Bringing the Escape Room Experience Home: Board Games at Escapism Chester

03/09/24

If you’re a fan of the thrilling, puzzle-filled adventures we create at Escapism Chester, you’ll be delighted to know that the excitement doesn’t have to end when you leave our doors. Thanks to our selection of escape room board games, you can bring the magic of escape rooms right into your living room. Perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or just a fun challenge with friends, these games offer a taste of the escape room experience in a portable, replayable format.

Why Escape Room Board Games?

Escape room board games have surged in popularity in recent years, and for good reason. They combine the best elements of traditional board games—strategy, teamwork, and competition—with the immersive, brain-teasing puzzles that make escape rooms so engaging. These games allow you to dive into intricate storylines, solve complex riddles, and unlock mysteries, all from the comfort of your own home.

Whether you’re looking for a way to sharpen your problem-solving skills, enjoy a unique challenge with friends, or introduce the concept of escape rooms to someone new, these board games offer a versatile and enjoyable experience.

Top Escape Room Board Games Available at Escapism Chester

At Escapism Chester, we’ve curated a selection of the best escape room board games available, ensuring there’s something for every type of player. Here are a few highlights:

1. Exit: The Game Series

• Why You’ll Love It: The Exit series is perfect for those who crave a deeply immersive experience. Each game in the series is a standalone adventure, with themes ranging from abandoned cabins to secret laboratories. The gameplay involves deciphering codes, solving puzzles, and unlocking clues, much like a real escape room.
• Difficulty: Varies by game; suitable for both beginners and experienced players.
• Replayability: These games are designed for one-time use, making them ideal for a memorable game night.

2. Unlock! Series

• Why You’ll Love It: Unlock! is a card-driven escape room game that simulates the experience of a real escape room. With different scenarios ranging from epic space adventures to classic detective mysteries, each game in the series is unique and offers a fresh challenge.
• Difficulty: Moderate; provides hints to help you through tougher puzzles.
• Replayability: While the scenarios can only be played once, the game itself is highly portable and perfect for taking to gatherings.

3. Escape Room: The Game

• Why You’ll Love It: This series offers an authentic escape room experience with a variety of themes packed into each box. It even includes a physical decoder device that adds an extra layer of excitement as you race against the clock.
• Difficulty: Includes multiple difficulty levels, making it accessible to players of all skill levels.
• Replayability: While each scenario is designed for a single playthrough, expansion packs are available to extend the fun.

4. Deckscape

• Why You’ll Love It: Deckscape is a pocket-sized escape room experience that’s perfect for smaller groups or on-the-go play. Each game involves solving puzzles in a specific order, with the outcome of one puzzle influencing the next. It’s a great choice for those who enjoy a streamlined, story-driven experience.
• Difficulty: Accessible for beginners, with clever puzzles that will still challenge seasoned players.
• Replayability: Single-use, but affordable and highly portable.

What Makes These Games Special?

The escape room board games available at Escapism Chester are designed to capture the essence of real-life escape rooms, offering a mix of challenging puzzles, immersive storytelling, and cooperative gameplay. Here’s why they’re a must-have for your game collection:

• Variety of Themes: Whether you’re into horror, mystery, adventure, or science fiction, there’s a game that will suit your tastes. Each game transports you to a different world, making every playthrough a new experience.

• Cooperative Play: Like our real-life escape rooms, these board games emphasize teamwork. You’ll need to communicate, strategize, and think creatively with your fellow players to succeed.

• Accessible Anytime: One of the best things about escape room board games is that they can be played anytime, anywhere. They’re perfect for those rainy days, family nights in, or when you’re just craving a mental challenge.

• Replayability and Expansion: While many escape room games are designed for a single playthrough, several offer expansions or sequels that keep the excitement going. And even with single-use games, the experience is so immersive and enjoyable that it’s well worth it.

Perfect Gifts for Puzzle Enthusiasts

Looking for the perfect gift for the puzzle lover in your life? Escape room board games make fantastic presents. They’re unique, engaging, and offer hours of entertainment. Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned escape room veteran or someone new to the world of puzzles, these games are sure to be a hit.

Visit Us at Escapism Chester

Ready to bring the escape room experience home? Visit our shop at Escapism Chester to browse our full selection of escape room board games. Our knowledgeable staff can help you find the perfect game for your next game night, or guide you towards the best options for gifts.

At Escapism Chester, we’re all about creating memorable experiences, whether in our escape rooms or around your kitchen table. So grab a game, gather your friends and family, and get ready to unlock the fun!