The Man From BeyondStrange Bird ImmersiveEscape roomIRLFantastic acting. This was almost more of a performance and magic show than an escape room. There were interesting puzzles, although nothing extraordinary. The storytelling and set design were masterful. I could appreciate it but I wish the puzzles were a bit more memorable. Still, a unique and great experience.
Crazy Train: The Ballad of Skeemin' PlotzDoldrick's Escape RoomEscape roomIRLVery chaotic story fitting of the room name. Stylistic. The puzzles were a bit too linear for my taste as there was a lot of “process” involved rather than puzzle-solving.
Captain Spoopy Bones and the Magnificent Quest For Some Other Pirate's Treasure!Doldrick's Escape RoomEscape roomIRL
ExtractionThe Curium ExperienceEscape roomIRLPhysical elements were very creative and memorable. They allow you to skip them for medical reasons but I strongly recommend doing them as they really add to the immersion. Game master was exceptional. She was energetic and cheerful which made the whole experience quite enjoyable. The game mechanics were unique and something I had never seen before.
Wanted: Dead or AliveNo Exit IlioupoliEscape roomIRLA lot of unique rooms and clever entrances to said rooms. Excellent live actor who was a joy to be around. Great range of puzzles, some tricky some straightforward.
Captain Spoopy Bones and the Magnificent Quest For Some Other Pirate's Treasure!Doldrick's Escape RoomEscape roomIRLGreat set design. Spoopy bones has a slapstick comedy feel to it. The puzzles themselves were mostly straightforward but well constructed.
The BirdMyssTic RoomsEscape roomIRLThe best set design I have ever seen. Puzzles are well done and thoughtfully integrated into the room. GM was sweet and had a positive attitude. Overall had such a great experience that we knew we had to come back and do their other rooms.
PlaygroundThe Escape Game - NYC MidtownEscape roomIRLSo innovative and playful! It’s rare to have an escape room that’s just pure childish fun. Great range of puzzles that makes you feel like a kid again.
Paradox Project 2: Το Βιβλιοπωλείον [The Bookstore]Paradox ProjectEscape roomIRLThis is the pinnacle of escape rooms. Given its size, it’s more of an escape house rather than an escape room. Immersive storytelling, great ambience, and a massive variety of puzzles. Each individual puzzle of medium to hard difficulty, but because there are so many of them and they are all quite different from each other, it made the escape house extremely difficult without several hints. I went in with a group of 2 but I STRONGLY recommend going in with at least 3. You could tell the GM is extremely passionate about the game which made it all the more enjoyable. One of the best escape games I have ever played. It is not scary (ie no jump scares) but it does have creepy elements. Be prepared for an incredible (and long) journey, as this is meant for escape room veterans looking for bigger experiences.
The Seventh RoomDare 2 EscapeEscape roomIRLThis is an EXCELLENT room. If you are looking for a scary thematic experience with continued lore from previous rooms, this is the one. Fantastic structure and set design. A variety of creative puzzles that required all sorts of solves. This is the best room in Dare2Escape and possibly the best one in Florida.
Montauk ProjectMyssTic RoomsEscape roomIRLThe set design is less cohesive than The Bird. It’s meant to be that way because you’re traveling through portals, but that felt disappointing. However, the puzzles themselves are extremely creative and well executed. I thoroughly enjoyed solving them and that made the experience worthwhile. GM was upbeat and left a positive impression.