Twelve Minutes Puzzle Guide

Solutions to all major puzzles and how to manipulate the time loop.

Medicine Cabinet Puzzle

  • 1The sleeping pills in the medicine cabinet are key to incapacitating the cop.
  • 2Dissolve pills in the mug of coffee or water before the cop arrives.
  • 3Timing is critical -- the drink must be served before the cop becomes aggressive.
  • 4This puzzle unlocks several new loop paths and dialogue options.

Closet & Watch Puzzle

  • 1The pocket watch is hidden inside the bedroom closet behind other items.
  • 2Knowledge of the watch comes from overhearing the cop's accusations.
  • 3Showing the watch to different characters at different times produces unique reactions.
  • 4The watch is required for the Confrontation and Truth loop paths.

Phone Call Timing

  • 1Calling specific numbers at specific moments in the loop creates unique outcomes.
  • 2The emergency number can be called but creates unexpected complications.
  • 3Some phone interactions require having specific items in your inventory.
  • 4Phone conversations reveal information that persists across loops.