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Puzzle Post: The Secret Set (Play at Home)

Published: 20 March 2025

Puzzle Post: The Secret Set (Play at Home)

Puzzle Post consistently produce games filled with quality components and decent puzzles, and The Secret Set is another excellent addition to their line up.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

CU Adventures: Murder on the Ornament Express (Play at Home)

Published: 18 December 2023

CU Adventures: Murder on the Ornament Express (Play at Home)

We were expecting an easy ride on the Ornament Express, but it wasn’t to be. This game unexpectedly challenged us and kept us occupied for nearly an hour. This would be a lovely little game to break out for the family, and as it’s replayable, you could get competitive and break into teams to see who can solve the mystery in the quickest time. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Christmas, Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Crafty Maze: Elf Assembly (Play at Home) 

Published: 7 December 2023

Crafty Maze: Elf Assembly (Play at Home) 

This feels like an expensive game, but actually it’s decent value considering all it comes with and the entertainment it gives. These crackers would be a great addition to any Christmas table (or Thanksgiving for that matter) and our team of four experienced puzzlers were pleasantly surprised by how fun this game was.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Diorama Games: The Medusa Report (Play at Home)

Published: 23 May 2023

Diorama Games: The Medusa Report (Play at Home)

The Medusa Report is one of those games that feels chaotic at the start, then as you progress it comes together to form a beautiful harmony. The documents blur the lines of what’s real and what’s fantasy, and it’s really rather impressive how much puzzling can fit into one box!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

The Detective Society: Family Adventures (Play at Home)

Published: 31 January 2023

The Detective Society: Family Adventures (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a gentle introduction to get your family interested in play at home escape rooms, then look no further. The Detective Society: Family Adventures, is the perfect game for family games night and I really do hope they produce more games like this.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Just for Kids, Play at Home

Studio Stamp: On Circus Grounds (Play at Home)

Published: 14 September 2022

Studio Stamp: On Circus Grounds (Play at Home)

If you’re looking for a game that is well assembled, has an intriguing story and a few puzzles to boot, then get some friends round, have a glass of wine, and give this a try

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 1: The Custodian’s Keys (Play at Home)

Published: 4 January 2022

Curious Correspondence Club: Chapter 1: The Custodian's Keys (Play at Home)

I can’t put my finger on it but this game felt like it was flawed in some way. Perhaps the puzzles weren’t for us, but the system with the keys didn’t seem to work as intended and the puzzles left us feeling frustrated and definitely not wanting more.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

iDventure: The Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 4 January 2022

iDventure: The Heist (Play at Home)

It’s a shame this game can only be played once, but we enjoyed it. The clever use of bots helped immerse us in the heist and this game felt very different to others we have played.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Puzzle Post: The Scandal (Play at Home)

Published: 23 November 2021

Puzzle Post: The Scandal (Play at Home)

The Scandal is the perfect group game at any time of year, but it should definitely be on your Christmas list. Put away Monopoly, this will cause less conflict and will give your brains a nice little post-turkey workout.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Diorama Games: The Vandermist Dossier (Play at Home)

Published: 19 September 2021

Diorama Games: The Vandermist Dossier (Play at Home)

It’s been a while since we’ve played a boxed escape game that truly wowed us, but The Vandermist Dossier did just that! Everything from the materials, to the story, and of course, the puzzles, had us thoroughly delighted as we followed Abigail’s clues to track down her whereabouts.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: The Zoo (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: The Zoo (Play at Home)

This is the perfect family game if you want to get your little ‘uns interested in escape rooms. Get them away from the computer, and put this game in front of them. It is good clean fun that will get their brains whirring away!

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: Mission to Mars (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: Mission to Mars (Play at Home)

In my opinion, there aren’t enough space games. Mission to Mars manages to be fun, but also has the potential to be educational. It is on the easier side, making it ideal for a family game night

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: Flight 927 (Play at Home)

Published: 15 June 2021

Trapped: Flight 927 (Play at Home)

Flight 927 felt like a step up on the previous season by Trapped. Puzzles were fair, story made sense, and it kept us occupied for nearly an hour. If you need a break from a computer, then this is the game you’re looking for

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Co-Decode: Captain’s Treasure (Play at Home)

Published: 20 May 2021

Co-Decode: Captain’s Treasure (Play at Home)

