TL;DRIf you’re looking for a reason to play at The Escape Effect, this is your sign. Well actually there are 150 of them in this article. From unique games, to exceptional customer service, and exclusive retail products too. Our list below features a plethora of reasons why you need to visit us next time you find yourself in Orlando.
When you’re looking for something fun to do, there’s no better place to go than The Escape Effect. We don’t just have four amazing escape rooms to choose from, but the whole package of an awesome experience. From the moment you walk into our bright and airy lobby, our friendly hosts will be ready to guide you through an unforgettable adventure, no matter which game you pick! We are confident you’ll leave feeling like the star of your own action-packed movie, with amazing memories to boot. Below, we detail 150 reasons you should come play with us, and if you’re still not convinced, we have another blog with reasons why we are the best escape room in Orlando you can read afterwards!
We have 4 BIG reasons here:
What Makes Our Games Different?
There are so many escape rooms across Orlando, you may be wondering what makes us special. Wonder no more!
Puzzle-Packed
- In our rooms, we have the best of both worlds. You’ll find fresh twists on puzzle mechanics, along with more familiar puzzles you know and love.
- Our games are designed by puzzle-people, for puzzle-people, so we know how important it is to make sure an escape room experience is filled with just the right amount.
- We offer both linear and non-linear game options to suit your play style. Whether you like to split up and tackle multiple puzzles at once, or stay together and tackle one thing at a time, we have games for you.
- We make sure our puzzles are challenging, but not difficult enough that you get frustrated trying to solve them.
Unique Longer Games
- We were the first escape room in Florida to break out of the 60-minute mold with the legendary At Odds With The Gods.
- …And we didn’t stop there, we not only have 90-minute games, but also 120-minute incredible games too.
- Playing our feature-length games with beautiful and immersive sets is guaranteed to make you feel like the star of your own movie!
- Our escape rooms feature unique themes that you won’t find anywhere else. From the depths of a medieval dungeon to a 1920s theater, you won’t find settings like these in other escape room venues!
- Every game is 100% unique. The Escape Effect is only in Orlando, and we don’t sell or purchase our games from other escape room companies.
- Love easter eggs when you play video games? Each of the posters in our lobby hold a hidden secret. If you’re lucky, you may be able to find them and get a real life cheat code for your game!
Impressive Environments
- All of our sets are hand-built by our team. Everything you see was conceptualized, built, and painted in-house by our own design team.
- We pay extra-close attention to the little details in order to create rich, immersive sets. We even themed some of our hint buttons!
- Our games feature top-quality sound design to make the games really come alive, including music that changes as time winds down.
- We build sturdy props that are well-designed to make each game feel engaging and fun.
- We understand the importance of maintenance, and make sure our escape rooms always look their best.
Customized Challenge
- Whether you’re a first-timer looking to try something new or an expert wanting to be put through their paces, our escape rooms can be customized for you.
- If you’re the type that likes a challenge, why not see how fast you can escape? You might just find yourself on our leaderboards.
- No two of our games play exactly the same way. You’ll take on a fresh challenges and elements in each room, using different skills and tools.
- Our lineup of diverse escape rooms offers something for everyone to enjoy, no matter your skill level or interests.
- We offer as many or as few hints or nudges as you like, so you can play the way you find most enjoyable.
The Overall Experience
- Whether you like playing escape rooms for the story, set, or gameplay, our games tick all the boxes.
- Our games don’t require you to have any outside knowledge.
- As you play our games, you’ll uncover secrets and twists around every corner that’ll keep you on your toes the entire time.
- Each game has a natural flow that keeps you engaged, for a super-satisfying puzzle-solving experience.
- Our escape rooms can be addictive. Many players will finish one game, then turn around to play another one!
4 Epic Adventures
Our games are so awesome they’ve won awards. No matter which of our rooms you choose, you’ll be embarking on an incredible adventure into another era.
At Odds With The Gods
- This 90-minute escape room is ideal for both first-timers and experienced speed runners.
- Everyone will enjoy adventuring through this ancient temple, but it will be especially appreciated by fans of mythology.
- The large footprint of this game means it’s great for larger groups.
- The game features challenge after challenge that’ll keep you engaged the whole time.
- You can even become immortal…ok not really.
Sherlock Studies
- This game is a unique combination of murder mystery and escape room.
