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Wales

List of the rooms we have reviewed in Wales . In date order from newest to oldest

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb 2 (Cardiff)

Published: 4 December 2024

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb 2 (Cardiff)

It was a long time ago that we played the precursor to The Tomb 2, The Tomb (original naming), and I’d say this game was an improvement on the first. Great set design, good immersion, and fun puzzles (well all except one)

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two, Wales

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The 13th Floor (Cardiff)

Published: 4 December 2024

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The 13th Floor (Cardiff)

If you’re in the mood for a little Tower of Terror nostalgia, this game may just be the one for you. With spot on theming, satisfying puzzles, and just a hint of theatricality, The 13th Floor is another great addition to the games already on offer at Escape Rooms Cardiff

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two, Wales

Puzzled: Abandon Ship (Taff’s Well)

Published: 9 September 2024

Puzzled: Abandon Ship (Taff’s Well)

I think Puzzled could be a little hidden gem in the Valleys. We’ll certainly be keeping an eye out and are looking forward to going back to play their new games when they open.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

Rhondda Escape Rooms: Strangest Things Experience (Tonypandy)

Published: 3 May 2024

Rhondda Escape Rooms: Strangest Things Experience (Tonypandy)

We’ve played a fair few games that are Stranger Things themed, but very few have gone to quite the level of detail in set design that Rhondda Escape Rooms have. With a detailed set, decent puzzles, and lovely owners, I’m happy to say Strangest Things is  probably one of the most fun things to do in Tonypandy. Would we return to play their other games? Certainly.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

Exit60: Redbeard’s Revenge (Newport)

Published: 14 December 2023

Exit60: Redbeard's Revenge (Newport)

Redbeard’s Revenge is jam packed full of puzzles,  and is just plain fun. Despite the vast amount of content, the game is family friendly and totally appropriate, and achievable, for puzzlers of all abilities, from escape room enthusiasts to the total newbie.

reviewed by Liz

Exit60: Banged Up (Newport)

Published: 29 March 2023

Exit 60: Banged Up (Newport)

Despite being a very much ‘done’ theme, Banged Up managed to avoid a lot of the clichés and provided just the right level of whimsy for some good light-hearted fun. We weren’t in this game for a long time (completed it in less than 25 minutes), but we will remember our time fondly.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Newport, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Astro Quest (Cardiff)

Published: 8 August 2022

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Astro Quest (Cardiff)

Astro Quest is the rebirth of Press Start – and it works. The puzzles were much more enjoyable, the story made more sense, and the set dressing was good. It feels like this game now has something for everyone and it’s sure to be a much more enjoyable experience (once one puzzle is tweaked).

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Mansion of Mystery: The Time Machine (Pembrokeshire)

Published: 26 July 2022

Mansion of Mystery: The Time Machine (Pembrokeshire)

Mansion of Mystery’s Time Machine was a highlight of our recent break in the south west of Wales, and it wasn’t just because of the Owl Garden and Zoo located within the grounds of Picton Castle. The Time Machine was a joy to play, and well worth including on your itinerary if you happen to find yourself in Pembrokeshire.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Oubliette (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Oubliette (Carmarthen)

This room was a let down for us thanks to an unfair placement of a handcuff key, and this really tainted our experience. The set design was decent for the most part, although the final ‘reveal’ was pretty much apparent from the start which was a shame.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Depth Charge (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Depth Charge (Carmarthen)

The smoke in this room was set to 11, dial that down a bit and I think we’d have had a more enjoyable experience. Saying that, the set design for Depth Charge was pretty spot on and the puzzles didn’t feel out of place

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Lunar Base Alpha (Carmarthen)

Published: 26 July 2022

The Escape Game Carmarthen: Lunar Base Alpha (Carmarthen)

If you’re planning to play only one game at Carmarthen and you’re struggling to choose, look no further. The stronger narrative combined with more tactile challenges made Lunar Base Alpha not just my preferred game at The Escape Game Carmarthen, but also my preferred game across both venues.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Carmarthen, Team of Two, Wales

Tenby’s Great Escape: Captain’s Treasure Room (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

Tenby's Great Escape: Captain's Treasure Room (Tenby)

We didn’t click with this game, but we still appreciate that it was well designed and had a good sense of adventure. I had low expectations for this venue, and was pleasantly surprised. If you’re in the Tenby area then this venue is worth checking out

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

Tenby’s Great Escape: The Wizard’s Lair (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

It was a nice change to play a Wizard themed room that simply wasn’t a Harry Potter rip off. The set design in this game was spot on and they managed to fit in a few surprises, along with some enjoyable puzzles.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

Tenby’s Great Escape: The Tenby Asylum (Tenby)

Published: 18 July 2022

Tenby's Great Escape: The Tenby Asylum (Tenby)

