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Quick Summary
  • We recommend TV show The Mole, and video game The Case Of The Golden Idol.
  • Spooky season fans can get their fill of thrills this month, in our eerie escape room.
  • Our padlock-shaped plushie pal Paddy is sure to win the hearts of escape room fans.

Whether you’re looking to play a game, put something on television, or pick up a plush, we have a new set of fresh recommendations for you this month. As usual, the below has been hand-picked with puzzle fans in mind, so if you want to get clued in on our calendar suggestions, keep on reading!

Puzzled on what to do in October?
The classic green fingerprint logo for the television series, The Mole.

Entertainment Enigma Of The Month: The Mole

The Mole made a comeback in October 2022 on Netflix, but puzzle fans among us will still remember their first time seeing this show broadcast onto our screens in 2001. This thrilling reality competition, saw a group of contestants take on a series of missions, in a bid to add money to the prize pot. Seems simple, right? Well, it would be if the mole wasn’t secretly mingling in the group, and tasked to sabotage the team at every turn. Then, at the end of each action-packed episode, the contestant who knew the least about the mole was eliminated from the game. 

A screenshot from the video game the Case of the Golden Idol that shows the first case scene to be investigated.

Perplexing Puzzler Of The Month: The Case Of The Golden Idol

If like us, you have mandatory video game time at work…I mean…team building, here’s one to add to your to-do list. We enjoyed seeing the storyline unfold as we analyzed the occasionally unsettling scenes, uncovered artifacts, and ultimately pieced together all the evidence. If you want to know more, we have a whole article about The Case Of The Golden Idol. I just hope don’t meet any of those characters down a dark alleyway.

A shadowy figure with a pumpkin head stands menacingly against a purple lit background.

Orlando Offering Of The Month: Halloween Horror Nights

An October to-do list simply wouldn’t be complete without mentioning some kind of spooky offering. While not technically puzzle-related, escape room fans will likely crossover into those fans who also enjoy a themed walkthrough attraction. Whether you like a good fright, or just appreciate the immersion and fantastical theming that goes into these masterpiece mazes, there is so much to see and experience at Halloween Horror Nights

Ghostly figures appear in Fright Before Your Eyes.

Escape Effect Exclusive Of The Month: Spooky Escapes 

If you’re looking for a spooky escape this month, you can get your fill with Fright Before Your Eyes. Or if you’re looking to escape all things spooky this month, we have three other games which are full of fun, and guarantee mystery and intrigue around every corner! Take a look at our epic offerings here, and pick out an adventure which you and your group will enjoy. Whether you are a first timer, or a seasoned escape room player, we have something for you. 

A notebook open with a checklist being written inside on a page.

Obscure Occasion Of The Month: National Checklist Day

There’s nothing more satisfying than ticking that item off of a checklist. Such an occasion is so momentous, that they even made a national day for it! Why not double the fun and start a fresh page in a brand new notebook to celebrate?! If this scenario fills your heart with joy and puts a spring in your step, this day was made for you! Fun (ish) fact, the first checklist was created in 1935, as a result of the first aviation disaster. 

Paddy Padlock rides a broomstick against a moonlit sky.

Mystery Merchandise Of The Month: Paddy Plush

Hop on your broomstick, and fly on down to The Escape Effect, where you’ll find an awesome selection of gifts, perfect for puzzle-lovers! Top of the list? It’s gotta be our favorite fun-loving orange and blue pal, Paddy. Don’t worry if you’ve run out of fairy dust, because you can also find her in our online storeNow that’s magic! You don’t need a reason to want to bring home this adorable character, but if you’re looking for an excuse for Paddy to fly from our shelves, and into your heart, this month is Bring Your Teddy Bear To Work Day.

Spook-tacular solving!

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