Players diving into Blue Prince will find an array of hidden secrets and challenging puzzles, including a unique method for determining the in-game time and date. Initially, the game provides a readout of the current Day, which corresponds to the number of attempts made by players, rather than a conventional date format. Furthermore, players must piece together clues to decipher the exact time, as this information is not overtly presented.
To uncover the date and time, players need to locate a concealed note detailing the day Simon commenced his journey at Mt. Holly Estate, alongside identifying clocks scattered across the game world that indicate the current hour. This guide will assist players in navigating these aspects, providing a comprehensive list of clock locations and practical examples to calculate the current date in your gameplay.
How to Determine the Time in Blue Prince
To ascertain the current time in Blue Prince, players have two primary options:
- Venture outside the Mt. Holly Estate and look for a prominent clock tower situated at the entrance’s east side, which will display the current time.
- Explore various rooms within the estate, as many spaces including bedrooms, the Den, Mail Room, Study, Office, and others feature wall clocks or decorative timepieces that players can check.
Every day commences at 8:00 a.m., and it’s important to note that time passes more quickly in the game, approximately five minutes for every hour of real-world time. Players will rely solely on analog clocks to tell the time, as digital clocks are absent in Blue Prince.
Should a time-sensitive event arise—such as unlocking the Time Lock Safe—it becomes crucial to meticulously monitor the clock as you navigate the Estate.
How to Verify the Date in Blue Prince
To find the current date in Blue Prince, players must:
- Draft the Security Room and input the Security Terminal password to gain access to the network.
- Upon logging in, navigate to the menu and select ‘Staff Services’, then find the ‘Staff Announcement’ option.
Calculating the current date involves a simple arithmetic operation: add your current Day count to November 7 and then subtract one (keeping in mind that November 7 marks the first day of the expedition).
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For instance, if you are on Day 8, the date is November 14, as calculated:
- 7 + 8 – 1 = 14
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If you reach Day 15, then the date becomes November 21:
- 7 + 15 – 1 = 21
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On Day 30, you would find the date is December 3:
- Nov 7 (30 Days) + 30 – 1 = Dec 6