SOSEscape Boats - DublinEscape roomIRLFairly linear, non tech, and easy puzzles for the most part... But with the obvious extremely unique boat elements added in. Setting and feeling of authenticity is a huge draw for this one.
The DungeonPuzzleWorksEscape roomIRLAwesome room; nary a combo lock in sight but lots of puzzles and mechanisms we hadn't seen before. One of the top rooms we've done and a great vibe and aesthetic.
The Arcane LibraryThe Lodge of Lazarus CroweEscape roomIRLSolid, high tech room. Linear and somewhat easier puzzles, but still engaging and high production value for a small group. It's on the shorter side and felt like it could use a second act. But the broader venue is amazing and fun and you kind of can't go wrong there!
Trapped Mineshaft EscapeAbandoned Acres Escape Adventures Escape roomIRLSolid. Fun theme and atmosphere. I think it was good for the area, but not flawless. It's one of the least "tell you what to do" rooms, but a few bits were almost non-obvious to a fault. And then a few camera/GM operated triggers; one where they just didn't see us do it the first time which is always frustrating in more traditional rooms. Would love to see that bit automated better. But effects, overall flow, puzzles, searching, and theme all were quite fun! Recommended!
Budapest ExpressEscapology - Traverse CityEscape roomIRLSolid, well built room. Good theme, decor, and puzzles. Somewhat wonky final pieces, but overall a B. Nothing standout, but a great way to spend an afternoon in the area
Shipwreck IslandAbandoned Acres Escape Adventures Escape roomIRLBest escape room in West Michigan. Great theming, good and challenging puzzles with a nice flow with a variety of mechanisms and different puzzles; even the padlock ones were fun and interesting
Infirmary: Surgical CrisisThe Great Escape Room - Grand RapidsEscape roomIRLVery solid room with some fun parallel puzzles and a (briefly) split start. Nothing too hard or novel, but fun way to spend an hour; would be an impressive and potentially challenging first room. Escaped as a 2 person team.
Poker Night At The President's BunkerThe Great Escape Room - Grand RapidsEscape roomIRLFine room, mostly traditional locks with a good puzzle or two, but a few of them are a bit unintuitive or just too disconnected in a way that ruins the flow.