- Featuring a whole 75-minutes of intrigue, it’s an incredible experience for those who like to get stuck into solving a crime case.
- Fans of story-based escape rooms will appreciate this immersive adventure.
- Not only is the game afoot, but a big reveal awaits you!
- There is even an alternate way to solve this game, ask your host after you’ve played!
A Knight To Escape
- At The Escape Effect, we have the longest games in Orlando, including this absolutely legendary 2-hour escape room.
- The puzzles rely on teamwork and communication, adding a new level of complexity.
- This medieval masterpiece features an awesome split-start, where your group will be placed in two different sides of the game.
- You’ll discover a unique puzzle within the game requires 4 players, and it’s super satisfying when you solve it.
- You can pretend to be the king of the castle, and maybe imagine leaving that one player locked in the dungeon.
Fright Before Your Eyes
- This game features a scavenger hunt, with eerie and exciting sound-based elements.
- We built custom technology for this game, like the SD-2000.
- Even though this is the spookiest of our games, it’s still absolutely family-friendly.
- Ever wanted to be a ghostbuster? Now is your chance!
- If you enjoyed uncovering the sinister secrets of illusionist Victor Strange, we even have an accompanying comic book!
Brain-Boosting Benefits
Did you know playing an escape room is more than just a fun time for you and your friends? They also have many health benefits, yes, really!
Escape Rooms Are Good For You
- Escape rooms are a fun, dynamic, and exciting way to relieve stress.
- The communication and critical thinking skills that you learn during gameplay can help you in your everyday life.
- Our games encourage players to think outside of the box and can boost creativity.
- Successfully solving puzzles gives a sense of achievement that can improve confidence.
- Cleverly-designed puzzles offer a rich and satisfying challenge, but they’re not so difficult that they’re frustrating.
- Our escape rooms will get your blood pumping as you race against the clock.
- These days, it’s healthy to have time away from screens. In an escape room you unplug from the rest of the world and just enjoy yourself.
- The adrenaline rush and the sense of accomplishment after beating an escape room is second to none!
Always Here To Help
If you are in any doubt as to how much our hosts love to give guests an awesome experience, just look at our reviews!
Before Your Game
- Our hosts provide exceptional customer service, and are more than happy to answer any questions you have before, during, or after your game!
- We keep our escape rooms clean and maintained.
- Our hosts make sure everything is in place for your game before you arrive.
- Looking for recommendations of which game to play? Just ask us! We’ll gladly help you decide the perfect game for your team.
- Only the game is left a mystery, you’ll get instructions before your experience so you know exactly what to expect when it’s time to play.
- Checking in is also a breeze. Just tell the host your name and game when you arrive. They’ll greet you and walk you through everything you need to know.
- Making a reservation is super easy. Just book online or call a host!
- We have a flexible rescheduling policy, allowing you to make changes up to 4 hours before your game begins.
In The Game
- We’re happy to make accommodations for your team. If you have someone that’s afraid of the dark, we can turn the lights up. We can also adjust the audio volume or make other small adjustments so that you’re comfortable in the game.
- Your host is always watching your game attentively, ready to give you hints or advice when you need it.
- During your game, you can ask us for a nudge if you get stuck, rather than a full hint.
- Unlike other places with 3-hint limits, you’ll never be penalized for asking for help. Ask for as many hints as you want!
After The Game
- Sometimes you may have questions after your game, or wonder how a particular puzzle was solved, our hosts are happy to go over any queries you might have!
- When you win, we win! We love celebrating your success with you.
Our Core Values
We pride ourselves on offering the fun and friendliness of a locally-owned small business, but with the quality of a major theme park attraction.
Who Is The Escape Effect?
- The Escape Effect is friendly and inclusive to everyone.
- We are made up of a small team who are all passionate about games. We not only create escape rooms, we love to play them too!
- Our escape rooms are always private. You never have to worry about being grouped together with strangers.
- All of our games are ADA-compliant, so everyone can participate. We don’t have climbing challenges or narrow hallways that limit who is able to play.
- Our escape rooms are always available, in rain or shine, 365 days a year. Rainy days won’t stop you from having a great time.
- Not only do we design and build our own rooms, but we create custom technology that allows for more inventive tools and puzzles you won’t find elsewhere.
- As a Mom-and-Pop shop rather than a large chain, you’ll feel good about supporting a small local business!
