Caesar’s Riches
€110,058
3669% funded
4.8/5 from 564 reviews
Escape room at home · Level 2 of 5
Pharaoh's Secret Puzzle Box
- 30–60 minutes of puzzle fun – ideal for beginners
- Secret compartment for cash, jewelry or a voucher – a gift inside a gift
- Gift-ready in an elegant magnetic box – perfect for Christmas
Included – at no extra cost
Magnetic gift boxIncluded
Secret compartment for your giftIncluded
Step-by-step helpOnline
Play again & againIncluded
- Secure payment
- 30-day returns
- Free spare parts
4.8/5 from 564 reviews
Over €650,000 raised on Kickstarter
Over 40,000 puzzle fans worldwide
Fully assembled – no setup
Gift-ready in a magnetic box
Level 2 of 5 · 30–60 minThe adventure
Open the pharaoh’s burial chamber
Deep inside the box lies the pharaoh’s treasure – hidden behind hieroglyphs, secret compartments and clever wooden mechanisms. Every puzzle you solve takes you one compartment further, until the burial chamber finally opens.
- Decipher hieroglyphs and combine clues
- 148 wooden parts, precision laser-cut and assembled by hand
- No prior knowledge needed – ideal as your first puzzle box
Perfect for ChristmasThe Christmas gift idea
A gift that becomes an experience
First the puzzling, then the amazement: hide a personal surprise in the secret compartment of Pharaoh’s Secret – cash, jewelry, a voucher or a message. A simple present becomes an experience under the Christmas tree that people will talk about for a long time. Thanks to Reset & Replay, the box can then be locked again and given as a gift once more.
- Perfect for Christmas, Secret Santa & birthdays
- Gift-ready in an elegant magnetic box
- For families, couples and groups of friends aged 14+
How it works
Unbox. Solve. Be amazed.
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1
Unbox & start
Your box arrives fully assembled in an elegant magnetic box. No setup, no batteries, no screen.
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2
Solve the puzzles
Each solved puzzle opens the next compartment. 30 to 60 minutes of puzzle fun – solo, as a couple or as a team.
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3
Open the burial chamber
The pharaoh’s treasure awaits in the last compartment – proof that you made it.
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4
Reset & pass it on
Lock the box again, fill it with a surprise and give it as a gift.
Stuck? Our illustrated step-by-step guide gets you moving again anytime.
Backed by puzzle fans
Over €650,000
pledged to our Kickstarter campaigns
Puzzle fans from all over the world made our puzzle boxes possible on Kickstarter – every campaign was funded many times over.
- 5,600+backers
- Up to 3669%of the campaign goal reached
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560% funded
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€131,117
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Latest campaignPirate Treasure, Dragon’s Gate & Heartlock
€145,191
2904% funded
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Amounts as shown on Kickstarter · As of October 2026
Real voices
What puzzle fans say about Pharaoh’s Secret
4.8
from 564 reviews
My first puzzle box – amazing
“I had a fantastic time. This was my first puzzle box of any kind but it was amazing!”
Jerry Fortenberry
Exciting – a mini escape room
“I gave this hand-sized escape room as a gift and it went down really well – especially because you can put it back together and solve it again.”
belle
Perfect for getting started
“Fun puzzle. Good for a first level puzzle box. It is well constructed and never seemed too delicate.”
Joshua D. Fair
A great birthday gift
“Very enjoyable puzzle. My girlfriend got this for me as a birthday gift. Highly recommend.”
Shortened
Paul
Deciphering hieroglyphs is fun
“Fun puzzle, I enjoyed using the letters to decipher which hieroglyphs were correct.”
Aidan Carl
Solved it as a couple
“Well done puzzles, did it with my wife and excited to try and do the Roman-based one next!”
Rambaler
Brilliant mechanisms
“Everything worked perfectly, the mechanisms are brilliantly made and the puzzles are very easy to follow. Really great!”
Martin
Excellent wooden puzzle
“An excellent puzzle to have fun with by yourself or with a friend. Great craftsmanship, nice magnetic box to keep your puzzle safe. Worth the money.”
Shortened
Jose Marrero
Very well made
“Very cleanly made. As stated, the puzzles have an easy difficulty level. It was fun!”
