There are two different escape rooms in the Ocean City area and this is, in my opinion, is the more laid back establishment. What is interesting is that with the laid back atmosphere, this place still delivered. What set this place apart from other locations is that you get to watch the instructions in the lobby before you enter the room. I feel this made for a better experience as we weren't crammed with our heads pointed upwards at a screen. We chose the Poltergeist room by looking at the website. We had no prior knowledge of the room, but it sounded fun to do. Once we got done with the instruction video we were led back to the room. Given a few reminders of the instruction video and set free in the room. What lacked here was the unenthusiastic interaction from the staff. I understand that they probably get bored a lot, but there was so much monotone in the voice. Once in the room, we kind of went through the motions and slowly figured out puzzle after puzzle. If you are afraid of the dark, this might not be the room for you, as you start in a nearly dark room, and it is a small, one room escape room. If you are a fan of Ghostbuster, you definitely need to try this room. The satisfaction you get from solving puzzle after puzzle and, if you are lucky, the final puzzle definitely gives you a feeling of accomplishment. However, if you are stumped at any time throughout the timeframe, you will hear a knock on the door and a clue will slide under to guide you along your way. Some things are kind of oddly put together, but some things, you might be able to skip on through. We kind of did that on a few things and ended up with almost ten minutes to spare when we completed the room. If you complete the room, they offer to take your pictures. And they post it to their Facebook page within a few days. read more

Escape room We had a blast! First timers and it was such a wonderful experience. The staff was fantastic and the room was better than I could have ever expected. read more

Escapomania Uptown - Escape room - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Doesn't look like much from outside in a strip mall but immersive room for the Black Sails Lost Treasure. Room was an 8/10 difficulty and with 2 people we had to get a few hints (we were close but missed a key item that threw us off) Puzzles on floor on walls in cubbies and tables, and At least one puzzle type that was new to us. More than 1-2 lock types too which made it more fun ... directional, letter combo, number combo, key, magnetic locks, we loved the magnetic lock ones putting things in right order and a door popped open very cool! This place's decor was higher end feeling than the other company in OC (we did that one the day before and glad we did it first or it might not have felt as fun with only like 2 Lock types and minimal decor) read more

This was my very first time doing anything like this my whole family came. It was an absolute ball. We loved it! I highly recommend it very cool. and staff people are very, very friendly. read more

Escapomania Uptown - The pirates treasure. - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Escapeomania is GREAT! My family and I have done nearly 100 escape rooms and consider ourselves "seasoned veterans". We did the "Black Sails" room here and absolutely LOVED it. It was challenging, engaging, fun, and VERY family friendly. The props and gags are of the highest quality, and the staff were incredibly friendly and supportive. They WANT you to succeed, and it shows. The cost is reasonable for the level of experience they provide as well... which, in the escape room business, isn't always the case. All in all, we really enjoyed our time as Escapomania... and would definitely visit there again. read more

Escapomania Uptown - Black Sails is a GREAT room! - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

This place was challenging but very fun. You have to decipher the different clues to solve the puzzle. Very great experience I highly recommend this. read more

This was my husband and I first time at an escape room. It was 4 of us. 3 of us never been before & 1 has. We decided to go with the Pirate themed room which was a level 9 (difficulty) and when I say it was intense. IT WAS! Team work is definitely required AT ALL TIMES. Highly recommend. read more

Escapomania Uptown - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

We were in town for a pickleball tournament and it was extremely hot so look for an adventure inside to do. Didn't get the young man's name in the uptown location but I've got to say how much we enjoyed this experience. Four seniors from 63 to 71 inexperienced at this kind of thing but it was fabulous. We now have a very enjoyable memory from this and mostly it was the young man running the escape room. So much fun a must do! read more

We enjoyed our visit last year! Looking forward to visiting today. Hoping for the coupon code.

This was our first visit to an escape room and we had no idea what to expect. Our host warned us the room we chose was the toughest one but the 4 of us weren't deterred. She gave us directions and tips and locked us in our room to begin solving our puzzles. It was so much fun! The four of us worked together and our host came in to help as needed. We didn't solve all of the puzzles in time - our host was right that the room was a tough one - but we didn't care. Our host showed us how to solve the remaining puzzles and she was so nice! We will definitely do this again!! read more

We did the Black Sails escape room and had a great time! We had a group of only five but were still able to escape the room with two minutes to spare. Our only complaint was that several different times, we attempted a correct action (I won't be more specific since I wouldn't want to ruin the game for future players) but nothing happened at first, and the staff would have to slip us a clue telling us to perform it again. I've done other escape rooms and haven't had that happen as many times at other places. If it weren't for this small detractor, I'd give Escapomania five stars. Be sure to use the Yelp coupon for $5 off per person! read more

