Surviving Starts With Reading, Not Reacting
The fastest way to lose a life is to move before you understand the instruction. In Death Order: Simon Says, a calm player can outlast faster players simply by reading the full message and using the available countdown.
A command only requires action when it begins with “Simon says.” If the game tells you to jump, crouch, sit, or move without that phrase, doing it can eliminate you. Pause briefly, identify the exact wording, then act with enough time left to recover from a misclick.
| Command type | Best response | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| “Simon says jump” | Jump before the timer ends | Waiting until the final instant |
| “Jump” | Stay still until the timer ends | Jumping from habit |
| “Simon says sit down” | Sit promptly, then remain calm | Moving again unnecessarily |
| “Simon says don’t move” | Release movement controls immediately | Turning or repositioning late |
| “Prepare for obby” | Wait for the actual start instruction | Beginning the obstacle course early |
Do not treat every announcement as a race. The full timer is part of the challenge, and using it gives you time to see what other players do, confirm the command, and avoid copying a bad reaction.
Position Yourself Before Events Begin
Your location matters as much as your command accuracy. The prison can become chaotic when bombs, monsters, armed players, and event objectives appear. A good position gives you room to react without getting trapped by a crowd.
The basement is often a strong defensive area because it separates you from activity on upper floors. Learn its entrances, open spaces, and hiding areas during quieter moments. Do not wait until a dangerous event starts to figure out how to reach it.
| Location | Strength | Risk | When to use it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basement | More room and fewer crowds | Can take time to reach | Bombs, monsters, and general chaos |
| Near stairs | Quick access between floors | Players may block the route | When you need a flexible escape |
| Cafeteria | Easy to find during food events | Crowded and disruptive | Required objectives only |
| Your cell area | Useful for bed and cell-light commands | Easy to get boxed in | When a command specifically sends you there |
| Open hallway | Clear sightlines | Exposed to hazards | Short-term movement between objectives |
Try to maintain an escape route whenever possible. Stairs are especially valuable because they let you change floors quickly, drop away from danger, or reach the basement before a crowd fills the path.
A useful positioning routine is:
- Stay close enough to stairs that you can reach them quickly.
- Avoid standing directly in doorways, narrow corners, or packed groups.
- Learn the path from common event areas to your cell and the basement.
- Keep enough stamina for emergencies instead of sprinting constantly.
- Move toward objectives early, but avoid arriving so early that you become trapped.
Handle Major Events With a Simple Plan
Each event asks for a different kind of decision. Your goal is not to make the flashiest play; it is to reduce the number of ways another player, hazard, or mistaken command can remove you.
During a bomb event, do not blindly chase the nearest player. If you have the bomb, use stairs and changes in elevation to create surprise opportunities. A player moving between floors may not see you until you are close. If you are being pursued, dropping toward the basement can be effective because the fall creates distance and some pursuers will not follow.
| Event | Priority | Reliable approach |
|---|---|---|
| Bomb | Create or deny close contact | Use stairs, watch corners, and avoid predictable routes |
| Monster or dangerous NPC | Keep distance and sightlines | Head toward open basement space or a known hiding spot |
| Gun given to a player | Avoid the line of fire | Break sightlines and do not cluster with targets |
| Bounty on a player | Preserve your own survival | Do not rush into a crowd just for the bounty |
| Cell light event | Find your numbered cell quickly | Learn your cell number and switch only when instructed |
| Go to bed | Reach the correct bed efficiently | Save stamina and avoid detours |
Other players are often the hidden danger. They can push, punch, block a doorway, lead a threat into your path, or cause you to misread what is happening. Keeping a little space around yourself gives you more time to turn, jump, or retreat.
That does not mean you should ignore every player. Watch where groups move after an announcement; their movement can reveal a destination. Just do not trust the crowd’s reaction as proof that an action is correct. A dozen players can all be wrong about whether Simon said the command.
Win More Challenges and Make Better Choices
Obstacle courses become much easier once you treat them as practice instead of a surprise. Vote for obby events when voting is available, then use each run to learn timing, jumps, and common failure points. Familiarity turns a stressful challenge into a consistent survival opportunity.
Doors challenges reward patience. If you do not have solid information about a safe door, standing still briefly and watching the situation can be better than running through the first opening. Panic makes players choose quickly; patience lets you see which choices succeed or fail.
| Challenge or decision | Better habit | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Obby vote | Choose obbies when you want practice | Repetition builds reliable movement skills |
| Obby start | Read whether you are preparing or beginning | Prevents early movement eliminations |
| Door choice | Observe before committing when possible | Avoids panic decisions |
| Last-person objective | Run immediately after confirming the wording | These events punish hesitation |
| Floor objective | Know the building layout | Prevents losing time searching for the right level |
| Food or lunch period | Refill without joining a crowd fight | Keeps you ready while limiting risk |
Use quiet periods to improve your map knowledge. Find the cafeteria route, identify floor labels, remember where your bed is, and confirm your cell number. These small details matter when an instruction gives you only seconds.
You should also avoid unnecessary fights. Pushing and brawling may feel entertaining, but they can waste stamina, pull attention toward you, and leave you in the wrong location when the next command appears. Survival is usually more valuable than a short-lived advantage.
FAQ
What are the best death order simon says tips for beginners?
Start by reading every command fully before moving. Act only when the instruction includes “Simon says,” use the timer instead of panicking, and stay near an escape route such as stairs. Learn the basement and your cell location early, since both can become important during sudden events.
Is the basement always safe?
No area is completely safe, but the basement can be a useful place to gain distance from crowded upper floors and dangerous events. Learn its hiding spots and exits so you do not enter it without a plan.
Should I stay with other players?
Usually, keep some distance. Groups can block movement, attract monsters, cause accidental hits, and make it harder to see hazards. Watch other players for clues, but make your own decision based on the exact instruction.
How do I survive a bomb event?
Stay near stairs, avoid obvious routes, and keep moving with purpose rather than panic. If you are carrying the bomb, wait for a close opportunity instead of chasing wildly. If someone is pursuing you, changing floors or dropping toward the basement can create space.
Why do players die during obby events before the course starts?
They often confuse a preparation message with the instruction to begin. Read the event text carefully and do not move onto the course until the game clearly tells you to complete it.