The InheritanceNarrow Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLi was so devastated to learn that my dear aunt may had passed away, and even more devastated when i found out her staff were trying to steal my moola💔 this is such a silly room in the best way. i don’t think i’ve ever come across a theme like this one, so it was really nice to see a concept that’s not overdone. the puzzles weren’t crazy difficult but there’s a lot to get through. aunt may wasn’t playing around with keeping her will safe, she had that shit locked downnnnn so it may be challenging for smaller groups/beginners. also wanna give a special shout out to the poster for this room. in the vast sea of ai brainrot slop, this photoshopped masterpiece is an absolute gem. that face card goes crazy. rest in peace diva 🙏
The Pharaoh’s TombScram Escape Rooms Church StEscape roomIRL#euphoric will prob delete. prob offensive
The PossessionEscape This - Sydney CBDEscape roomIRLso far, i’ve found escape this rooms to be very hit or miss, the possession was probably my least favourite room from them atm. set was probably the highlight, rest of the room was a bit of a flop. one particular puzzle in the end was janky as hell. charlotte(?)…get your act together girl.
AliensStrike Bowling King - Darling HarbourEscape roomIRLwalked into this one with low expectations and i can confidently say it went exactly as expected. puzzle flow was pretty much non existent and a solid chunk of the puzzles were either accidentally solved or skipped automatically. the hint system inside seemed completely automated, but they were so vague and only relayed information that we already knew. by the end i was begging for the aliens to take me out of my misery. set was cool tho ig.
Train GangNext Level EscapeEscape roomIRLfirst heist…kinda nervous its no secret that next level are known for their game master interactions, but train gang seriously takes it to the next level (ha). forget ciphers and 400 padlocks, you’re lying and scheming your way to escape. honestly a smart way to utilise such a small space. while it’s not totally mandatory, i’d definitely recommend leaning into the roleplay aspect. makes it way more fun, and works so much better if you play into it. tynan was an absolute trooper for juggling all those damn hats and simon was great too. theatre kids pull up, you’re gonna love this one. if you prefer a traditional lock and key experience, this might not be your cup of tea, but it’s still 100% worth a shot. the good doctor, season 2, episode 17, 36:57
RansomSocial Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLthey took my son đź’” ransom had a really fun puzzle flow and some creative parts that kept things interesting. our GM ali was super lovely and the statistics you get after the game is a great touch.
Escape From Flamingo House - CLOSEDSydney Fringe FestivalEscape roomPop upwe were lucky enough to snag a spot during this games short run for sydney fringe and i’m super glad we did. part escape room, part rpg, and played out of a beautifully crafted doll house. the gameplay was unlike anything i’ve done before in an immersive experience. our guide (and creator of the game) was lovely and very patient with our bullshit. super keen to see what this company cooks up in the future!!
The Hidden TempleNarrow Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLfelt like lara croft if she had blue hair and pronouns some unique mechanics, a great puzzle flow and the set was awesome too! craig was an excellent gm :)
PlaguedScram Escape Rooms PenrithEscape roomIRLhate that moment when your entire village is wiped out by the black plague ughhhhh
Mission IdentityNarrow Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLif you love a safe, you’ll have an absolute blast in here. the game is multilinear, but puzzles are labeled really well so everything ties together nicely. the ending was a fun touch.
Prison IslandScram Escape Rooms PenrithEscape roomOther closer to a hijinx hotel type experience rather than escape room, but man this was fun. each room is super detailed and the variety of puzzles you get throughout was great. best if you play with a group who have a varied skill set. we were lucky enough to have the whole venue to ourselves when we played, which definitely enhanced our experience. would love to come back again!!
Baker Street MysterySocial Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLgreat game for those who love something puzzle dense. padlock heavy but had some really unique elements which i’ve never seen used before. mark was lovely to chat to!
KidnappedUrban EscapadeEscape roomIRLi enjoyed kidnapped for sure. while some of the puzzles were a bit tough, there’s a good mix of mechanical stuff and padlocks. the set had some really gorgeous elements too.
TurbulenceUrban EscapadeEscape roomIRLbit on the fence with this one. the concept is unique, the effects used were cool and the set was great (if you look past the ai). what threw me off was the flow of the puzzles. particularly in the second half of the room, we were pretty stumped on how to proceed. i wanna give it the benefit of the doubt as it’s still a relatively new game, but i think some additional sign posting could really make a difference. regardless, i think this room has a lot of potential. excited to see what they come out with in the future.
Assassin in the PubEscape Hunt - SydneyEscape roomIRLthis room felt super dull. the wear and tear inside is evident and the mechanics were pretty janky at times. i like the murder mystery aspect but the execution of it wasn’t great.
End of the RoadNext Level EscapeEscape roomIRLloved this one. puzzles were on the easier side but there were some really cool concepts used that kept things interesting. the GM’s at next level are always great but simon was dedicated and a half. his performance was 100% the standout of the room. s/o to u legend 🫡🫡
Forest of EchoesNext Level EscapeEscape roomIRLi love a solid narrative and forest of echoes delivered exactly that. considering the space constraints, the way that puzzles were accessed was super cool and for a solid chunk of the room the order to solve puzzles was entirely up to you. this isn’t gonna be a shock to anyone but our GM was a delight to interact with. i love lesbians ❤️