I probably wouldn’t recommend The Tenby Asylum if you’ve never played an escape room before, but for enthusiasts that are looking for a challenge and don’t mind a jump scare or two, then this is the one. The set was impressive, but even more appealing were the puzzles.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Team of Two, Tenby

The Escape Game Swansea: Wild West (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Wild West (Swansea)

I wanted to love Wild West, but unfortunately it left me feeling just a bit flat. However, I wouldn’t let that stop you from playing. Despite my issues with it, Wild West was the strongest of the games at The Escape Game’s Swansea branch, and there were a few moments of pure puzzling joy.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: Hostel (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Hostel (Swansea)

I can see why this game has such a low escape rate. Darkness, lack of signposting, and puzzles that just didn’t seem to make sense or always fit the narrative. We left this hostel feeling frustrated and wondering if we should have just quit to became the latest victims.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: Alcatraz (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: Alcatraz (Swansea)

The Escape Game’s Alcatraz is a standard prison break. That doesn’t mean it’s not fun though – the puzzles were fair and engaging, with a few unique twists, and perfect for those new to escape rooms.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Split Start, Swansea, Team of Two

The Escape Game Swansea: The Prison Van (Swansea)

Published: 7 July 2022

The Escape Game Swansea: The Prison Van (Swansea)

Our dislike of Prison Van escape rooms was not changed with this game. It felt like signposting was limited, some poor choices were made on puzzle design, and generally we just felt frustrated at our time in the van.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Split Start, Swansea, Team of Two

Exitus Escape Rooms: Coco Loco (Cardiff)

Published: 5 July 2022

Exitus: Coco Loco (Cardiff)

Coco Loco was a delight for pretty much all the senses, and is a perfect family friendly escape room in Cardiff. Just when we thought the game was over, Exitus surprised us once again! Often you’ll get a card, or a badge to take away from an escape room, but that’s not good enough for Exitus – what a treat!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Exitus Escape Rooms: The Curse of Senutep (Cardiff)

Published: 5 July 2022

Exitus Escape Rooms: The Curse of Senutep (Cardiff)

If you find yourself in Cardiff, it would be a crime not to stop by Exitus. You can’t go wrong with any of their games, but The Curse of Senutep is the perfect choice for large groups or challenge seeking enthusiasts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Exitus Escape Rooms: Virus Tinkerers (Cardiff)

Published: 30 September 2021

Exitus Escape Rooms: Virus Tinkerers (Cardiff)

Virus Tinkerers was a game where everything fell into place for us and we loved our time in the lab. Fun puzzles, solid design, and nice touches as a nod to the scientists involved in the Tenovus charity – this is a must play game in Cardiff.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Cardiff Castle (Cardiff)

Published: 28 September 2021

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Cardiff Castle (Cardiff)

Cardiff Castle is by far the prettiest of all the games we’ve played at Escape Rooms Cardiff, and possibly the prettiest we’ve played in Cardiff itself. It’s a solid game that will be fun for enthusiasts and great for newcomers to escape rooms, plus it’s a perfect tie in if you’re planning to visit the game’s eponym while you’re in the area

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Press Start (Cardiff)

Published: 28 September 2021

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Press Start (Cardiff)

We really wanted to like this game but we found the narrative didn’t seem to fit the game and the puzzles weren’t enjoyable to us. I’d imagine some players will click and blitz this game, but unfortunately this wasn’t the game for us.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff, Team of Two

Adventure Rooms Cardiff: The Black Queen (Cardiff)

Published: 8 October 2018

Adventure Rooms Cardiff: The Black Queen

Credit to Adventure Rooms Cardiff for trying to introduce different technology in the room, it is a great room and definitely one to do if you’re in Cardiff.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Z Room [BETA TEST]

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: Z Room Escape Room

If this beta test was anything to go by then this is going to be a hard room but good room. Very different to the other rooms we did in Cardiff

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Reality: Fibonacci (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Reality: Fibonacci (Cardiff)

A decent but linear room that was challenging in all the right places, unfortunately let down by a terrible clue system

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Cardiff

Breakout Cardiff: Vacancy (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Break Out Cardiff: Vacancy (Cardiff)

Not a bad room and there are definitely better in Cardiff, but if you need a room to do then this is a decent contender

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Tomb

A well designed room with puzzles arguably on the easier side. Probably good for beginners or anyone you want to get addicted to escape rooms

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Reality: Alcatraz (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Reality Cardiff: Alcatraz (Cardiff)

A hard room for inexperienced teams who aren’t confident on their communication, and annoying for experienced teams who like good rooms

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Heist (Cardiff)

Published: 4 October 2018

Escape Rooms Cardiff: The Heist

A solid room but make sure you are comfortable working as a split team and are happy with your communication skills

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Cardiff

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