Escape rooms is one of the fun ways of running a test on your problem-solving skills while working with friends, family, or even coworkers. Just in case this would be your first, you might feel a bit nervous. That’s just fine! Here’s how you can prepare yourself for your first escape room experience.
- Understand the Concept
It is very essential to know what you expect to happen when you’re going into an escape room. The escapades are game rooms where participants find themselves locked or trapped inside a themed room. The goal there is to solve puzzles, find concealed clues, and do the different tasks set to get out of it within a specified time, usually 60 minutes.
Every room has its theme. You could have a room resembling a pirate ship or that haunted house or even the more exciting spy mission. Be certain that you choose a theme that excites you.
- Choose Your Group Wisely
Escape rooms are team-building activities. As such, it is essential to choose your team wisely. You should play with good communicators. Work as a team; you need different skills to solve puzzles. A mix of people will help. Some people are good at spotting hidden clues, and others at solving logic puzzles.
- Wear Comfortable Outfits
You do not have to wear anything special for an escape room, but you can dress comfortably. You can run, jump, stretch, crouch, or get at high spots and spots where you can look out windows to find clues, so wear easy to move in clothing, and avoid wearing high heels or anything that might make you feel awkward.
- Teamwork
The escape room games work around the idea of team work. So, don’t try to take on the world on your own. Instead, work together as a team while in the escapades! Share your findings with your team and hear what they have to say. Sometimes, it seems like a puzzle can’t be solved until someone has pointed out a detail you missed. Keep talking with your team-you never know when something will come to life through your conversation.
- Time Management
Usually, the escape games have a particular time limit. Thus, you must not spend excess time in trying to solve just one challenge! If you are really stuck on one puzzle, feel free to check another clue or ask your team for help. In fact, to save time, a few escape games may even allow you to ask for hints from the gamemaster. So, don’t be afraid to use those hints if you need them!
- Keep Calm and Enjoy Yourself
If you cannot solve a puzzle, do not get frustrated. Stay calm because escape rooms are meant to be hard, but they are also meant to enjoy. It is just a game after all! You’re there to spend time with friends, and if you do not escape, forget about it.
Conclusion
Your first experience will be a fun one! So, get your team right, work together to help you achieve the target. However, finally, while in an escape room game, never forget to enjoy every moment and have fun with your time. Good luck and happy escaping!
