The Mr. Rabbit Magic ShowRusty LakeEscape roomVirtual Typical Rusty Lake game with a mix of interesting puzzles and some that a purely trial and error and of course some others that have logic that isn't obvious right away. Definitely not a fan of the ones that are purely trial and error and there were some parts where I kind of felt done with the game but also felt I must be close to the end and kept going. Overall, I enjoyed it but not something I would play again, and would have trouble recommending to someone unless they love puzzles and don't mind some of them being just guess work. Definitely loved all the throwbacks to the past games, granted that was kind of the point of this game as a thank you to the fans so not exactly surprised either. And of course, like all of their games have some scrap paper handy to write down things, trust me you will know when you see what.
Unsolved CaseEleven PuzzlesEscape roomVirtual Fun co-op game but rather short and limited. Ended far sooner than I thought it wood and advertise the upcoming "Unboxing the Cryptic Killer", which was released in 2023. Looking forward to playing that next.
Cube Escape: ParadoxRusty LakeEscape roomVirtual Fun game, though some puzzles got tedious, and the extra achievements require you to go back and watch the video and take notes and can only be achieved midway through the game, which means you need to play at least half the game twice.
Samsara RoomRusty LakeEscape roomVirtual Entertaining group of puzzles, using changes to the environment that aren't possible in a physical environment (at least not yet). There are a couple of bonus surprises, though they are harder to find.
Between Timemc2gamesEscape roomVirtual Played the entire series so far. This has very basic back story with an obvious ending. The puzzles are varied. Interface is alright, most of the time. Just looking for floating puzzle pieces or circles to click on for interaction, though some are floating away from their puzzles, and you need to step back to click on them. Hint system is annoying, every puzzle has a single hint that may not be all that helpful. Several puzzles are very vague (but can be brute forced). No option to skip puzzles (I guess you could look for a walkthrough online). The series of escape games are all over the place, but worth playing as long as you don't pay too much for them and are ready for some frustration with overly vague puzzles.
The Lost TempleCU Adventures In Time And Space - OnlineEscape roomVirtual Fun but can be tedious as well. The Good: Interesting, in-depth, and sometimes challenging puzzles. The Bad: Some puzzles are tedious with multiple levels of "arts & crafts" that need to sometimes be more precise than is easy to do while rushing. Things are spread between multiple screens meaning a lot of clicks back and forth on the interface. No communication options for remote players, we used discord. Video clues restart every time you enter the section of the puzzle. Some puzzles are more scavenger hunt in the numerous sections to click on and many need viewing several. The Ugly: The interface does its job, though a lot of back and forth between views, and numerous layers deem of hitting the back button or going down a long path to the destination. There is a list of interactive things you have found ("locks") but they aren't clickable, so you need to navigate to them again for each attempt. Numerous PDF/Printout clues have a line on the side saying to use the hint to see them assembled if you do not have a printer, but we never found these. The hints are only on "locks" and start form a pre-set list of clues until finally offering you the solution. No hints we found had images. If you leave the area of the hint, going back starts then from the beginning, which is fine given there is no other way to back to previous hints. Hints will be the same list even if you have already done most of the steps (annoying but understandable). More annoying is several new unlocks give you a page number from a printout (which you can click on and view) but no reference to it being different from what is show on the screen (some were additional "arts & crafts" needed for a future puzzle in addition to the item picked up for a different "lock"). Overall though an interesting and challenging experience. I would do similar again just would need to be in the right mind set and likely have someone in the same room with me not just over a remote chat/meeting.
The Traveler's Guide to Little Sodaburg - CLOSEDMeridian Adventure Co. - OnlineEscape roomVirtual Such a fun online experience. Communication skills definitely needed in your group. Large or multiple monitors recommended if you get confused switching between web browser pages/tabs. Needs a variety of skill sets to complete. Definitely recommend if you get the chance.
Rise of the FungiHeadlock Escape Rooms OnlineEscape roomVirtual Such an amazing and fun experience. Part escape room, part RPG, part theatre, etc. Puzzles are entertaining and creative. The only negative I could think of is that I kept forgetting what was in our inventory (I should have written it down which I did later on in the game), but that was on me just trying not to interrupt the game for a reminder (which they are more than willing to show your inventory on request like in a video game). Would gladly do another one of these anytime.