Sebastian Schnetter
The comparison
Like an escape room – but yours to keep
The same thrill, the same aha moments – but at home, with no time pressure, and yours to keep.
Pharaoh’s Secret
Escape room visit
Cost per adventure
€47,90 – for all players
approx. €25–40 per person – for a single game
When & where
At home, whenever you want
Booking & travel
No time pressure
Yes
No
Re-lockable & giftable
Yes
No
Can be filled as a gift
Yes
No
Stays on the shelf as decor
Yes
No
Escape room prices vary by city and provider.
The team behind INSCAPE
By puzzle fans, for puzzle fans
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Aljoscha
Founder
The creative mind behind INSCAPE. He develops the ideas and puzzles for our puzzle boxes.
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Steve
Developer
Among others, he developed Stonehenge’s Legacy, Atlantis Labyrinth and Cosmic Artifact.
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Markus
Designer
He designs our packaging, box artwork and instructions.
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Nikola
CAD engineer
He creates every CAD drawing for the precise laser cutting of our birch wood – every millimeter counts.
“It was important to me that everyone – whether a beginner or a seasoned puzzle lover – has fun solving our puzzle boxes.”
Good to know
FAQ
Is Pharaoh’s Secret suitable for beginners?
Yes – that’s exactly what it’s made for. With a difficulty of 2 out of 5, Pharaoh’s Secret is the ideal introduction to the world of puzzle boxes. No prior knowledge needed – just curiosity and a little patience.
Will it arrive in time for Christmas?
You can see the estimated delivery date for your country right above the buy button. Our tip: order early so the puzzle is under the Christmas tree on time.
How long does it take?
Most puzzle fans need 30 to 60 minutes. You can take a break at any time – there’s no time pressure.
Who is Pharaoh’s Secret for?
For anyone aged 14 and up who loves a good puzzle – solo, as a couple, with friends or as a family (1–4 players). No prior experience needed.
Do I need to assemble anything?
No. Pharaoh’s Secret arrives fully assembled in a magnetic box – unpack and start puzzling right away.
What if I get stuck?
No problem: every box comes with an illustrated step-by-step guide that gets you moving again anytime.
Can I lock the box again and give it as a gift?
Yes. Thanks to Reset & Replay, you can reset every box after solving it. Then fill it with a surprise and give it as a gift.
What if a part breaks?
The wooden parts are about 3 mm thick and checked to strict standards. If a part does break, just contact us – we’ll send you a replacement free of charge, worldwide.
Shipping & returns
We ship worldwide. You’ll see the shipping costs and delivery time for your country at checkout before you buy. Deliveries to the USA have no customs duties or import fees; other countries outside the EU may charge import fees. You can return your order within 30 days.
What’s the story with the coin?
Pharaoh’s Secret contains the first of 8 INSCAPE collectible coins. Once you’ve collected all 8 coins from the INSCAPE coin boxes, they unlock a secret final puzzle.
Technical data & manufacturer information
No assembly needed – your puzzle box arrives fully assembled and ready to play.
Puzzle box dimensions: 11 x 11 x 10.5 cm
Puzzle box weight: 290 g
Magnetic box dimensions: 15.5 x 15.5 x 15.5 cm
Magnetic box weight: 290 g
Total weight: 580 g
Wood: 3.2 mm birch wood
Parts: 148
Players: 1–4
Age: 14+
Item no.: INSCAPE-BOX-001
Manufacturer: INSCAPE BOX GmbH, Am Eichelgärtchen 36b, 56283 Halsenbach, Germany, www.inscape-box.com
Responsible person: INSCAPE BOX GmbH, Am Eichelgärtchen 36b, 56283 Halsenbach, Germany, info@inscape-box.com
More questions? Email us at info@inscape-box.com – we’re happy to help.
Ready for the adventure?
Will you uncover the pharaoh’s secret?
Get Pharaoh’s Secret – fully assembled, gift-ready and with a secret compartment for your personal surprise. For yourself or as a Christmas gift people will talk about for a long time.
€47,90
Including taxes, plus shipping costs
- 30–60 minutes of puzzle fun
- Secret compartment for your gift
- Gift-ready in a magnetic box – ideal for Christmas
Secure payment Free spare parts 30-day returns