Starship: Final Frontier60 to Escape - GurneeEscape roomIRLExceeded my expectations for set design and immersion. Puzzles are varied and clever. Great ending sequence that is a lot of fun!
Cryptic ConspiracyTroubled Puzzle Escapes - Grayslake [prev. Golden Escape Rooms]Escape roomIRLThis was my 3rd escape room at this location and my favorite so far. My kids and I came to play knowing it was a new game, but not knowing we were the first team to play (other than beta tests) which was a cool bonus. I really love seeing how escape rooms grow and improve as they build new games and this is no exception. There were some really cool unexpected moments and solid puzzles.
Adventure at MISH MASHMISH MASH AdventuresEscape roomOther While this is not an escape room, it is incredibly fun and immersive. Each room has a different mission that you try to accomplish, and sometimes you have try several times. There are tons of rooms to choose from and you can jump back and forth between rooms, replaying your favorites or trying a new challenge. My group's favorite room was the pool, and while we tried a little bit of everything, we kept coming back to it! We went initially for my birthday and have kept going back for other friends birthdays as well. The staff and managers are super friendly and help you have the best experience possible. I cannot recommend it enough.