I Expect You To DieSchell Games - OnlineEscape roomVirtual Fun home VR game with challenging puzzles. Each level gets harder and becomes a sprint to the finish line.
Escape AcademyCoin Crew GamesEscape roomVirtual Fun escape video game with a cute theme. Interesting combinations of puzzles (definitely have something to write with as the game doesn't have anything for note taking). Enjoyed each of the puzzles and challenges, one complaint is multiple times you start a puzzle with a set time displaying, but when that puzzle is completed you are thrown into another puzzle with its own time (or unknown time) which you may not have planned on playing for that long. The dialog is entertaining, and intros are fun, though sometime I really wish I could skip more of it.
Escape SimulatorPine StudioEscape roomVirtual Fun computer game, glad they added the VR mode (though some tweaks are still needed). Constantly getting updates with fixes and even more free rooms. Multiple DLCs with paid rooms (though all DLCs seem to cost the same amount regardless of amount or quality of content). There are also a number of community made rooms, though sadly those don't state before you start if there is a set time to gage what you are getting yourself into by starting.
The House of Da Vinci 1Blue Brain Games OnlineEscape roomVirtual Really wanted to like this, especially since it is was advertised as inspired by the Room series, but it frankly doesn't measure up. The puzzles are more vague than they are difficult. Doesn't take very long to complete. Motions are extremely repetitive.
Tested on Humansmc2gamesEscape roomVirtual Pretty standard Escape game. Similar to other titles by the company. You wake up not knowing why you are there and try to figure out what is going on while trying to escape. The puzzles themselves are rather short but there are a decent amount of them. Can feel a little tedious at some points when you hit a batch of multiple very short and very easy puzzles.
Palindrome Syndromemc2gamesEscape roomVirtual SciFi themed escape room with a twist. Wake up with no memory and need to figure out what happened and why. Interesting puzzles and unexpected narrative lead to an interesting conclusion.
Mad Experiments Chapter 1: The Mansion LabPlayTogether StudioEscape roomVirtual Not my favorite escape game. There are alot of great ones out there and this one tries but just fails. The puzzles are basic, the entire room can be solved in seconds as most of the puzzles aren't actually needed. Large rooms that are 99% set dressing. Annoying mazes to kill time. Clunky controls make some aspects harder. And multiple achievements you can't do with one person (not because they are multiplayer achievements just that you can't physically move fast enough).
The Room VR: A Dark MatterFireproof GamesEscape roomVirtual The Room series is a fantastic group of puzzle games with stunning visuals and their entry into VR is no exception. However, the VR entry is far more limited than the rest of the series. Not limited like the first game to just puzzle boxes, but more so in options. Instead of free movement, the game has a small amount of pre-determined locations for the player to teleport to. This limits the games options while also making it easier given all puzzles must be in these limited positions. The controls are reasonable, though could have been better. Though overall for the studios first VR only game it was a great entry. Would love to see another edition to The Room series games with a freer movement VR game with more complicated puzzles. This is a world I would gladly spend hours exploring in VR.
The Room ThreeFireproof GamesEscape roomVirtual Great puzzle game building off the story and theme of the previous two. Little more creepy than some of the others, though fits the theme. Puzzles as always are complicated and beautiful. Ending was a bit of a surprise, definitely recommend.
The Room TwoFireproof GamesEscape roomVirtual Great puzzle game. Builds off the first one in the series and as it should is bigger, better, and far more complex. This game actually does have rooms not just puzzle boxes and the puzzles are beautiful and complex. Definitely recommend this entire series.
The RoomFireproof GamesEscape roomVirtual Great puzzle game. Name is misleading as its focused on puzzle boxes not entire rooms but the puzzles are beautiful and well thought out. Started out as a phone/tablet game and got remastered for PC. Love the entire series, each builds on top of the other. There is an over arching theme which is expressed through notes left for you throughout the game and its sequels.
