An escape room is a physical adventure game where players are placed in a themed room and tasked with solving a series of puzzles, riddles, and challenges within a set time limit (usually an hour) to “escape” the room. The room is designed to immerse participants in a storyline or scenario, such as a mystery, a prison break, a treasure hunt, or a sci-fi adventure.
Players need to work together, using their observational skills, logic, deduction, and teamwork to uncover clues, find hidden objects, and solve puzzles that lead to the ultimate goal—unlocking the room or finding the exit. Escape rooms often involve a variety of elements like locks, keys, codes, hidden compartments, electronic gadgets, and interactive props that add to the immersive experience.