Company XscapeNow

We’ve played most of XscapeNow’s lineup and this felt like their best yet. Big space, a really balanced puzzle mix with thoughtful tech, and when one element glitched at the end they swapped in a physical clue so smoothly we’d never have noticed. Top-notch theming and hosting, an easy must-do.

A must‑visit, even if you’re not local. Loved the cold start, and being able to use the facilities beforehand was a thoughtful touch. The set is fantastic, puzzles are varied, and the actors—Pree and Maddie included—made it hilarious. The unique ending caps an already brilliant room, and I’m keen to come back for the others.

Ridiculous in the best way: immersive theatre colliding with escape room design. The theming, lighting, and effects are top notch, and the actors keep the narrative humming. Puzzles hold up—no weak links—and the finale feels Disney‑level. I fully expect it to place in TERPECA. Don’t miss it.

The cold start is inspired and genuinely adds to the tension. Staff let us hit the facilities before, which was appreciated. Smart, tactile puzzles, hilarious cast, and a bonkers good finish. Loved it.

One of our team was over the moon with this room. Plenty of toys-and-tech vibes, superb signposting, and the story flows right into a frantic finish. Smart, original puzzles, strong build quality, and hosting with perfect timing made it a blast.

I didn’t know what to expect and walked out buzzing. It’s refreshingly different and asks you to get stuck in and interact—if that’s your thing, you’ll have a blast. The puzzles strike a sweet spot of clever and immersive, never grindy. Hard to believe this gem is in Telford; Sultan’s Secret is truly special. Go.

One of the best we’ve played in the UK. Performers and player interactions are woven in beautifully, and the puzzle variety is stellar. The humor lands, and the finale is a showstopper. Absolute must‑play.

I loved this one—spacious, some tougher challenges, and a touch of non-linearity. Signposting isn’t always obvious, so keep track of what you’ve done; you can even block progress on one step, though the host will rescue you if needed. It’s my son’s favorite at XscapeNow.

Great game with a quirky story. You start in a shrinking machine, then head into the author’s brain with clever sense-themed puzzles, before it flips into a wacky Wonderland set. Super fun overall and the hosts were brilliant.

This is tied for my second favorite at XscapeNow. The theming is great, and while it’s labeled very hard, it felt tough because there’s just a lot to get through rather than brutal puzzle logic. We escaped, loved how well the puzzles fit the theme, and the whimsy had us grinning.