It would be impossible to talk about Captain’s Treasure without using the words delightful, clever, joyous, or perfection. If you are lucky enough to live close enough to Swindon to hire Captain’s Treasure, pick your date and book it now. No really; Book now

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home, Something Different

Breakout Unboxed: The Wizard’s Apprentice (Play at Home)

Published: 30 April 2021

Breakout Unboxed: The Wizard’s Apprentice (Play at Home)

With a strong narrative, traditional escape room style puzzles, and a bit of magic, The Wizard’s Apprentice is ideal for a family game night, or perhaps just for introducing someone to the idea of an escape room.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Society of Curiosities: Madok’s Lost Treasure (Play at Home)

Published: 22 March 2021

Society of Curiosities: Madok's Lost Treasure (Play at Home)

We waited a long time to play Madok’s Lost Treasure (and just as long to review it), and boy was it worth the wait! We loved everything about it, and finishing it was bittersweet. We were happy to complete our journey, but sad that it had to end

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Cryptic Enigmas: CSI Bristol – The Unusual Suspects (Play at Home)

Published: 7 March 2021

Cryptic Enigmas: CSI Bristol - The Unusual Suspects (Play at Home)

With physical and tangible items, The Unusual Suspects is one of the few games we have played in the last year that has come closest to truly replicating the feeling of an escape room at home, with loads of quality puzzles and the satisfaction of an actual lock to open

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Theory 11 / Neil Patrick Harris: BoxONE (Play at Home)

Published: 10 January 2021

Theory 11 / Neil Patrick Harris: BoxONE (Play at Home)

Everything about BoxONE is top quality, and it was truly a delight to play. Enthusiasts won’t find it overly challenging but don’t let that stop you, it was a true delight

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

DarkPark: Witchery Spell (Play at Home)

Published: 27 October 2020

DarkPark: Witchery Spell (Play at Home)

This is probably one of the most immersive play at home games we have played so far. It carries a premium price, but I doubt you will find anything else like it out there. We felt like it promised a bit more magic than it actually delivered, but it was still a delight to play.

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

The Detective Society: The Disappearance of Claire Makova – Episode One (Play at Home)

Published: 9 October 2020

The Detective Society: The Disappearance of Claire Makova - Episode One (Play at Home)

In their marketing, The Detective Society promises to deliver an “immersive, narrative-driven world,” and they certainly haven’t disappointed. If you enjoyed games like The Network, Hunting a Killer, and Missing, (among others), this is definitely one for you, and well worth the price.

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: Carnival (Play at Home)

Published: 14 September 2020

Trapped: Carnival (Play at Home)

As the easiest of the games on offer from Trapped, Carnival is a perfect choice for the whole family (aged 8+ according to Trapped). Thanks to the format and the puzzle styles, I can see this being a great hit at a children’s birthday party, or even the next family reunion

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: The Art Heist (Play at Home)

Published: 11 September 2020

Trapped: The Art Heist (Play-at-Home)

Trapped have raised the bar for my expectations from an escape room in a box. The Art Heist is possibly on the easier side for hard-core escape enthusiasts but would be perfect for a family get-together

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Epic Escapes: Hijack, Piracy, and Crime (Play at Home)

Published: 26 August 2020

Epic Escapes: Hijack, Piracy, and Crime (Play at Home)

The games from Epic Escapes are one of the only play-at-home experiences we’ve found that, when played correctly, can accurately and easily transport an escape room into your living room. If you’re looking for something to spice up your usual boardgame night, look no further

reviewed by Liz Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

Trapped: The Bank Job (Escape Box)

Published: 16 July 2020

Trapped: Bank Job (Box Game)

Christmas? Family holiday? Friends over? This could be what you’re looking for if you want a night of play at home escape room fun. Trapped takes the escape room out of the box and firmly plants it in your home. Experienced puzzlers won’t struggle with this game but there may be a few puzzles that have you scratching your heads for a few minutes

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

The Escapement: The Network (Play at Home)

Published: 10 May 2020

The Escapement: The Network (Play at Home)

With a well thought out story, great puzzles, and beautifully curated parts, The Network gets you as close to immersion as possible for a play at home game. 

reviewed by Gord Tagged With: Escape Boxes, Play at Home

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