We really enjoyed our 1st Escape Room experience at Escape Room OC. We were a party of 4 and we were join by a family of 6 that we didn't know, it was the best time! My husband who was hesitant in the beginning was saying by the end "I'd do that again!". My thirteen year old daughter and her friend had lots of fun working together with our new found friends at the escape room as well! Truly fun for the whole family! :) read more

We had a great experience here! This was our first time ever doing an escape room. It was just my boyfriend and I and we did the black sail room. We were super nervous but the guide, Asia, was super sweet and very informative. Whenever we were lost and needed some guidance to get us to the next key she would slip us a clue!! It was a great evening for my boyfriend and I! Lots of joking and laughing and we can't wait to do another one! Definitely would recommend. read more

Escapomania Uptown - Black sails room - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

We had a blast!!! It was to be our rainy day activity...yet it didn't rain. The time flew so fast we didn't even know our hour was up!! Can't wait to go back next year and try another room! :-) read more

I want to give this two different stars for two rooms - the Black Sail's Adventure 5 stars. We had a group of 6 last year and had a great time. Sherlock room I'd give a 3. We had a group of 9 (same original 6 plus 3) but we found it didn't have a good flow of clues. We felt we opened some things too early which led to confusion. We were slipped clues and towards the end of our time the door popped open. We were expecting to head to a second room because it ended so abruptly without a logical conclusion. Nope, that was the end. Without giving surprises away, we expected to have to solve the crime and determine which suspects were responsible with some items provided in the room but that never happened. Not really sure what it was we figured out. read more

My friend and I went a few days ago and did Mad Scientist Lab. It was AMAZING it was like an 8/10 and you needed to solve in 45 minutes and we were done in 38 minutes. The clues made sense, she was helpful when we were stuck. In all it was a very well done Escape Room. P.S staff was vary nice. Worth your money for being so cheap. read more

I'm so spoiled because I've been to many escape rooms before that were extremely well done. This wasn't the worst escape room that I've been to but very far from the best. We choose the Sherlock Holmes experience and with a group of 4 I found myself standing around at times because there was nothing for me to do. I'm used to more interaction than that. Some items in the room we not working so a worker had to come help us, in addition in the beginning she went over the instructions once we were in the room so fast, that we had no idea what we were actually supposed to be doing. We still aren't sure if we were supposed to escape or if we were supposed to find out the killer. We still don't know and we wish we did know. Once we were done, we were just let out to leave. We wished we had time to ask questions or find out while we were actually there. It is still a fun time, I would come back but there are some kinks to be worked out. read more

Went on a girlfriend getaway weekend. There were 10 in our group and it was everyone's first time. We did the Sherlock Holmes mystery and it was a challenge! Definitely required critical thinking skills and teamwork. This was the hit of the weekend, EVERYONE enjoyed themselves including the one's that were apprehensive of an "Escape Room". I can't compare it to others yet but we would return. Would give it a five star if they had more variety of games to choose from. Décor could use some help also. read more

Worst escape room I've been to. My boyfriend and I have done at least 12 different ones on our own, and we've done about 5-6 with other family members. This one had no flow, no logical reasoning, and the clues were pretty much pointless. When our time ran out, we said to the cameras, "I guess we're done." We said it again....nothing. We opened the door and they said, "OH!" like they forgot we were there! Bottom line (after doing so many of these): not a well thought out game, no flow, and WAY overpriced! $30 for a horribly thought out room? No. If you're in the area, drive the extra 15 min down to rehobeth beach...15 bucks all the time---weekday or weekend---and very well thought out games and great staff! Don't waste your time here. (Especially off season!) read more

We visited this location on Saturday part of a girls weekend. There was 10 of us all new to this adventure and we really enjoyed ourselves. The Sherlock Holmes mystery was very challenging and required a lot of team work. We would definitely do this ago with a different adventure read more

Escapomania Uptown - Escape Games Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

We thought this was AMAZING! We have played Escape Games all over the place and we all found this one to be exceptionally great. If you are new to the escape room genre, all I have to say is please try it. There is nothing scary at all about it. It's basically a room with a bunch of theme appropriate props in it and you have to figure out how they go together and solve puzzles to "solve the mystery" in under 60 minutes. I can't give details because I don't want to give anything away! It's SOO fun! We played the Pirate Room and I think the decor was creative and the puzzles even better. We did manage to get out in time and it was very fun and very thrilling. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND this for family fun on vacation or a rainy beach day. 5 stars isn't enough! read more

