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The Escape Game Chicago
The Escape Game Chicago
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8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 12:00 AM
About
The Escape Game is a live 60-minute adventure. You and your team will select a challenge and will have one hour to complete your mission and escape. We offer several unique experiences, all happening in a completely immersive environment. You may be in prison planning an escape, on Mars trying to repair a spaceship or in a museum stealing back a piece of art.
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Neighbourhood: Near North Side
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- Grand • 3 min walk
- Chicago • 6 min walk
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JoL
10 contributions
May 2022
Four of us (all adults, one family) did the Heist, successfully - along with our fabulous host, Colby. Simply could not have done it without him! Had a brilliant hour, clever clues. Loved it!
Written 16 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Father of Flavio
Chicago, IL2 contributions
Jan 2022
I went to the Escape Game to escape the nightmare that is my day-to-day existence--my wife and child, the job I despise, my crippling addiction to alcohol--And I gotta say, this place did not disappoint. Not only was I fully immersed in the riveting puzzles and detailed set design, but the family I was teamed up with was way better than the one I begat. It started out in a northern California wooded setting. WOW, right off the bat I was impressed. I was sizing up my teammates. I felt like it could be an even match if it came down to it. We swiftly found the first clue and were off to the next part of the room...a cabin. As confusion set in we searched frantically to find the next clue, this kid in there was a nuisance. He looked like Fabio, but if Flavio was a 9 year old boy who tried to get into everything. While we worked together we all felt a shock of connection. While searching for other clues, it got heated. Frabon started to hit things with a hammer, that's when I started pushing him around, and after that Fandango started pushing me around! I felt a real bond forming with every push. The mother and sisters started to laugh as they started pushing eachother around too, wildest thing my eyes have ever seen. We all ended up falling into a big dog pile. Wow, I thought to myself, is this what a real family is like? Not just coming home from my 9-5 wreaking of bourbon while my wife doesn't have any dinner ready and my son won't even look at me after what happend last summer. I won't go into it. Why do you have to keep bringing it up? My house smells like cigarettes because my wife keeps smoking in the living room. She just ashes on the ground. I don't mind my cigs inside, but she wouldnt bum me one, and my Camel Wides just ran out. Enough about me and my waste of life, this place is incredibly fun. No matter what troubles you're going through, this place will provide you with exciting fun that has nothing to do with the problems you're running from. And you might just find a second family in the process, if you're lucky like me. They even invited me to young Flauchio's quincineara. As the night came to a close, they invited me to dinner that night. After they looked at eachother, they said they would give me a ride home. When driving to my home they asked if I had a family. I told them, "I do now. You guys mean everything to me I can't go on without you," They agreed i should just move in with them. So we stopped by my house I told my ex-wife and estranged son adios amigos! i ran back into the car giddie as a school boy. As I jumped into the seat next to Franz Ferdinand we sang songs all the way home! i finally did it, i had a wife and a beautfiul son named faccia bread.
All in all, my journey to the escape room helped me into a new family! I will be back, 5 stars.
All in all, my journey to the escape room helped me into a new family! I will be back, 5 stars.
Written 23 January 2022
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Kimberly Davis
1 contribution
Nov 2021 • Couples
Explore everything! 😊 We tried the Goldrush experience and had a blast!! So much fun doing something interactive. We went from one room to the next so the stimulus keeps changing and the creativity is out of this world!!! I can't wait to get back to Chicago and try another experience. Thanks to the super friendly staff and those who gave us thoughful hints when we were stuck or being too concrete.
The Davis Family
Carmel, IN
The Davis Family
Carmel, IN
Written 15 January 2022
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Compass643269
1 contribution
Dec 2021 • Friends
My group and I did special ops! It was such a fun experience, and definitely had some good challenges during the game. Would recommend doing this one with a group for sure since some of the puzzles require some team work! There was 3 of us and we barely finished in time but completed the room! The staff was also super kind and fun! Would definitely go back for another game.
Written 30 December 2021
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Lasonya K
Houston, United States2 contributions
This was our first time doing an escape room and I can't wait to do it again. The people were friendly and helpful. There are 4 options to choose from. We did prison break and got all the way to the last room. It was and awesome experience!
Written 5 November 2021
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ss101529
Chicago, IL1 contribution
Oct 2021
We did the Heist Escape Room and had so much fun. There were so many unique puzzles that we were all able to contribute. This is a great team building experience and would highly recommend.
Written 28 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Peter T
15 contributions
Oct 2021
So much fun. Nice and complex, had a great night with friends. Highly recommended! The space was inviting, surprises around every corner and there are selections that will captivate any and all. We ran the special ops scenario and finished it. We were so happy I bought a t-shirt. I want to go back to do their prison break scenario.
