense until later, and jotting things down can save you precious minutes when the pressure is on.

5. Don’t Let the Pressure Get to You
Things can get intense, but remember, this is a game about cooperation. If you’re stuck, take a breath, talk it out, or laugh it off. Sometimes, all it takes is a different perspective to crack the code.

I hope that these tips will help you escape from the submarine and save the world, and I hope that our game sparked your interest. Maybe you’ve already got a companion in mind that you want to play with? How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Grab your co-op partner, download the free Companion App, and see if the two of you can make it out in time. Have fun!