Escape Room tries to create a real-life version of puzzle-based video games such as Myst, Riven, and The Room. The concept sounds awesome: You're locked in a room with 1 hour to solve a series of puzzles and riddles to find the prize and get out. Unfortunately, it fails to deliver on the fun factor for a number of reasons, and charges you at least twice as much as it's worth. First, the decor. My wife and I selected the Pirate's Treasure Room. The description on the website evoked images of "Pirates of the Carribean." I expected an ornate set, wood-planked walls, maybe a pool of water or something. What we walked into quite literally looked like a dentist's waiting room that had been decorated for a child's birthday party with thrift store finds and dollar store toys. It's an 8' x 10' room with regular painted sheet rock walls and carpet. It looks exactly like every single windowless office you've ever been in, which is not exactly what you want to see when you're on vacation. There was a laminated treasure map scotch-taped to the wall, a vinyl jolly roger flag, and puzzle boxes that were locked with plain old master locks. An utter disappointment that provided absolutely no immersion whatsoever. Second, the puzzles. They're not in the least bit difficult. Some word games, a few riddles, and trial and error with keys and locks. My group only needed 22 minutes to complete the room, which roughly works out to $1/minute per participant. Speaking of which... Third, the group. For the pirate room, they book up to 8 participants at a time. The room is barely even big enough to fit 8 people in it. And if you don't book up the whole room, the empty slots will be sold to other people. My wife and I ended up getting stuck with another couple and their 4 young children (all under 9 years old). The kids ran amuck, rushing to solve all the puzzles themselves. We hardly got to participate at all. So basically I blew 50 bucks to watch someone else's kids have fun for less than half an hour. The takaway: This is Ocean City. You've got beaches, restaraunts, movie theaters, mini golf, amusement park rides, the boardwalk, a musuem... there are literally a thousand better ways that you can spend your money while you're here. I highly suggest you avoid this tourist trap and spend your money on something you'll actually enjoy. read more

So much fun! I did one in vegas and this one was sooooooooooo much better. Great themed rooms and great clues! It was set perfectly and the staff was so nice. I'd love to do another one! I just wish they didn't make you buy the whole room if you want to go with your group. But definitely worth it!! read more

This was an incredible experience! I had so much fun. It's a good boost of confidence when you're able to figure out all the clues. Encourages teamwork. My team was able to beat the pirate puzzle in 45 minutes. We wish it could have lasted way longer. Could have spent a whole day there. Really, really fun. Definitely recommend doing it with your family or friends. read more

I came here for my bachelorette weekend! It was such a great time, and we escaped in the nick of time! I would recommend this for any group who is looking for a great time! read more

I've experienced two rooms at the OC Escape Room: Pirate and Asylum. I much preferred the Pirate experience the best, and we happened to "escape" with 13 minutes to spare... but I decided to come back for the Asylum and although we didn't escape, I was less impressed with the room. Overall, I think the experience was great but if you're going to try out a room I recommend the Pirate room! read more

Made reservations for group of 6 (3 couples). Took the Pirate Room. Awesome fun, we all got into role of clue finders. This was our first escape room experience and will definitely do more. read more

Went last evening with a family of 7 for our first Escape Room experience. Had a blast! The staff was very friendly. We did the Pirate room and it was quite the challenge, but still very enjoyable. If you haven't done an escape room I would start with the pirate room at this location. Would love to go back and try the other rooms. read more

If you love solving mysteries and puzzles, this is the place for you! My boyfriend and I picked the pirate room and it was a little tough to solve. We ended up solving it though. It was definitely worth the money!!! We can't wait to try another escape near where we live. read more

Was very fun and challenging. A little bit pricey, but I would say it was well worth it and I will probably return next summer. Would definitely recommend. The descriptions online made it seem a little scary or creepy but it was just a room fitting to the theme of the puzzle. I'm not sure if they have a restriction to group size but I think 7 or 8 people would be reaching too many and would hinder your ability to solve the puzzles simply because of organization reasons, at least for the room we did (the office one). Anywhere from 1 to 7 people would be appropriate and anymore would be doable but crowded. read more

Very enjoyable experience. The rooms are well designed and offer a pretty decent challenge. If you go with a group of 4 or more people then you are really in for a good hour that you'll remember. read more

Fun, fun, fun! It was well thought out and put together and very very challenging! We will definitely be back when a new room is available. It's great for a date night, family night, or group of friends. The staff is entertaining, fun and so friendly! read more

Great experience!! Holy problem solving!! Definitely tough but makes it all the funner!! Cant wait to explore the other rooms!! Fun for all different ages because all can contribute by searching for clues...had a great time!! Thanks again read more

Agree with all the other reviews. This place is the best. 5 of us did the Pirate Room and found it to be challenging, entertaining, and VERY well thought out. Better than Vegas definitely. Staff was extremely friendly and made this a wonderful adventure. The time flew by and we were able to find the treasure just as our time ran out. Great surprise at the end too! Highly recommend this one.. will do it again! read more

I did the "Boss's Office" at the Escape Room. It was challenging, insanely fun and we solved it right down to the last second! Can't wait to do this again! read more

I went there yesterday and absolutely loved playing the game! the problems can be solved, and when you have difficulties,you get the hints, so you get a chance to try a detective role right there! Time went by so fast, we got the key, but,of course with a little help. The place is neat,well decorated and has an interesting setup. it has 3 rooms for ur choice - book one right now, if u r wondering what to do while u r in oc md !! read more