The NeighborSteal and EscapeEscape roomIRLWe had 5 of us. Good number for all the puzzles. Great time was had by all.
The Lost ExpeditionSteal and EscapeEscape roomIRLYou pay for 60 minutes. We needed more puzzles. It was great otherwise.
Black and White CafeMindFox EscapeEscape roomIRLThis group does it right. Attention to detail is awesome.
Moriarty's ManorMindFox EscapeEscape roomIRLThey run a tight ship at MindFox. But they are very friendly, respectful and the room does not disappoint. We loved it. New puzzles and old school.
Vendetta 15 [prev. Villains Vendetta]Exodus Escape Room - Anaheim Hills, CAEscape roomIRLThis is my number two all-time favorite location because all three rooms were excellent. I’ve been to other escape rooms where one of the rooms really stands out, but it’s rare when they all do. All three rooms were different and challenging for different reasons but really well maintained, clean, in great working order. Can’t say enough about the host Chad as well. Very enthusiastic and eager to make our experience the best it can be. We are veterans and had enough challenge without it being unreasonable. This would be number 3 of the 3 for me but still a fantastic room.
ElixirExodus Escape Room - Anaheim Hills, CAEscape roomIRLThis is my favorite room of the three rooms at this location and number two all-time favorite location because all three rooms were excellent. I’ve been to other escape rooms where one of the rooms really stands out, but it’s rare when they all do. All three rooms were different and challenging for different reasons but really well maintained, clean, in great working order. Can’t say enough about Chad the host as well. Very enthusiastic and eager to make our experience the best it can be. We are veterans and had enough challenge without it being unreasonable. Everyone talks about the small space but it’s very manageable with four players. I would not recommend having more than that or less because there is a lot of thinking puzzles here. Most of it was high-tech, but there were some mechanical things. There were also some things I’ve never seen before so that was awesome and I’ve done over 100 rooms.
Olympus: Eternal Winter - CLOSEDExodus Escape Room - Anaheim Hills, CAEscape roomIRLThis is my number two all-time favorite location because all three rooms were excellent. I’ve been to other escape rooms where one of the rooms really stands out, but it’s rare when they all do. All three rooms were different and challenging for different reasons but really well maintained, clean, in great working order. Can’t say enough about the host as well. Very enthusiastic and eager to make our experience the best it can be. We are veterans and had enough challenge without it being unreasonable. Of the three this was my second favorite. It’s kind of a shame they are decommissioning it, but I’m sure whatever they replace it with, will be fabulous.
Irvine School of Wizardry and the Goblin's SecretsHidden DonkeyEscape roomIRLDo this room! You won’t be disappointed. Bring your A game.
The CryptEscape Hour AustinEscape roomIRLOne of the most involved rooms I’ve ever done. There was only one part I didn’t like. The part where everyone has to wait while one person solves a puzzle. That person for our group said it was the best escape room he’s ever done. Not just because of that one puzzle, but of the total experience. Definitely do this room, you won’t be sorry.
Ghost PatrolTrivium GamesEscape roomIRLExcellent room that lived up to its awards and accolades. Difficult but doable. If you are in the area, definitely do this. You won’t be disappointed.
Shipwreck CoveMemphis Escape Rooms - South MainEscape roomIRLThese guys do it right! We traveled from Houston to Memphis just to do the escape rooms. Found this place by accident the first time and have returned twice!
Yuletide Toy HeistMemphis Escape Rooms - South MainEscape roomIRLOnce again, these guys do it right. Had a lot of fun at this one. Just me and my wife.
Wizard's TaleEscape Again RoomsEscape roomIRLI got a disturbing phone call hours before our scheduled time. It was to let me know the game was down currently but they hoped to get it back up and running by the time we got there. Unfortunately, that did not happen but they more than took care of us by giving us discount, and keeping us informed of the status. They were able to get it up by the next day and schedule us in. I really appreciated the call ahead of time and the way they handled our problem. So worth all the trouble since this was a fantastic room and we all loved it!! We had 7 of us, which is probably 2 too many since one of the rooms is a little small. 4 or 5 is probably the best number.
PlaygroundThe Escape Game - CityCentreEscape roomIRLThis is the experience that made me swear off going back to Escape Game. We like their rooms but only when it is just our group. We will only do private rooms from now on. There is no “team-building” with strangers. You have no idea who has what skills or how to even talk to them effectively. They either take over things you don’t get a chance to do or they sit on the sidelines and you feel like you’re keeping them from enjoying their game. Very awkward dynamic. Or in this case, the added guy gave us the answers before we could discover them on our own!
Trapped In The 80’sAlbuquerque Escape RoomEscape roomIRLFirst one my wife and I did together. Had a great time. All puzzles were reasonable and functioned properly.