Phantom PeakPhantom PeakEscape roomOther Phantom Peak is not a normal escape room in anyway. I would say it is mainly focused on the immersive experience rather than puzzling, which are very simple and easy. This though does not take away at all from having an incredibly enjoyable experience. It is 3 hours long and you can do maximum 3 routes and there is a total of 12 per season. Strongly recommend and worth going more than once (probably in a different season).
Prison EscapePrison EscapeEscape roomOther Prison Escape Utrecht had been on my radar since before COVID, and after a five-year wait, I finally got to experience it in 2025 with a group of four friends. This is not your typical escape room—it’s more of a large-scale immersive role-playing game. Think of those “choose your own adventure” books brought to life. The whole experience lasts around 3 hours and takes place in a decommissioned prison in Utrecht. You’re picked up by bus and dropped off directly at the location. With 25 actors and up to 150 players involved, there’s a huge amount of freedom in how you go about planning your escape. In our session, around 75 people were playing simultaneously. The actors were fully in character and did a fantastic job creating a believable prison atmosphere. The only downside was the language barrier—this experience is mainly designed for Dutch speakers. While actors do switch to English when addressed, many of the broader interactive elements happen in Dutch. There are occasional full-English sessions, but they’re rare due to demand. Still, it’s a unique and entertaining experience, highly recommended for both experienced and new players. Just be aware that this is much more about interaction and role-play than puzzles.
