How to Solve the Train Track and Plank Puzzles in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead

Key Takeaways:

1. The train track puzzle in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead requires quick thinking, silence, and precise movements to avoid attracting monsters.
2. The forest area introduces a plank puzzle that tests players’ problem-solving skills while managing Alex’s asthma and staying stealthy.
3. Successfully completing these puzzles within time limits unlocks valuable achievements like the “A Jump From The Window” trophy.

Fans of the A Quiet Place movie franchise are in for a treat with the release of A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, a horror game that captures the tension and fear of being hunted by monsters that rely on sound to track their prey. The game stays true to the essence of the movies, where silence is survival, and making even the smallest noise can have deadly consequences.

Among the intense moments in the game, there are a few key puzzles that can trip up even experienced players. Two of the more challenging ones are the train track puzzle in the forest area and the plank puzzle, both requiring careful navigation and stealth. If you’ve been struggling with these, don’t worry I’ve got your back. In this guide, we’ll break down the steps you need to take to solve these puzzles without getting caught, and maybe even unlock a trophy or two along the way.

The Train Track Puzzle in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead

One of the first puzzles you’ll encounter in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is the train track puzzle, set in the eerie and tense forest level. The goal here is simple you need to cross a gap between train tracks using a wooden plank. But as you’ve likely already experienced, nothing in this game is that easy. Not only do you need to complete the puzzle quickly (under 3 minutes and 30 seconds), but you also have to do it while staying absolutely quiet. One wrong move, a creak in the floor, or a loud drop of an object could summon the terrifying monsters to your location.

Here’s the step-by-step breakdown of how to solve the train track puzzle:

Step 1: Locate the Wooden Plank

After navigating the forest section, you’ll come across a red train signal and a gap between the tracks. You’ll quickly realize there’s no way to cross the gap without something to bridge it. What you need is a wooden plank.

• Head to the garden house beside the train tracks and go around to the back of the house.
• Enter the house through a hole in the wall. Once inside, you’ll need to unlock the bolt on the entrance door to create a shortcut for yourself later.
• Climb over the wall to the left of the entrance door and grab the keys off the table. These keys will be useful soon.

Step 2: Unlock the Gate and Retrieve the Plank

With the keys in hand, make your way back outside the house. You’ll need to stay quiet here, as the area is littered with objects that can easily make noise and alert the monsters.

• Unlock the chain-linked gate using the keys you picked up earlier.
• Move forward and take a right. You’ll need to climb over some boxes and head back into the house through a different entrance.
• Inside, you’ll find the plank next to a wall. Before picking it up, make sure to use your inhaler carrying the plank makes Alex’s asthma act up, so you’ll need to manage this carefully.
• Place the plank over the gap in the living area to cross through and grab it again once you’re on the other side.

Step 3: Cross the Train Track Gap

Now that you’ve got the plank, it’s time to cross the gap between the train tracks.

• Exit the house through the entrance door and head toward the gap in the train tracks.
• Carefully place the plank between the tracks and cross over to the other side.

If you manage to do all of this under 3 minutes and 30 seconds, you’ll unlock the “A Jump From The Window” trophy. But remember, staying quiet is key, so avoid knocking over items or stepping on noisy surfaces!

The Plank Puzzle in the Forest

As you move deeper into the forest level, you’ll encounter another puzzle involving a wooden plank. While it might seem straightforward, this puzzle introduces an added challenge: Alex’s asthma. As you carry the plank, her condition worsens, and you’ll need to use the inhaler at the right time to avoid being slowed down or, worse, making too much noise and alerting the creatures hunting you.

Here’s how to solve the plank puzzle in the forest:

Step 1: Enter the Building and Find the Key

Once you reach the area with the red strobing light, your next objective is to enter the nearby building. But be careful, as moving through the dust in this area can trigger Alex’s asthma, so you’ll need to be quick.

• Go around to the left side of the building and enter through a broken wall.
• Unlock the door and jump over the yellow markers to reach the next room.
• Inside, you’ll find a key on a table. Grab it and head back out the way you came in. Don’t worry about the plank just yet.

Step 2: Unlock the Gate and Retrieve the Plank

With the key in hand, you can now unlock the gate to progress further.

• Exit the room through the same broken wall and unlock the gate on your right.
• Now, go around the building and jump inside from the back, using the crates to climb over.
• Once inside, you can now grab the plank from the corner of the room.

Step 3: Place the Plank and Cross the Gap

This part of the puzzle is tricky because you’ll need to manage Alex’s asthma while carrying the plank. If she gets too tired, she’ll slow down, making noise and increasing the risk of attracting monsters. So, use the inhaler at the right moment.

• Place the plank in the marked position to cross the gap and grab it again after crossing.
• Carry it to the broken road gap and carefully place it to create a bridge.

Remember, there are two cans on the porch before you reach the gap. Avoid them at all costs, as knocking them over will create noise, and the monsters won’t hesitate to come after you. Once you’ve crossed the gap, you’ll be able to progress to the next section of the forest level.

Managing Alex’s Asthma During Puzzle Solving

A key challenge in both of these puzzles is Alex’s asthma. While the puzzles themselves aren’t overly complicated, they’re made more difficult by the need to keep Alex’s asthma under control. Carrying the plank increases her stress, making her breathing heavier and more Laboured. If you don’t use the inhaler in time, she’ll start to slow down, making more noise, and potentially alerting the monsters lurking nearby.

The key is to use the inhaler strategically. Don’t wait until Alex is completely exhausted use it when you notice her slowing down to avoid creating unnecessary noise. Timing is everything in this game, and properly managing Alex’s condition is crucial to completing these puzzles without any deadly encounters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How do I unlock the “A Jump From The Window” trophy in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead?
A: To unlock this trophy, you need to solve the train track puzzle in under 3 minutes and 30 seconds. The puzzle involves finding a wooden plank and using it to cross a gap between train tracks while remaining quiet to avoid summoning monsters.

Q: What makes the plank puzzle difficult in the forest area?
A: The plank puzzle is tricky because it not only involves finding and placing the plank correctly, but you also need to manage Alex’s asthma condition. Carrying the plank worsens her asthma, which can slow her down and make noise, potentially attracting monsters.

Q: How can I keep Alex quiet while solving puzzles?
A: Avoid knocking over objects, like cans, and manage Alex’s asthma by using the inhaler when necessary. Move quickly but carefully, and try to avoid triggering her condition by staying out of dusty areas for too long.