How to Choose the Best Escape Room Adventure at REACT Premium Escape Rooms

Choosing the perfect escape room adventure can feel overwhelming—especially when each game offers a unique storyline, puzzle structure, and difficulty level. At REACT Premium Escape Rooms, every adventure is hand-built and thoughtfully designed to deliver immersive experiences for all types of players.

Whether you're planning a team-building event, a family outing, a birthday party, or a night out with friends, this guide will help you find the escape room that fits your group best.

What to Consider Before Booking

When selecting your escape room, consider these key factors:

• Group size

• Experience level

• Preferred difficulty

• Lighting and atmosphere

• Linear vs. open-path gameplay

• Age range and maturity level

• Purpose of the visit (team building, party, date night, etc.)

Below is a breakdown of all five REACT adventures to help you decide.

Raiders II and the Rooms of Doom – Our Most Complex Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

Recommended players: Up to 15

Best for: Large groups, team building, experienced players

Story & Theme

Step into a legendary treasure hunt inspired by classic adventure films and real Connecticut folklore. This mission draws from the tale of the infamous pirate David Marteen, who allegedly buried priceless treasure somewhere in Granby, CT. Your team begins inside a remote cabin that has recently been discovered, rumored to hold secret clues left behind by those who once sought the treasure.

As you investigate, you’ll uncover hidden symbols and mysterious stones believed to serve as a map—guiding you closer to the lost fortune. The deeper you dig, the closer you get to solving one of history’s greatest local legends.

Room Setup & Atmosphere

The adventure begins in a large, open, well-lit cabin space where multiple puzzle areas are accessible immediately. Larger teams can split into smaller groups and tackle different sections at the same time, while smaller teams will need to work more independently to progress.

The space is filled with rustic details, old maps, and cryptic markings that enhance the treasure-hunting experience. As the mission unfolds, the environment subtly transforms, leading players through unexpected transitions and atmospheric shifts. Without giving too much away, your journey will take you through a narrow, dimly lit passage that opens into a dramatically different setting—one that feels ancient, secluded, and worthy of guarding something truly priceless.

This room is ideal for:

• Corporate team building

• School groups and camps

• Birthday parties

• Families

• Puzzle enthusiasts seeking a true challenge

If you're looking for a high-energy, multi-path experience that pushes teamwork and communication to the next level, Raiders II is your room.

Inside the Raiders II and the Rooms of Doom

The Haunted Mansion – A Spooky, Story-Driven Escape

Difficulty: Easy

Recommended players: Up to 10

Best for: Beginners, small groups, date nights

Story & Theme

A mysterious mansion hides dark secrets, and only the keen mind of Sherlock Holmes can uncover the truth. Players step into a Victorian-era mystery filled with strange occurrences, hidden passageways, and eerie discoveries.

Room Setup & Atmosphere

This escape room is designed as a series of average to small-sized rooms that guide players through the story. Expect vintage décor, bookshelves, antique furniture, and candlelit hallways. Lighting is moody but comfortable for all ages.

Sherlock Holmes and The Haunted Mansion is our most linear escape room design. While there are multiple starting points, teams ultimately progress together.

This is our most beginner-friendly adventure, featuring the fewest total challenges. It's perfect for players of all ages and those new to escape rooms.

This room is ideal for:

• First-time players

• Couples and date nights

• Small groups

• Families with younger players

If you're looking for a fun introduction to escape rooms with a spooky twist, this is your best choice.

Inside The Haunted Mansion: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

The Hungover Games – Party Energy & Competitive Fun

Difficulty: Moderate

Recommended players: Up to 12

Best for: Mixed experience levels, parties, friend groups

Story & Theme

You and your crew have been recruited into an underground drinking competition hidden inside a sports bar. The stakes are high, the challenges are wild, and only the smartest team will make it out victorious. While no actual drinking is involved, the story leans into playful party energy and humorous competition.

Room Setup & Atmosphere

The space is designed to look like a lively bar with bar stools, sports memorabilia, scoreboards, and hidden puzzle elements. The room is colorful, energetic, and packed with interactive props. Multiple puzzle paths branch out across the space, letting larger groups split up and race against each other to solve challenges.

This room is ideal for:

• Birthday parties

• Bachelor and bachelorette parties

• Friend groups

• Corporate outings

If your group loves humor, competition, and a lively atmosphere, The Hungover Games delivers an unforgettable experience.

Inside The Hungover Games

The Strangest Things – Immersive & Mysterious

Difficulty: Moderate

Recommended players: Up to 15

Best for: Large groups, immersive experiences

Story & Theme

Strange experiments, government secrets, and unexplained events have turned reality upside down. Players are dropped into a mysterious graveyard that leads to a secret lab where something is terribly wrong. Your mission is to uncover what happened, restore balance, and escape before it's too late.

Room Setup & Atmosphere

This adventure features large, dimly lit spaces that create suspense and immersion. Expect industrial details, secret labs, eerie corridors, and hidden compartments. The room feels cinematic and intense, perfect for players who love atmosphere. Like Raiders II, it offers multiple starting points and puzzle paths so teams can split up and collaborate across different areas.

This room is perfect for:

• Team building events

• School groups and camps

• Parties

• Families

• Escape room enthusiasts

If you enjoy immersive environments with a cinematic feel, The Strangest Things offers a thrilling adventure for all experience levels.

Inside The Strangest Things

Jurassic Jungle – Family Friendly Fun

Difficulty: Easy

Recommended players: Up to 10

Best for: Families, kids, beginners

Story & Theme

You’ve signed up for a cutting-edge time travel expedition—but something goes terribly wrong. A malfunction in your time craft sends your team spiraling back millions of years into prehistoric times. Now stranded in a world ruled by dinosaurs, your mission is clear: rebuild your damaged time craft before you’re discovered.

Working together, your team must restore power, repair critical systems, and find the components needed to escape the Jurassic era. Time is ticking, and danger is closer than you think. This adventure focuses on exploration, discovery, and teamwork in a playful, family-friendly way.

Room Setup & Atmosphere

The adventure begins inside a futuristic time machine, complete with glowing controls, high-tech panels, and immersive sci-fi elements. As the story unfolds, the environment dramatically transforms into a jungle-themed world filled with vines, foliage, crates, and dinosaur props.

This shift in scenery creates a fun “two-worlds” experience—starting in sleek, futuristic surroundings and evolving into a vibrant prehistoric jungle. The layout is intuitive and welcoming, making it perfect for first-time players, families, and younger adventurers.

This room is perfect for:

• Families with children

• First-time players

• School groups

• Casual players

If you're looking for a lighthearted, adventurous escape room that everyone can enjoy, Jurassic Jungle is your go-to experience.

Inside the family-friendly Jurassic Jungle

Which REACT Room Is Right for You?

• Want the hardest challenge? → Raiders II

• First time playing? → Sherlock Holmes

• Party vibes? → The Hungover Games

• Immersive mystery? → The Strangest Things

• Family fun? → Jurassic Jungle

No matter your group size or experience level, REACT Premium Escape Rooms has an adventure designed just for you. Ready to choose your challenge? Book your escape room today and start your mission. →Book Now