Escape Room Novice? These 10 Tips Will Help You Break Out Like a Pro!

Escape room novice? These 10 tips will help you break out like a pro!

Escape rooms can be a ton of fun, but they can also be pretty challenging. If you’re feeling stuck and not sure how to escape, here are a few tips to help you out.

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Jan 18, 2025

Are you tired of getting trapped in escape rooms and feeling like you’re never going to see the light of day again? Well, fear not my fellow prisoners, because we’ve got some tips and tricks to help you bust out of those pesky escape rooms and finally taste freedom once more! So grab a clue and let’s get escaping!

    1. Talk to your team: It’s important to work together and communicate effectively in an escape room. Make sure everyone knows what’s going on and share any ideas or observations you have. You can even divide tasks and assign roles to make sure everything is being covered. Just don’t let someone hog all the glory once you’ve escaped!
    2. Look for patterns: A lot of escape room puzzles are based on patterns or sequences, so try to find any repeating elements or common themes. This can help you solve a puzzle and move on to the next challenge.
    3. Don’t overlook the obvious: Sometimes the solution to a puzzle is right in front of you, but you might not see it because you’re overthinking it. Don’t be afraid to try the most obvious solution first. It might lead you to the next clue.
    4. Check for hidden clues: A lot of escape rooms have hidden clues or items that can help you solve puzzles. Be sure to thoroughly search the room, including looking behind objects and under furniture. You’ll kick yourself if you missed a clue because you simply didn’t look in every cupboard!
    5. Don’t be afraid to ask for a hint: If you’re really stuck and can’t seem to make any progress, don’t be afraid to ask for a hint. Most escape rooms have a way for you to get a hint if you need it, and it can often be the nudge you need to move on to the next puzzle.
    6. Stay calm: Escape rooms can be stressful, and it’s easy to get frustrated when you’re not making progress. But try to stay calm and keep a clear head. Taking a deep breath and taking a break can often help you see things from a new perspective. We’ve seen our fair share of groups on the brink of falling out, so make sure yours doesn’t become one of them!
    7. Know what to look for: Sometimes it can be helpful to first look for all the locks that are available to you. That way you can determine what you need to be looking for. Found a 4-digit padlock? Look for something that could give you a four digit answer. Maybe you need to count something? Or maybe you need to find a common pattern to give you the answer.
    8. Keep an inventory of what you’ve discovered: Found something that could be useful? Keep a mental note of it, and make sure everyone else is aware of what you have found. They may be looking for it! If you reach a point in the game and you don’t know how to progress, have a look through your inventory of items that you haven’t used yet. Chances are you have all the pieces of the puzzle, but you just need to work out how to use them.
    9. Watch out for red herrings: It doesn’t happen that ofter but sometimes escape rooms have red herrings. If something has a lot of writing on it, such as a book or a newspaper article, chances are it is just a prop and you are not required to read all of it! There may be other props in the room that are simply for decoration. Don’t get too focused on items that have no obvious clues or connections to anything else.
    10. Don’t lose momentum: It can be difficult keeping up the pace as the game goes on. However, make sure you don’t lose focus and start lagging. You never know how much of the game is left to play, so keep searching for clues, solving the puzzles and stay on top of everything. That way, you’ll be unlocking that final door with plenty of time for a victory celebration!

Now you’ve read all our tips and tricks, you’re ready to take on our escape room. Book your place today!