{"id":24232,"date":"2021-09-22T09:51:34","date_gmt":"2021-09-22T09:51:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/?p=24232"},"modified":"2021-09-22T09:51:34","modified_gmt":"2021-09-22T09:51:34","slug":"how-do-escape-rooms-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/how-do-escape-rooms-work\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do Escape Rooms Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve probably heard of them before, but if you haven\u2019t experienced it for yourself, then it\u2019s time to give it a go. We\u2019re referring to escape rooms.<\/p>\n<p>These little rooms of fun will challenge you to think outside the box, collaborate with friends, family or co-workers, and solve puzzles, all under a ticking clock. While it might sound daunting to some people, these rooms are exciting for a range of reasons &#8211; particularly if you know how they work.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at that right now.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How do Escape Rooms Work? <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>That\u2019s the easiest part of the whole thing, as the name tells you all you need to know.<\/p>\n<p>You need to \u201cescape\u201d the \u201croom\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Basically, you are locked in a themed room (such as a zombie apocalypse or a mystery museum), and have to search and solve riddles, crack passcodes, open all the locks and find hidden items so you can get out of the room &#8211; before the clock runs out.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, you\u2019ll be given an hour to break free. If you escape the room before the timer hits zero, you\u2019ll win the game. If you don\u2019t, you\u2019ll be locked in there forever (jokes! You\u2019ll fail but be let free).<\/p>\n<p>You get to work in teams (usually between four to eight people) and have the luxury to choose between various escape rooms, depending on what the centre offers you.<\/p>\n<p>If you struggle with cracking clues, you can ask for assistance from the centre, who will give you clues on how you can proceed to the next step. Although, that really defeats the purpose of the whole game.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why Should I Try an Escape Room? <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Despite the idea that you\u2019ll be locked in a room, escape rooms are a very fun and popular activity.<\/p>\n<p>You get to work together as a team, make fun of the situation, and find yourselves immersed in a complex puzzle trying to escape. It\u2019s perfect for many groups and events, from birthday parties to team-building exercises.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the latter, many workplaces throughout the country use escape rooms as a way to help teammates bond, encourage teamwork fluidity and flow, and allow people to stand out by solving problems. We recommend it if you are looking to bring your workplace closer together while challenging them, then this option is for you.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_24234\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24234\" style=\"width: 1254px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-24234\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1254\" height=\"836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.reliablecounter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/escape-room-calgary-1080x720.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-24234\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Young adult people trying to solve puzzles to get out of escape room<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><strong>How do I Pick an Escape Room? <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If it is your first time, then always opt for the easiest option. Many centres (<a href=\"https:\/\/arcadiaescaperoom.ca\/\">https:\/\/arcadiaescaperoom.ca\/<\/a>) offer various escape rooms with different degrees of difficulty. It\u2019s best if it is your first time to choose the easiest room to escape, so you can get an idea of what to do (and how to win!).<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a pro and want a challenge, then choose the most difficult option available. Over time, you can look to beat the best time, making a team record.<\/p>\n<p>But you should always consider the funnest option available while thinking about what appeals to you the most.<\/p>\n<p>Take, for example, if you\u2019re into Indiana Jones and the mystery of artifacts. If there is an escape room where you have to steal an artifact from a museum or a temple and escape, then that\u2019s the choice for you. The same applies for those interested in pirates, murder mysteries or zombies. Most escape rooms have details about the process, so you are well-aware of what you\u2019re expecting.<\/p>\n<p>Always choose one that will appeal to your sense of fun!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Got any Tips for Escaping the Room?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We have simple tips that can help you knock out your room in record time:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Double-check everything in the room &#8211; Make sure you and your team go over all the items and puzzles in the room multiple times so you don\u2019t miss anything &#8211; clues are hidden anywhere and everywhere!<\/li>\n<li>Rotate your search &#8211; If you can\u2019t figure out a puzzle, let someone else give it a try. Rotating puzzles gives everyone a chance to break it<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t focus on a puzzle for too long &#8211; If you can\u2019t figure it out within a few minutes, handball the task off to someone else (like we mentioned above!)<\/li>\n<li>Communicate with teammates &#8211; Communication is key with teammates, so always make sure you are in constant communication with them<\/li>\n<li>Put all your items\/puzzles in one place &#8211; You\u2019ll easily be able to locate and use them when the moment calls for them<\/li>\n<li>Keep track of the time &#8211; Whether someone is counting down the minutes on their watch or asking the assistant for a time-check, keep track of the clock. That way you don\u2019t waste time on specific tasks<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t panic &#8211; Easier said than done, particularly when there\u2019s a ticking clock above your head. But if you panic, you\u2019ll lose sense of your mission and fail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Any Other Tips for Beginners? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One last one: have fun! Get your best friends, find an escape room that suits your tastes and give it a go &#8211; it will be worth it!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve probably heard of them before, but if you haven\u2019t experienced it for yourself, then it\u2019s time to give it a go. We\u2019re referring to escape rooms. 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