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The Shackleton Series: Episode 1 (Escape Mail) // Review

The Shackleton Series: Episode 1 is the first in a six-part escape game adventure from Escape Mail. After the success of the Family Secrets series and Shinobi: The Scroll, they…
January 27, 2025
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Escape Rooms Cardiff (UK) – Part 1 // Review

Escape Rooms Cardiff (ERC) is located in the heart of Wales' capital city, just a stone's throw away from Cardiff Castle. It currently features seven uniquely themed escape rooms, offering…
August 4, 2025
Posted inEngland Escape Room UK

The Escape Lodge (Overnight Escapes) // Review

The Escape Lodge is located on the site of Bodmin Holiday Park, which is situated between the north and southern coasts of Cornwall, England. It's the first overnight puzzle experience…
July 5, 2026
Taskmaster: The Escape Room (Ginger Fox) // Review
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Taskmaster: The Escape Room (Ginger Fox) // Review

Taskmaster: The Escape Room is a tabletop puzzle game from Ginger Fox based on the hit TV show, Taskmaster. In it, you must construct a 3D house and then complete…
March 16, 2026
The Magnus Archives Mysteries (Indie Boards and Cards) // Kickstarter
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The Magnus Archives Mysteries (Indie Boards and Cards) // Kickstarter

Indie Boards and Cards has just launched The Magnus Archives Mysteries on Kickstarter. For fans of horror, the supernatural and puzzles, these chilling mysteries will put your detective skills to…
March 13, 2026
Escape The Past (Edinburgh, UK) // Review
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Escape The Past (Edinburgh, UK) // Review

Escape The Past is an award-winning escape room company based in Edinburgh, UK. Steeped in history, all of the experiences provide a fascinating and immersive glimpse into the city's dark…
February 23, 2026
Fallen Star: The Emily Hemingway Case (Studio Stamp) // Review
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Fallen Star: The Emily Hemingway Case (Studio Stamp) // Review

Fallen Star: The Emily Hemingway Case is a cold case murder mystery file from Studio Stamp. When a long-buried cold case lands on your desk, your superiors hope that you…
February 22, 2026
The Rottumereye Tragedy (Knetterijs) // Review
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The Rottumereye Tragedy (Knetterijs) // Review

The Rottumereye Tragedy is a murder mystery experience from the Knetterijs art collective. In it, you must piece together the truth about a dead birdwatcher found on an uninhabited island.…
February 15, 2026
Treasure Map of The Red Kraken (Key Enigma) // Kickstarter
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Treasure Map of The Red Kraken (Key Enigma) // Kickstarter

Key Enigma has just launched Treasure Map of The Red Kraken on Kickstarter. The latest game in their ever-expanding catalogue finds players searching for hidden pirate treasure. Here is what…
January 13, 2026
Case Closed (Edinburgh, UK) // Review
Posted inEscape Room Scotland UK

Case Closed (Edinburgh, UK) // Review

Case Closed is an escape room and immersive mystery venue in Edinburgh, UK. Housed within Secret Solstice Games, a board game cafe and prime spot for creatives, it offers four…
January 4, 2026
Mockery Manor: The Murder Mystery Game  (Long Cat Media) // Review
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Mockery Manor: The Murder Mystery Game (Long Cat Media) // Review

Mockery Manor: The Murder Mystery Game is a new hybrid puzzle/murder-mystery game from Long Cat Media. The company is known for its popular podcasts, including Mockery Manor, The Ballad of…
December 17, 2025
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