Company CTRL ALT ESC - Escape Rooms Margate

This was our standout game at the venue. Beautifully built with a fun concept, plenty of variety, and some good laughs; puzzles lean on observation and communication, there’s a clever padlock idea, and the in-character GM fits the era perfectly. Tip: avoid shorts because there’s some crawling and my knees complained.

Felt like stepping into a goofy game show in the best way. Mid-game side missions for extra ‘cash’ were clever, and the scoring push kept us hustling. We left sweaty and grinning.

Loved the period touches and that smart padlock mechanic that unlocks different bits as you go. Communication mattered more than raw puzzle grind, which our group enjoyed. Solid evening out.

Our favorite at Ctrl Alt Esc by a mile. The humor lands, the puns are gold, and the puzzles vary just enough to keep everyone involved. Escaped with a few minutes left and big smiles.

Loved the set dressing and the trolley gimmick—simple idea, executed brilliantly. It’s more about speed and teamwork than gnarly logic, which suited our group just fine.

Different from every escape room I’ve done. Fair tasks, clear goals, and a joyous theme that never lets up. Would happily replay with a bigger team.

Family-friendly and upbeat. My teen loved the wordplay, and nothing felt unfair. Not super hard, but satisfying. I only wished for one big wow moment.

We laughed a lot, especially at a ridiculous horse gag, and still got that sweet puzzle payoff. Family-friendly, zero scares, just good vibes with an in-character host. Top pick from our trip.

Loved the back-to-school vibe and all the cheeky wordplay. It felt like a mini jailbreak from detention, and the puzzles clicked nicely without feeling repetitive. Simple props, smart use. We left grinning.

Rich set, great lighting, and the music sealed the vibe. Puzzles felt fresh but fair, with a couple of grin-worthy reveals. Left smiling and already planning our next room.