4) Setting up the room

 

Setting up each camp box takes less than a minute.  Simply place the box on a picnic table, on the grass or table.

The room box includes everything you need to setup the escape room for your family or church group:

• Room box with all components, locks, puzzles, items for the escape

• Setup manual

• One-page answer sheet

• Scenario summary

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How many room boxes do I need?

 

The ideal number of players in the room is 5 or 6.  The maximum number we recommend for a room is 8. If there are more than 8 in the room, players become disinterested, disengaged and even distracting.

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Operating multiple rooms at the same time adds to the escape thrill. Not only are the players racing against the 60 minute timer, but also the other teams.  Rent an extra room for the adult advisors!

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Can I play the room if I set it up?

 

Yes, all elements are included within the camp box and it is ready to play!  There is no advantage or hints given during setup.

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Monitoring the room play

 

The 'brick and mortar' escape rooms utilize a gamemaster or monitor with the role of host, watching the group, providing hints and troubleshooting problems during game play.  Usually, the monitor watches the players using security cameras in a control room. With a mobile room, it is a challenge to monitor the room without an elaborate setup.

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We came up with an innovative way for the group to obtain hints on their own. The room includes QRcodes on each puzzle and near each lock. When players are stuck, they simply scan the QRcode on the item for a hint/clue. More is explained in the setup manual.  It is recommended that at least one person still monitor the room(s) for youth groups with the one page answer sheet in the event that an item doesn't work or the group gets stuck.