- We have a blog where we write puzzle-related content, including escape-room-adjacent game and movie reviews.
Award-Winning Fun
- The Escape Effect has been voted the #1 Entertainment Experience by Orlando Magazine readers for 6 years running!
- We are loved by the enthusiast community, praised by players, and loved by locals…and we have the awards to prove it!
- We’ve received countless accolades from multiple different magazines and organizations over the years.
Located In Orlando
- Beat the heat with an indoor activity, that Florida sun can get hot!
- We are conveniently located on International Drive, so you can visit many other fun places after your game.
- Are you in the area to go to a convention? Take some time out to enjoy an escape room!
- Attending MEGACON? Stop by, even in costume, and we would love to host you!
- Our rooms offer theme park-quality fun without the long lines or massive crowds.
- If you are here visiting the parks, it’s important to build a rest day into your busy schedule, so why not take a day out to enjoy good food, browse around a mall, and play an escape room.
Incredible Value
- We have special promotions all throughout the year, there’s always something fun coming up to look forward to.
- We offer the best escape room prices in Orlando! When you look at the length of our games, the price per hour of gameplay is incredible value.
- In addition to our great rates, we have amazing every day offers! From military and education, to Florida resident discounts!
- Whether you are an Early Bird or a Night Owl, there’s a way to get a good deal.
- If you work at one of Orlando’s famous theme parks, make the most of our offers especially for Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld employees.
- We have transparent pricing with no hidden or surprise fees.
Fun For All Ages
Does gathering the extended family using end up in arguments? Perhaps everyone wants to do something different? At The Escape Effect the decision is simple, since our escape room experiences are fun for the whole family!
Entertain The Kids
- Our games offer a fresh break from the daily routine in a safe, controlled environment.
- Escape rooms are fun for kids, and they’ll help them gain knowledge and learn skills without even realizing it!
- They will also learn problem-solving in an entertaining way with our puzzles.
- If you are a teacher, get out the classroom and take a field trip to an escape room.
- Our games don’t have jump scares or scary themes, we guarantee that all our experiences are 100% family friendly.
- Perhaps you have a grumpy teenager who is reluctant to hang out with the family? You might be surprised by how much they enjoy an escape room.
- We run discounts for especially for kids, and the under 5’s of the family play for free!
Fantastic Family Reunions
- With beginner-friendly games and the ability to customize your experience, The Escape Effect is a great place to introduce your family to escape rooms.
- This unique experience will create lasting memories with your family that you’ll talk about for years to come.
- People of all ages can join in, it’s a great way to bring multiple generations together.
- Nobody sits on the sidelines in our escape rooms. There are ways for everyone to participate in the game.
- Escape rooms have everyone working together, so put aside your differences and bond.
- You may even start a new family tradition, and make playing an escape room together a regular thing!
Celebrate With Us
Got a special event coming up? Instead of going to the same old places as usual, why not try something different and celebrate with us at The Escape Effect!
We Make Events Awesome
- If you have 15 or more players in your team, we have special group rates for your event.
- Whether you have 4 players or 40 (or maybe more!), we are happy to host your party.
- We offer exclusive group packages to take your event to the next level, and we can provide recommendations for local food and entertainment to keep your party going after your Escape Effect game.
- We know you’ll remember the awesome time you’ve had, but getting a group photo after your game will provide an extra-special memento.
- Are you a people pleaser? Our escape rooms are a unique and exciting outing that’s sure to be a hit with everyone!
Make It A Date
- The Escape Effect is the perfect place to bring your partner in for a date night, or grab some friends and make it a double date.
- Playing an escape room helps you build a bond together and solidify what an unstoppable duo you are.
- It’s the ideal date activity to get to know if you are compatible with a potential partner.
- Did you know, we even have retail products especially for couples so you can show your love for each other and for puzzles.
- Escape rooms require strong communication and problem-solving skills, which are also important facets of any relationship.
- Since Orlando is a popular honeymoon destination, why not stop by during your vacation and play your first escape room as a married couple!
Team Building
- Playing an escape room with work colleagues is a great way to get to know your team, and can be a fun ice-breaker.
- You can boost your leadership skills, after all, coordinating the team is important if you want to beat an escape room!
- Time management is critical in escape rooms, even when you have 2 hours… so why not practice your time management with us!
- Our escape rooms are great for encouraging better communication, since many of our puzzles rely on sharing information.
