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Puzzle Solver is a Silver trophy / achievement in Crimson Desert awarded for completing every Ancient Ruins puzzle in Pywel. At 37 ruins, it is one of the most demanding collectible categories in the game by puzzle complexity (not volume).

Unlock Conditions

Sharp insight now guides you through any riddle.

What is an Ancient Ruin Puzzle

Each Ancient Ruin is a themed puzzle location. Mechanics vary: lever sequences, weight plates, rune alignment, torch-lighting, disc-of-light puzzles, and Force Palm object puzzles all appear. Some require items, abilities, or story progress before they can be solved.

Not to Be Confused with Abyss Puzzles

Puzzle Solver covers Ancient Ruins specifically. The 40 Abyss puzzles are a separate category tied to the Gold trophy Conqueror of the Abysses. Expect to solve both sets for the platinum.

Planning Tips

• Some ruins require specific traversal gear or story progress. Revisit partially-completed ruins mid-to-late game after you unlock more skills.

• Blinding Flash is essential for discovering hidden ruin entrances.

• Puzzles are not missable; everything can be cleared after the main story.

Related Trophies

Puzzle Solver is one of the nine exploration subcategories that make up Expert Explorer.

See Also

• Ancient Ruins and Their Puzzles

• Ancient Ruins Solutions

• Expert Explorer

Usage Notes

Puzzle Solver is a quick-reference topic for Crimson Desert. Use the tables and linked pages here to confirm the item's role, then follow the related pages for the broader route, recipe chain, or progression system.