Escape room 12+
Death On Dartmoor
- Verified
4.79
2 - 6 people60 minutesAbove average
Company Devon Escape
Above average
Not scary
Without actorsActors
EnglishGame language
About the escape room
Following a robbery at a local jewellers, a body is found on Dartmoor with a ransom note claiming hostages have been taken.
You and your team have been called in to crack the case. Ascertain who is behind the kidnapping and where the captives are being held.
A hostage will be killed every hour, on the hour and the clock is ticking…
AI
Brief assessment
Navigator AICome for a sharp, story-first mystery with a real ticking-clock vibe and hosts who make you feel like pros. If you enjoy clever, fair puzzles over jump scares, this one’s a blast.
Location
AI Overview
AIPlayers consistently praise the welcoming, thorough game masters and smooth theming. Puzzles feel logical and tied to the narrative, with a good variety. A couple of groups finished in under 40 minutes, suggesting experienced teams may find it brisk. Same-day bookings and flexible hosting get shout-outs.
WeaknessesFew complaints surfaced; some teams escaped quite quickly, so veterans might want an extra challenge. Not much data on any specific weak spots.
StrengthsClever, well-signposted puzzles that fit the story. Friendly, attentive hosting that sets you up for success. Theming is cohesive and adds to the flow.
SecurityBriefings are clear and thorough, and the experience feels professionally run. No safety issues reported by players.
Level of fearDespite the hostage storyline, reviews don’t mention scares; it reads more tense than terrifying. Suitable for families and older kids who like crime mysteries without horror elements.
Actors' gameHosts and the GM get strong praise for being warm, clear, and engaged. Interaction feels supportive via briefings and hints, not intrusive roleplay.
Quality of riddlesVaried and fair with clean logic, and they make sense within the case narrative. The room feels packed with tasks yet flows well, rewarding teamwork over guesswork.
PlotA jeweller’s robbery spirals into a Dartmoor ransom case, and you’re racing to find who took the hostages and where they’re held. The countdown adds urgency without spoilers.
Difficulty levelApproachable for newcomers and mixed groups; guidance is solid. Faster teams may clear it in well under an hour, so seasoned solvers could find it on the lighter side.
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