Search For The Needle Chapters
Two official places, two different hunts — Farmhouse (Chapter 1) and Basement (Chapter 2) with separate place IDs and goals.
Search For The Needle currently lists two official places on Roblox: Chapter 1 (FARMHOUSE) and Chapter 2 (BASEMENT). Each chapter is a separate play space within the same Roblox universe, with its own map geometry, goal, and needle. This hub covers the official place IDs, how the chapters differ, and what to expect from each.
The video above from the RoboLibrary community walkthrough shows Chapter 2 puzzle mechanics. The search-for-the-needle.wiki community wiki maintains preparation notes for both chapters.
Chapter 1 — Farmhouse
Place ID: 108628039999641
The Farmhouse is the launch map and default spawn for every new player. It is the tutorial map, the starting zone, and the location of the original hay pile, shop, and NPCs. The needle goal here is the classic find-the-hidden-needle loop: clear hay until the needle underneath the pile becomes visible.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | FARMHOUSE |
| Place ID | 108628039999641 |
| Map type | Tutorial / launch |
| Goal | Find the needle in 1,000,000 hay |
| Badge | Found the Needle! |
| Status | Permanent — does not expire |
Chapter 2 — Basement
Place ID: 83445806734780
The Basement is the confirmed second map for Search For The Needle, listed as a story chapter. Chapter 2 changes the game from a hay-hunting loop into a puzzle-solving escape. Players must find a key and solve puzzles to complete the chapter.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | BASEMENT |
| Place ID | 83445806734780 |
| Map type | Story chapter |
| Goal | Escape the basement by finding the key |
| Mechanics | 3-4 puzzles required to complete |
| Status | Permanent — does not expire |
Note: In-game UI may mislabel this chapter as “3” even though Roblox place listings confirm it is Chapter 2.
How chapters differ
| Aspect | Chapter 1 Farmhouse | Chapter 2 Basement |
|---|---|---|
| Goal | Find needle in haystack | Escape basement via key and puzzles |
| Mechanics | Collect, sell, upgrade, search | Puzzle-solving, key hunt |
| Map structure | Farm exterior, hay pile, barn | Interior basement rooms |
| Completion badge | Found the Needle! | Separate Chapter 2 badge |
| Relation to Chapter 1 | Independent — separate place ID | Independent — separate place ID |
Progress and persistence
Cash and shop upgrades are per-session in both chapters. Gems, earned through clearing the map, login bonuses, and codes, persist between sessions. Class spins at the lobby Classes booth are independent of chapter selection.
Whether chapter-specific progress (badges, completion) carries between Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 depends on how the developer built the save system. Confirm in-session before assuming.
How to access Chapter 2
Chapter 2 is a separate Roblox place. To play it:
- Open the Basement place directly: https://www.roblox.com/games/83445806734780
- Or find it through the in-game chapter select if available
- Progress in Chapter 1 does not unlock Chapter 2 — they are separate places
Preparation before Chapter 2
No mandatory preparation tasks are confirmed. Recommended:
- Complete the Farmhouse loop at least once — understand the base collect-sell-upgrade-search cycle
- Have cash reserves — new chapters may have new shop rows
- Understand the Gem system — Gems fund class spins at the lobby booth
- Join the group — for update shouts when new content drops
Related pages
- Chapter 2 Basement Guide — detailed walkthrough and puzzle solutions
- Updates Hub — latest patch notes and chapter status
- Farmhouse Walkthrough — how to clear Chapter 1
- Tier List — shop upgrade priorities for both chapters
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Search For The Needle questions.
What are the place IDs for each chapter?
Chapter 1 (Farmhouse): 108628039999641. Chapter 2 (Basement): 83445806734780. Both are confirmed official Roblox places under the same universe.
What is the goal in Chapter 2 Basement?
Escape the basement by finding the key. Unlike Chapter 1's hay-hunting loop, Chapter 2 is a puzzle-solving experience requiring 3-4 puzzles to complete.
Do chapters share progress?
Cash and shop upgrades reset per session in both chapters. Gems and class spins persist. Chapter-specific badges and completion may or may not carry between chapters depending on the save system.
Is Chapter 2 a limited-time event?
No. Chapter 2 is a permanent story chapter with its own place ID. It does not expire like the Alien Event (September 5-15, 2026).
How do I access Chapter 2?
Open https://www.roblox.com/games/83445806734780 directly, or use the in-game chapter select. Chapter 1 progress does not unlock Chapter 2 — they are independent places.