Sometimes, you have to go down the wrong path before going down the right path. Literally, you have to, even though you may already know which way is the right way. This is a relative of Stupidity Is the Only Option. The difference is that, instead of the character needing to become an idiot to advance in the game, we're talking about the player. For example, say you need the flamethrower to melt ice cubes. The end of Path A is blocked by ice cubes which you can't melt yet, and Path B leads to the door that allows you to continue on with the game. Examples of Only Idiots May Pass include: