Time to Float was a TERPECA nominee with two nominations in 2025, missing out on the requisite six that were needed to become a finalist. However, I’ll be very surprised if that repeats in 2026, as word continues to spread about this game, and more enthusiasts make their way to Belfast.
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Timescape: Casino Heist (Belfast)
Timescape wasn’t the main focus of our trip to Belfast, but I was impressed with Casino Heist. Fun, engaging, fast paced, and with some pleasing puzzles, if you’re in Belfast and looking for something to do, you can’t really go wrong with this game.
Timescape: Spellbound (Belfast)
As far as magic rooms go, this one was fine. It didn’t feel like a carbon copy of the Harry Potter world, and had a unique set. I would imagine that kids would definitely enjoy this game, we certainly did. Although of the two games we played at Timescape, we probably preferred Casino Heist more.
Bolted Escape Rooms: No Honour Among Thieves (St Austell)
No Honour Among Thieves is not going to blow you away, but you should still have a good time and may even see a puzzle or two that you’ve not seen before. We were in this game for around 30 minutes, and we’re glad we stopped off to give it a go. Bolted are definitely a venue to keep an eye on.
Bolted Escape Rooms: It’s not Fair (St Austell)
I went to Bolted with zero expectations, and came away pleasantly surprised. It’s not Fair was my preferred game of the two there, thanks to the lovely set and great twist. I’d have no issues in recommending stopping by if you’re in the area.
Cronologic: Pudding Lane (Plymouth)
It’s great to see Pudding Lane back in action. If you’ve played it before, you probably don’t need to play it again. But if you haven’t, then it’s an OG game that you should probably aim to tick off your list.
Forbidden Quest: Zombie Outbreak 2.0 (Belfast)
This game isn’t of the same level as their two newer games, but if you’re looking for a more traditional (not full horror) escape room, then Zombie Outbreak 2.0 is a good shout. The set is decent, puzzles are fine, and it’s a good game that could start to get people hooked on escape rooms.
Deep Inside: The Full Experience (Paris)
The Full Experience is a varied, clever, engaging and yes, immersive, adventure that truly takes you on a journey. The Taxidermist may have been what prompted the trip to Paris, but The Full Experience was the highlight of the trip for me.
Majestic Escape Game: Galactic Mission (Paris)
I don’t know if this was my favourite game that we played in Paris on this trip, but I think it may have been. It had lots of fun puzzles, set design that was right up my street, and some great interactions with our host that added to the fun.
The One: The Grand Hotel de Paris (Paris)
The Grand Hotel de Paris was a fun horror game that had some really fun moments and great live actor interactions. Is this a must play in Paris? Yes, yes it probably is. We’ve played horror games in Athens which is known for its live actor horror games, and I think that although it’s perhaps a little lighter on scares and puzzles, it could hold its own against those games.
Deep Inside: The Taxidermist (Paris)
If you’re looking for a big puzzle fest, this isn’t it. If you’re looking for an epic immersive experience that is set in a beautiful world, AND has puzzles, then this is the game for you. I can see why this game is so well liked, and as the French would say it’s ‘tres magnifique’.