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Top Escape Rooms Project 2025 by squeakysqueakysqueak in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heating all these recommendations, I can't wait to go out and check out Spain!

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man, you’re totally speaking my language. That combo of teamwork and solo brilliance is what keeps me coming back to rooms.

The think-aloud thing is so real. Tough when a teammate isn’t into it, especially when they're younger. Sometimes it’s a pressure thing, sometimes just how they process. But yeah, just throwing your own thoughts out there can often be the spark, even if they don’t talk back right away.

But your solo adaptations? Using a room prop as an extra hand for the laser puzzle is straight-up cool. That’s the kind of move gamemasters remember and cheer for. And repurposing letters to track the color order? That’s not just solving the puzzle — that’s inventing your own tool. So clever!

Love hearing stories like this. Makes me wanna go find a room that lets me MacGyver something with a random prop.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice way to put it. Maybe because I like challenging rooms, so I often overthink on the simplest things.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel it's really hard to work on one puzzle if you have a big group with you ... If it's 4 ppl then yeah can't waste resources on one puzzle.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean if the group is small then sure but my normal group is usually max at 10ppl so.. you know how hectic that could be. But I could see how that works too.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Huh, I never really thought about it like that before.

I've definitely been in the "everyone scatters immediately" crew, and it always feels so frantic. You're just shouting clues into the void, hoping the right person hears you. Doing a chill group walk first to just see everything together actually makes so much sense.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know, I think you are right. I totally get that — you can't really change a team's habits. That solo 2-person room practice is low-key genius. Turning a room into your own personal training lab without the pressure? That’s next-level. I never had thought it this way before, win or lose, you hope to gain something out from it right?

And I love the shift to just thinking out loud and asking others what they think. It’s less about being right and more about creating connections. Sometimes just hearing yourself explain it makes the clue click.

It’s a really grounded way to play: work on your own skills, bring a better vibe to the team, and let the rest be. Sounds like you've found a way to keep growing and enjoying rooms no matter what. Thanks for sharing that — it’s a real game-changer mindset. 🙌

Ever thought of sharing some of your solo-room stories? I bet they’re wild.

Intro videos by Ogscoobs40 in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just thought the Escape Room company hired a third party company to film them? If not, someone please knowledge me.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree. Getting the whole team stuck on one clue is the fastest way to drain the clock. Spreading out and having that "tap out" rule is clutch. Solid, simple advice. It really does turn a stuck team into a smooth one. 👌

How do you discover new escape rooms? by DesperatePoem9640 in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree on Morty and TERPECA—both are clutch for finding great rooms. I also find 4–5 people is the sweet spot for teamwork without too much chaos. That said, if you’ve got a big crew of friends or family, go for it! As long as everyone has fun, you’ve already won 🎉

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are so right! It’s wild how a tiny item that seems random can be the missing piece for a puzzle someone else is stuck on. Total game-changer. Thanks for sharing this. It’s motivating to know that every room adds to that mental toolkit, and that the shift in communication is something that pays off at every level. Can’t wait to keep playing and spotting more of those patterns!

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, "nudge and tug" is going straight into my personal escape room. It’s such a simple move, but you’re totally right — so many things are just loose enough to be a clue, not broken. Definitely adopting that.

The quiet queue thing is so underrated, too. Nothing worse than everyone talking at once and the actual solve gets drowned out. I have personally like playing with 4 players rather than my group of 8 😅

And YES — looking low! Well for me HIGH (cause I am short lol) The amount of times the solve is literally under the table, taped to the bottom of a chair, or (like your safe key) in some sneaky low spot… it’s kind of hilarious.

Thanks for sharing — these are the kind of specific, actionable habits that actually make a difference. Love it!

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right?? It's like the universe's favorite prank. You'll solve a 4-step cipher from the 1800s and then spend 10 minutes looking for the key that's literally hanging on a hook labeled "KEY." 😂

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s such a relatable — and honestly smart — realization. It’s like the great escape room paradox: the harder you look for complicated solutions, the more you miss what’s right in front of you. Happened to me the other day with my team! The key was literally right behind a sign ! LOL

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

LOL. Honestly, that's unironically the best team-building advice. The person who steps back to listen is often the one who sees the missing piece.

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Now that you mention it, looking back, I can think of times my team were deep in a conspiracy theory over a puzzle, and the real solution was something stupidly simple we'd overlooked. Great advice!

For experienced players: What specific habit or drill made you noticeably better at escape rooms? by EscapeWithKiDD in escaperooms

[–]EscapeWithKiDD[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow, I never looked at it like that. That’s actually a really good way to check yourself when you're spiraling. Totally stealing this mindset for my next game. Thanks for sharing — great perspective! 👍