Lucky Dice DinerExpedition EscapeEscape roomIRLThis room was ABSOLUTELY one of the best I've ever played. From the design, puzzles, and overall atmosphere, this room was top tier. All of the staff was super friendly and we ended up playing 4 games in one day. Our game master for this room was Josiah. He was great even though we didn't need many clues. I would recommend not just this room, but the company.
The Blind Tiger SpeakeasyExpedition EscapeEscape roomIRLThis was our 4th room of the day. Our guide Jade was great! This room had some really good puzzles. The room design I thought really embodied the 1920s. There were some elements of surprise which I found cool. Overall this was my 2nd favorite out of the 4 we did. I'm looking forward to going back and trying the rest of their rooms.
Fall Harvest13th Hour Escape Room - WhartonEscape roomIRL13th Hour Escape Rooms is BY FAR one of my all-time favorite escape room venues. I’ve played every one of their games—and I would absolutely play them all again. Their newest room, *Fall Harvest*, definitely did not disappoint! This two-hour immersive experience left us speechless. I played with a group of six others with mixed experience levels, and we escaped with just seven seconds to spare. From start to finish, the game was packed with twists and turns, surprising elements, and so many “there’s no way!” moments that I’m still in awe. Whoever designs these rooms deserves an award. If you haven’t made it here yet, it’s worth the trip no matter where you live. I’m already looking forward to whatever they create next!
The Candy ShoppePuzzleConnect Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLThis room was an absolute blast! The design was fantastic, and the puzzles were very well thought out. My group had a wide range of experience levels, and the challenges were engaging and fun for everyone. There were some awesome surprise elements throughout the room, and I really loved that the puzzles went beyond the typical lock-and-key format and incorporated a variety of creative mechanics. The overall gameplay flowed extremely well and kept us fully engaged the entire time. We didn’t need many clues, but our game master, Julie, was amazing—super friendly, attentive, and always ready with helpful hints at just the right moments. The room and facility were spotless, all the puzzles worked perfectly, and everything felt well maintained. The owners, Frank and Christina, were incredibly welcoming, down-to-earth, and clearly passionate about providing an excellent experience. I can’t wait to come back and try their other rooms!
Allister’s SecretMaine Escape GamesEscape roomIRLI had been waiting on this room for over 2 years. When I saw that it was finally open, I had to make that trip from NY just to play. We had a group of 7 players and met Renee the owner again. This room had a lot if mechanics in it, some fun surprises, and really great puzzles. Our GM Camden was great. This place overall had some really great rooms and I will be on the lookout for new rooms.
Uncle Ned's CabinMaine Escape GamesEscape roomIRLThis was my second time playing this room (I played on 4/28/23) with a different group. I really like the design of this room. There are some fun surprises and the puzzles are really good. Even though I had played it previously, I didn't remember how to solve the puzzles right away.
Escape Your FearsMaine Escape GamesEscape roomIRLThis room was really fun! The puzzles were great and there were some really fun surprises. I would say, if you're not a fan of creepy/scary things, this might not be the room for you to play.
MockbusterCloak and Dagger Escape Rooms - HamiltonEscape roomIRLThis room was FUN and one of my top experiences. Our GM was great (very welcoming, attentive, and respectful). I can't remember her name, but i believe she's the manager or assistant manager. Back to the game...I thought the room design was incredible. It was very nostalgic and made me feel like I was literally walking into a Blockbuster video store. The puzzles were cool and there were a couple that was a nice twist, but nothing too spectacular. There was one puzzle that had us a little stumped at first, but we were able to get through the room with minimal clues.
Gangster Gnomes 2 Out On ParoleCodeword EscapeEscape roomIRLWe've played every room at Codeword Escape in Rocky Hill, and the Gnome room was another fun experience! Our game master, Vix, was fantastic—friendly, attentive, and quick to help when needed. The Gnome room is their least challenging room and is clearly designed with beginners and families in mind, but don't let that fool you. There were still a few puzzles that made us think, along with some fun surprises that kept the experience entertaining. The only issue we encountered was a technical glitch: after completing one puzzle, the key that was supposed to drop didn't appear. Vix noticed the problem immediately, paused our game time, and resolved it quickly, so it had very little impact on our experience. Overall, I think this is an excellent room for first-time escape room players and families, while still being a fun, lighthearted break for experienced players who usually seek out the toughest challenges. Having now played all of Codeword Escape's rooms in Rocky Hill, I can confidently recommend them, and I'm looking forward to checking out their other locations!
