the amount of hints that are allowed, or the use of hints may enact a type of penalty such as loss of time, depending on the location.

The players "fail" the room if they are unable to complete all of the puzzles within the allotted time, but most escape room operators strive to ensure that their customers have fun even if they don't win. Players may be given different experiences whether they succeed or fail in forms of "good endings" and "bad endings" within the room if they win or fail, respectively. Good endings are usually represented