The Weeping WitchCross Roads Escape GamesEscape roomIRLVery clever use of limited space. Challenging puzzles, clever hint system and some good scares! Probably the best room I’ve done in Orange County, and while all of Crossroads’ games are worth doing, this is, imo, their best.
The Magic CottageInfinity EscapeEscape roomIRLThis room wasn’t awful. There were elements that I enjoyed, but overall found it not up to the hype. It’s super dark, so if you have trouble reading in darkness, you’re going to be pretty worthless. Also, there’s a repetitiveness to it and I didn’t find the ending as satisfying as it probably could have been. That said, it’s a clever idea and there were a few moments that I found pretty delightful. I’m giving it a thumbs down, but a thumbs sideways would probably be more accurate.
The EscapeThe Unlockables - San DiegoEscape roomIRLThis is a great room for a group, especially if you’re experienced. I loved how we started separated and the variety of puzzle types was impressive and assured that there was something for every member of our team. The story was a bit weird, but also unexpected and really, we were having too much fun escaping to think all that hard about it.
They're ComingMaze Rooms Culver CityEscape roomIRLA real sleeper and the best room at this Maze Rooms location. One of the more clever starts to a room that I’ve experienced, and the way the story progresses is fun and highly immersive. Some slight, unrealistic gore, but the room isn’t too scary and as a bonus, it’s full of Easter eggs, especially for Evil Dead/Army of Darkness fans! Worth playing, for sure!
Armored Vehicle HeistThe Escape RevolutionEscape roomIRLDefinitely different than other rooms I’ve done, and the fact that it’s built around an actual armored car is fun. That’s also sort of a problem, though, because unless you’re familiar with armored cars, you’re probably going to spend a lot of time flipping dashboard switches and trying to figure out how to do certain things that have nothing to do with the puzzles. Still, the actual puzzles themselves were fun and different, and the final moment was A+ and worth the experience. The room is more physical, so keep that in mind. People with mobility issues and who have trouble climbing and crawling might not be able to do it.
