Operation: Escape Room game review

I’ve heard quite a lot about escape games, a physical adventure game where players solve puzzles to unveil the secret plot which is hidden within the rooms. I’ve read a few blog posts about it which sound so much fun. Well not there is a family version you can take part in, in the safety of your own home. Bring home the thrill of the escape room with Spy Code – Operation: Escape Room.

Spy Code – Operation: Escape Room

Choose a teammate to wear the escape belt and work together to free them. This exciting game has players collect three keys in challenges of skill, strategy and luck, before time runs out. You can test your spy skills and problem-solving nerve with three tasks deigned to make players work as a team.

What’s in the box?

Operation: Escape Room includes a master timer, a skill challenge with 2 sticks, a strategy challenge with 45 playing cards, a luck challenge, 3 keys and a set of rules to help you navigate the challenges. Batteries are needed but not supplied.

What did we think?

The children loved the look of this game as soon as they saw the box. They are the perfect age for a challenging game and this was very appealing to them. The strategy challenge has players complete mathematical puzzles, find patterns and solve problems to crack the code. The skill challenge tests your ability to navigate a maze, while the luck challenge leaves it all up to chance. Completing each challenge earns you one of the three keys you need to release your teammate.

The challenges were pitched perfectly and I enjoyed watching them work together. So far we have only managed the Green cards but I can soon see us moving on to the Green and Red cards. I really like that this game is suitable for ages 6 and over as it means we adults can play too!

Spy Code – Operation: Escape Room is suitable for ages 6 and over. It is for 2 – 6 players and takes 15 minutes for a game. The game costs £19.99 and is available from Smyths.