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Anatomy of a Puzzle Experience: Measuring the “Aha!” Moment

May 28, 2021 Brian Gondek 0

I’ve been putting together a whitepaper on the mathematics behind what makes a puzzle fun to solve. What started as a simple model has evolved into something more akin to a PhD thesis, so I’m going to slow down and outline a few of the basics of the experience of solving a puzzle.

The Mission

In 2018, I solved an escape room in each of the 50 states, plus Canada and Washington DC.

Currently, I’m developing new puzzle-oriented projects while continuing to travel and experience puzzles around the world.

Over the course of these few years, I’ve encountered many interesting people and puzzles, and I’m using this blog to share my stories.

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