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Puzzle Clue Dependency Mapper

Map clue prerequisites, reveal parallel puzzle branches and estimate the earliest completion path for an escape-room outline.

Unlock sequenceCompare scenariosCSV & printable report

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Settings & assumptions

Puzzle clues

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02 / RESULTS

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A dependency timing model with unlimited parallel solving. It does not generate puzzle content or predict actual player skill.

How to use Puzzle Clue Dependency Mapper

Explore the worked example. Give each clue an ID, prerequisite list and estimated solve time to see which branches can unlock in parallel.
Replace the puzzle clues with your own entries. Set .
Choose “Map the unlock sequence”. Review unlock sequence, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

A starting point

Give each clue an ID, prerequisite list and estimated solve time to see which branches can unlock in parallel. The example is illustrative and can be replaced.

Know what you are comparing

Can a clue depend on itself or an unknown clue?

No. Unknown prerequisite IDs and circular dependencies are rejected. Use a dash for a clue with no prerequisites.

Files, privacy & saving

Calculations run locally in a browser worker. Input CSV files use the column names in the downloadable template and keep your current settings. Projects restore inputs and up to four scenarios. Imports are limited to 1 MiB and 100 entries. There is no automatic saving. Public pages include advertising and optional analytics; see our privacy policy.

CSV exports contain the entire selected table. JSON and printable HTML reports include all result tables; open the report and use your browser’s Print command for PDF.

Using Puzzle Clue Dependency Mapper

Map clue prerequisites, reveal parallel puzzle branches and estimate the earliest completion path for an escape-room outline.

Explore the worked example. Give each clue an ID, prerequisite list and estimated solve time to see which branches can unlock in parallel.
Replace the puzzle clues with your own entries. Set .
Choose “Map the unlock sequence”. Review unlock sequence, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

Example

Give each clue an ID, prerequisite list and estimated solve time to see which branches can unlock in parallel.

Questions & answers

Can a clue depend on itself or an unknown clue?

No. Unknown prerequisite IDs and circular dependencies are rejected. Use a dash for a clue with no prerequisites.

Can I compare and save alternative plans?

Yes. Capture up to four calculated scenarios, restore their inputs and save them in a project JSON file. There is no automatic saving.

How do I bring in my own entries?

Download the CSV template, retain its column names and replace the example rows. Imports are limited to 100 entries and 1 MiB. A saved project also restores settings.

What should I check before using the result?

A dependency timing model with unlimited parallel solving. It does not generate puzzle content or predict actual player skill.