Holiday Hijinks #2: The Independence Incident

About this board game

Holiday Hijinks #2: The Independence Incident is an escape-room-style puzzle game for 1–4 players that takes about 60 minutes to solve. Using just 18 cards and a companion website, your group must unravel a mystery involving a priceless American treasure.

Your peaceful visit to a national history museum is suddenly interrupted by a warning: a ruthless gang is closing in, and something important is in danger. With the clock ticking, investigate the secrets hidden within the nation’s landmarks and determine what is really happening.

The Independence Incident presents a series of puzzles that can challenge your perception, wordplay, and lateral thinking. English language fluency is required, and every solution helps guide your progress through the adventure.

• 18-card escape-room experience
• For 1–4 players
• Approximately 60 minutes of play
• Difficulty rated 3 out of 3
• Companion website compatible with smartphones and computers

When you solve a puzzle, enter the answer on the companion website. If it is correct, the site tells you which card or cards to take next. If you get stuck, a graduated hint system provides assistance while helping you avoid revealing too much.

The system is non-destructive, so writing on the cards is optional. Although a group cannot replay the game, it can pass The Independence Incident on to another group for their own attempt. Released in 2021, this compact Holiday Hijinks adventure is designed for a focused hour of mystery-solving and discovery.