Hope EndThe Ministry Of PeculiaritiesEscape roomIRLTruly a work of art. If you play one game in your life, play this.
Treasure IslandBrain Games Escape RoomEscape roomIRLEven with sky-high expectations, this game blew me away. Out of a cannon. If this is what happens when you can’t pay your bar tab, I’m going to leave my wallet at home more often!
The Last SupperQuest TavernEscape roomIRLWe had dinner with Lord Garrick and it was delicious! I cannot possibly imagine a more pleasant castle in which to seek refuge. I have recommended my entire extended family to stop here on their travels, and so far no one has written me to share an experience that differed from mine. Come to think of it, no one has written me at all…
Flynn's ArcadeBrain Games Escape RoomEscape roomIRLWe played on the very first day of beta testing, but we wouldn’t have known if they hadn’t told us. The game had a great flow already and based on our discussion with the team after we escaped, the final version will be even more impressive. I can’t wait to come back!
The BirdMyssTic RoomsEscape roomIRLA small space packed full of varied puzzles and exciting illusions. One tiny puzzle in particular stands out to me as the most charming I’ve ever encountered. More miniatures in escape rooms, please!
Ghost LightMyssTic RoomsEscape roomIRLFun story that felt very New York— it’s no wonder this is one of the most highly recommended games in the city. The marquee set piece was a highlight of the entire location. That said, this room really suffered from poor lighting in some areas.
Atlantis: The Forgotten CityHypnotic Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLA refreshingly puzzle-dense experience with tons of exciting room reveals and even some surprising kinetic elements. I imagine this could be hard to finish in time with a smaller group, but our team of 6 had a blast dividing and conquering. Puzzles were varied enough that everyone’s skill set had an opportunity to shine, and no one found themselves fading into the background.
Project 5150Hypnotic Escape RoomsEscape roomIRLA deceptively linear game with an incredible trick up its sleeve toward the end!
AtlantisEscape Room LAEscape roomIRLThis game isn’t revolutionary, but it’s a fun take on a fairly standard theme with some neat set pieces and a few puzzles toward the end that really tickled my fancy. My team of three casual players escaped with 2 minutes to spare.
Case '9360Out - Silver LakeEscape roomIRLMr Somebody’s traps were dastardly and his monologues, long-winded. A perfect campy villain for a hilarious and hair-raising tribute to spooky escape rooms. Case ‘93 is a hit— and a hoot.