- When you work together with your team, you’ll foster better, lasting relationships. Everyone will be celebrating when you beat a challenge together.
- The holidays are a great time get out the office, and treat your colleagues to an outing that everyone will enjoy.
Puzzle Party
- There is no better way to party, than by celebrating an epic escape together with your nearest and dearest.
- Whether it’s a birthday, graduation, baby shower, bachelor, or bachelorette party, an escape room makes for an awesome venue.
- If you contact our team in advance, we can coordinate adding a gift or note provided by you, for that special someone to find during the game!
- If you are looking to head out for food after your game, you can redeem one of our eat and escape offers!
Make The Holidays Magical
- We are open every day of the year, including Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day…and we would love for you to join us!
- Our hosts love to decorate for the spooky and festive season, so you’ll feel that holiday magic as soon as you set foot into our lobby.
- What could be better than counting down on New Year’s Eve, while counting down to your escape in one of our experiences?!
- We run several seasonal events and discounts during the year, subscribe to us on social media so you don’t miss out.
- During the holidays we have extended hours, so you’ll be able to fit some fun into your busy schedule.
Spice Up Your Event
- Why not play one of our escape rooms in costume? If you are not brave enough for a full outfit, you can always don a deerstalker cap for Sherlock Studies.
- We offer an incredible overnight escape room experience. Your team can play games all night, and get an exclusive collectible coin.
- Many people have proposed to their future spouse in our games! If you have a puzzle-loving partner, our hosts are happy to help with your own extra-special escape room surprise!
Unique And Exclusive Merchandise
We don’t just have escape rooms! The Escape Effect also carries exclusive escape room-themed merchandise, loved by enthusiasts and casual players alike.
At Home Games
- Once you’ve played At Odds With The Gods, you’ll want to check out our mythological card game, Cards At War! It’s a fresh take on a classic, with a bonus puzzle hunt!
- For fans of tabletop RPGs, our Game Master’s Guide, Riddles & Relics: Camelot is a standalone campaign as well as being compatible with 5th edition! It’s also packed with puzzles, so it’s perfect for escape room players.
- We also stock Fanatics Gone Bananas: Escape Room Edition from Squazzed, a card game that will make an escape room enthusiast’s sides split with laughter.
- Are you a family that plays escape rooms together? If so, you might have young kids who would enjoy our tile-matching game, Pick Up Locks!
- If you’re an escape room fan, you’ve probably heard of Box One. We loved it so much we reviewed it on our blog, and we also stock it in store and online along with several other Theory 11 products.
For Puzzle People
- Share the fun with our Puzzle Postcard Set where you can send and solve 12 different Sherlock-themed pocket-size puzzles.
- We have punny puzzle slogans on shirts, magnets, and keychains, that will tickle any escape room fan’s funny bone!
- The Escape Effect supports everyone, and we even have our own line of Pride magnets!
- We stock Escapography products, and we know escape room enthusiasts will love using the Scratch-Off Poster and Passport Notebook to log their escapades!
- Say ‘I love you’ and ‘Let’s put a puzzle together’ with our escape room-themed jewelry.
- If you like collecting a souvenir wherever you go, we have coins and pins for each game that will serve as a fun reminder of your experience.
- We are always working on new products that will resonate with escape room players, so stay tuned for our future projects!
Your New Pal Paddy
- Our totally loveable mascot Paddy Padlock even has her own plushie. Why not take her home today for hugs-a-plenty!
- Want to carry Paddy around wherever you go? We have a keychain too!
- We firmly believe Paddy is not just for kids, everyone needs their own Paddy no matter if you are 9 or 99 years old!
Need A Gift?
- Our friendly hosts can recommend and demonstrate any products you are interested in before or after your game, so you can get a closer look at what we offer.
- We have several gift guides for any occasion, including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and even suggestions especially for kids!
- Not only do we stock all our products at our Orlando location, but we can ship to anywhere in the US from our online store too!
- Not sure what to get that difficult-to-buy-for individual? Pick up an escape room gift card to share your love of puzzles!
- No matter your price range, we have a gift that will fit. We have items starting at just $4.99, and plenty of stocking stuffers for holiday gifting.
Come see for yourself!
Now you know all the reasons why you should come to The Escape Effect! If you’re ready to book a room, call (855) 426-3372 or book online today.