Written 26 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Patrick P
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Couples
The Gold standard of Escape Games!! 3 couples - 3 games - because we loved it so much!! We booked 1 game and was offered a discount for a 2nd game on the same day and then after the 2nd game we got better discount for 3rd game in the same day.
Why did we do 3 games in one day? Because the level of detail, the creativity of the puzzles , and the challenge of critical thinking skills that was required. This is not your ordinary, run of the mill escape game. There are multiple rooms, hidden surprises and even some items that are just hidden in plain site. The staff was just amazing and they really paid attention to us. The puzzles in each game were different and unique. They aligned very well with the theme. We felt like we were the only ones in the place even though it was very busy.
One of the challenges that we had was trying to connect the different items/ codes/ sequences to solve the puzzles. We are thankful for the 3 free hints. It saved us when we hit a wall.
I’m from Ohio and drove to Chicago with some friends just to do this escape game and ended up doing 3! If you’re in the area or planning a trip to Chicago, this is an experience your will not forget. You will not be disappointed. You are immersed in the story and embody the character your supposed to play! Thank you escape game staff for an awesome and amazing experience.
Why did we do 3 games in one day? Because the level of detail, the creativity of the puzzles , and the challenge of critical thinking skills that was required. This is not your ordinary, run of the mill escape game. There are multiple rooms, hidden surprises and even some items that are just hidden in plain site. The staff was just amazing and they really paid attention to us. The puzzles in each game were different and unique. They aligned very well with the theme. We felt like we were the only ones in the place even though it was very busy.
One of the challenges that we had was trying to connect the different items/ codes/ sequences to solve the puzzles. We are thankful for the 3 free hints. It saved us when we hit a wall.
I’m from Ohio and drove to Chicago with some friends just to do this escape game and ended up doing 3! If you’re in the area or planning a trip to Chicago, this is an experience your will not forget. You will not be disappointed. You are immersed in the story and embody the character your supposed to play! Thank you escape game staff for an awesome and amazing experience.
Written 2 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Sheena A
3 contributions
Sep 2021 • Friends
So much fun! We got out with 2 mins to spare. Clues helped us. Mike was Great! Thank you. It was interesting and the clues were very exciting when we got it.
Written 12 September 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ladarren J
1 contribution
Sep 2021 • Family
Great first experience will be back have to pay very close attention to detail but it’s worth it. Go in a bigger group so u have more eyes and brains to help
Written 12 September 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Zoe S
Chicago, Illinois, United States1 contribution
Can you book a private room just for your party and if so does it cost more?
april10hill
Chicago, IL1 contribution
So if you go to book online, you can "reserve" as many spots as you want (until you hit the maximum, of course). It's public though. So, let's say you want to reserve an 8 max room. You reserve 4 spots for you and your 3 friends. If another party wants to do that room at that time, they can reserve the remaining spots. Then it would be all 8 of you in that room.
Really, unless it's gotten super busy since I went last, you should be fine. Especially if you book kind of last-minute, or at a time that seems relatively sparse (i.e. you're looking at the reserve page and none of the time spots around it are taken either).
You CAN ensure yourself a private room by reserving (and paying for) all of the spots, however in my experience this is not necessary.
Sescenee W
Brookings, OR104 contributions
We have a 2 day Chicago Go Card. We did the Escape room today. Can we do it again tomorrow?
Robotr0n
Chicago, IL2 contributions
It depends on what kind of Go Card you purchased. If you have the all inclusive, then you can visit each attraction once per day for most attractions (double-check in the guidebook for Escape game). If you have the Explorer pass, then you are only allowed once per attraction. Have fun!
Lyn D
22 contributions
How many people are allowed in to the room?
Elisabeth B
37 contributions
Eight people per room. There were 4 of us and 2 others in the first game, so 6 and in the second game 3 people joined us, so 7 total. You pay for however many are in your group and they can add another group to your game with a max of 8 people in all.
Cupidl0ve01
Madison, WI45 contributions
How much is a ticket?
rickthacker
Chicago, IL10 contributions
$34.99 for the three normal rooms (Heist, Gold Rush, and Prison Break), and $39.99 for the premium room known as Mission Mars. Mission Mars is very difficult and very different from traditional escape rooms as it has a lot of touchscreen and technology in the room. I would recommend it to those looking for a great time and a challenge!
Do we have to reserve ahead of time?
bacongirl1
Byron Bay, Australia15 contributions
Yes you do
cabwindo
Pittsburgh, PA
What times are available 2-18 thru 2-20? Age limits?
barrylee94
Chicago, IL
Times are available online & based on which room you want to play. I would say anyone above the age of 8 can play! Probably not as for really little kids.
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