XscapeNow: Runaway Train

A great take on a classic theme. Loved the layout of this game and how it helped with the immersion. Great variety of puzzles and a satisfying ending (although could’ve been amped up a bit!)

My thoughts quickly turned to imagining an overstretched games master looking after multiple rooms, not watching games and delivering late generic hints about things we've already done. We've all seen it at usual suspects.

How wrong could I be. Our host was super friendly, enthusiastic and keen to talk all things escape rooms. The twice we asked for clues he immediately responded with a clue specific to our game. He must have anticipated the question and was ready to send - itbnakes me wonder what else he typed thatbwe didnt need. Unlike other gamesmasters we have had, he didn't overstep the mark and jump.in with clues, spoiling the 'ah ha moments' but the one time we had the right clue but just didn't press the button on the lock he jumped in to stop.us wasting time and spoiling our fun.

The game itself was huge, spread over multiple train carriages and featuring so.many styles of puzzle. Everything from real thinking puzzles to a really fun skill based puzzle easy enough so it won't ruin your game but tricky enough to make you feel good about yourself after succeeding.

The set was very immersive and you felt like you on a train rushing though the wild west the whole time.

Reviews persuaded us to make a detour on our trip to Birmingham and I am so glad we did. Next time we are in the area we will 100% be back to do more.

Xscape Now's Runaway Train is an absolute locomotive of fun! This is our top pick in Telford. The endless carriages of puzzles are packed with clever challenges, and traditional lock puzzles are given a fresh coat of paint, making every puzzle rewarding. The immersive atmosphere, complete with quality props and decor, enhances the experience. All aboard for an unforgettable escape room adventure!

Excellent game with unique puzzles, would thoroughly recommend. Lots of thought went into creating this one! We loved it. 

Played with two escape room newbies.

Lots to do, lots of fun.

When you’ve played almost 200 rooms it’s refreshing to find puzzles you hadn’t done before and this room had a few of them! We had great fun working our way through the runaway train and it was really on theme. A great host too and we can’t wait to see what they do next.