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The Ward Hints

Just after my encounter, I can't get beyond the hallway!

  • 1 of 4: There is a light blue panel by the exit door. Click on it the moment you see it. (Don't wait until you actually reach it.)
  • 2 of 4: Quickly enter the last ring combination you used before. (This may take a couple of restores to do it fast enough.)
  • 3 of 4: If your rings are scattered around in your inventory, it may take too many valuable seconds to select them. If you rearrange them before you enter the hallway, they will be grouped together in inventory and easier to grab. You can do this when the aliens give you the opportunity to show them items.
  • 4 of 4: When you finally get through the door, close it by clicking on the green panel next to it.