Untrusted
A roguelike you escape by editing the JavaScript that builds each level, which is considerably more forgiving than it sounds.
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How to get the most from it
Untrusted sits in Escape Rooms under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something clever and brainy.
About this category: Point-and-click puzzle rooms and short adventure games where the entire mechanic is noticing something. Bring patience and a scratch pad.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Untrusted: quick answers
Is Untrusted free?
Yes. Untrusted is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Untrusted?
No. You can use Untrusted without signing up for anything.
Does Untrusted work on a phone?
Not well. We file Untrusted as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Untrusted safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Untrusted take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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