Escape games are a great way to bond as a family, but many families struggle with a generational divide. Since escape rooms are a lot like real-life video games, playing them with multiple generations of your family can be a real challenge. Not only do you have to contend with different perspectives and skill sets, but you need to cooperate and communicate with them as well. Regardless of the difficulties this may pose, we still think escape rooms are a fantastic way to spend time bonding with those you hold near and dear. So, here are our top three picks for escape rooms to play with your fam ..read more

There’s a common misconception that there’s a correlation between intelligence and escape room performance. Do escape rooms require a high IQ? No, they don’t require a high IQ, but a higher IQ certainly helps when you’re facing a gauntlet of puzzles. If you have a high IQ, then you are likely more mentally agile, which means that your brain is flexible and able to problem-solve more effectively. But that doesn’t mean that a high IQ is necessary for escape room success. Using fluid intelligence Fluid intelligence refers to your ability to process new information, problem-solve, and learn. While ..read more

Escape rooms have been around for a while now, and by now you’ve likely played a few and gotten a feel for how they work. Just like any other kind of game, escape rooms have a learning curve; the more you play, the more strategies you develop. But sometimes that experience can be a double-edged sword. There are a lot of benefits to going back to escape room basics — here are some ways simplifying your approach could help you escape. Where to start The key to every escape room is the starting point. Try not to let previous escape rooms you’ve played dictate how you approach the one you’re tackl ..read more

Escape rooms are a microcosm of the real world — they reveal hidden truths about people’s personalities and interpersonal relationships. That’s why we can’t emphasize enough the importance of soft skills in an escape room. As Ann Kowal Smith pointed out in Forbes, “[…]‘soft’ is a bad moniker because it makes these skills seem easy, or dispensable.” (Smith, 2023) The truth is soft skills are anything but dispensable, and just as you need them in your day-to-day life, you need them when you play an escape room. What are soft skills? Soft skills are very similar to people skills. They are yo ..read more

In our never-ending quest to give you the best possible escape room advice, we decided to poll our team of experienced game masters to find out what the biggest mistake people make in an escape room is, and were surprised to learn they all share the same opinion. According to our esteemed game masters, the biggest mistake that people make in escape rooms is not asking for help. Now, that might not sound like such a big deal, but we can make a compelling argument as to why hints and game masters are an escape room player’s greatest assets. We give you hints for a reason The brilliant design tea ..read more

Escape rooms aren’t just about testing your puzzle-solving ability, they’re about immersing yourself in a thrilling story and having fun. At Escape Games Canada, we pride ourselves on building experiences that help you forget your everyday worries. While all of our games are dynamic, there are a couple that give you a little extra rush, either because of their gameplay or their story. Here are our top five most adrenaline-filled escape rooms. Mindshaft It seems obvious that there’s an extra measure of excitement in a game where you have to solve your way through a cursed mine to fight a demo ..read more

It’s finally summer, and that means long and lazy days–but, if you’re not careful, all that leisure time can turn your brain to mush. We’re not saying that you don’t deserve a break, you definitely do! But even when you’re enjoying some quality downtime, it’s important to keep your mind active, so we humbly suggest you play an escape room! Here are just a few ways that escape rooms can help you keep sharp this summer. A fun challenge doesn’t feel like a challenge Escape rooms have the ability to make you think without realizing it. When you play, you’re too busy exploring the set and having fu ..read more

If you’re a frequent escape room player, you’ve surely encountered your fair share of logic puzzles. You may not even realize it, but logic puzzles are popular in escape room design. You may be asking yourself, ‘What is a logic puzzle? How is it different from any other puzzle I might find in an escape room?’ We’re here to help you understand! Read on for a short primer on logic puzzles, what makes them tick, and our best tips on how to solve them. The basics The Oxford dictionary defines logic as “Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity”. That very reasoning ..read more

There’s nothing more satisfying than a thrilling, immersive escape room – except learning how you did after your game. That’s why we have our state-of-the-art scoreboard front and centre in our lobby, waiting to display the latest statistics of whomever has just played. Having live and up-to-the-minute stats adds to the excitement of the experience; everyone wants a fast time and a strong score! But sometimes the stats can be a little intimidating to read, so here’s a quick breakdown of the anatomy of our scoreboard. Finding your information Once you’ve finished your game, you may race back to ..read more

If you’ve never played an escape room before, the idea of visiting can be daunting. What if the puzzles are too easy? What if they’re too hard? Will the staff think you’re dumb if you ask a question? These are just some of the concerns that customers approach us with. Don’t worry, we’re not here to judge you, the team at Escape Games Canada is all about sharing our love of escape rooms and having a good time. We want you to feel welcome when you visit us, so with that in mind, here are a few things to know if you’ve never played an escape room before. How to choose If you’ve never played an es ..read more