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Dad Plays FREE on Father's - [Graduation Gift Cards](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/graduation-gift-cards/) - Graduation Gift Cards in Anaheim: Celebrate Their Achievement with an Unforgettable Experience Graduation is more than a ceremony—it marks years of hard work, long nights, determination, and growth. When it’s time to celebrate that accomplishment, many people default to cash or ordinary gifts. But if you want to give your graduate something they’ll truly remember, - [Mom Plays Free This Mother’s Day](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/mom-plays-free-this-mothers-day/) - Mom Plays Free This Mother’s Day at Cross Roads Escape Games in Anaheim Looking for a fun and unforgettable way to celebrate Mother’s Day in Orange County? Skip the crowded brunch lines and give Mom something she’ll actually remember — an adventure at Cross Roads Escape Games in Anaheim. This year, we’re making Mother’s Day - [Find The Golden Egg This Easter](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/find-the-golden-egg-this-easter/) - We are bringing back our Easter Challenge! This Easter Sunday, April 5th, candy-filled eggs will be hidden inside all of our games for you to find and enjoy. For the expert finder, there will be one golden egg with a special prize inside! Find our golden egg to win 2 FREE ticket to Cross Roads - [Treasure Hunting](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/treasure-hunting/) - I love puzzles, and I recently started up a new hobby that I thought many of our fans might also enjoy, Treasure Hunting. Yes, REAL TREASURE is just sitting out there, waiting to be found. - [Vote for the Top 10 Best Escape Rooms](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/vote-for-the-top-10-best-escape-rooms/) - Cross Roads Escape Games has won USA Today's Top 10 Best award in 2017, 2018, and 2021. If you have played any of our games, please consider voting for us! We appreciate all the support we have received throughout the years from our friends, family, and dedicated fans. Without you, we wouldn't be here! - [You're Invited to National Escape Room Day](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/youre-invited-to-national-escape-room-day/) - You're Invited to National Escape Room Day Come celebrate National Escape Room Day with escape rooms from across SoCal! Come take part in this FREE event that Wild Goose Escapes is hosting at Stereo Brewing in Placentia. We are excited to be joined by some of SoCal's best escape rooms, who will be hosting booths - [All Work and No Play](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/all-work-and-no-play/) - Jackson Chavarria is a manager at Cross Roads Escape Games, has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is working on his Master’s degree. Here is his take on interesting things he sees in our escape rooms through his psychology perspective. There is an array of names for those in any skill, hobby, or job who - [Scary Rooms: Are They Worth It?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/scary-rooms-are-they-worth-it/) - The most common question we game masters get asked about our rooms is, “How scary is it?” F - [The Weeping Witch: A Game Master Review](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-weeping-witch/the-weeping-witch-a-game-master-review/) - Wondering about our new game, The Weeping Witch? After playing The Weeping Witch for the first time, our employee offers his review. - [Human See, Human Feel](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/human-see-human-feel/) - Could a positive mood really influence your success or failure in an escape room? Read on to find out! Sometimes fact is far more fascinating than fiction… - [This is Big Brain Time](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/this-is-big-brain-time/) - Do you believe you are doing your best for your body and brain? Find out by continuing to read below and see if you’re helping unlock your best self! - [The Newest Project By Cross Roads Escape Games- Axe Throwing](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-newest-project-by-cross-roads-escape-games-axe-throwing/) - The Cross Roads team is upping the ante to make the axe throwing experience more immersive by using theatrics, special effects, interactive games, and beer! - [A Clue or Clueless?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/a-clue-or-clueless/) - Keep an open mind about how the puzzle is solved, and you’ll be in good shape to discover the intended answer. - [Behind the Scenes: Reality Escape Pod](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/behind-the-scenes-reality-escape-pod/) - Joining the Reality Escape Pod was an incredible experience for us. We’re Luke and Madison Rhoades, the creative forces behind Cross Roads Escape Games. During our chat with David and Peih-Gee, we shared the story of our evolution in the escape room industry, from our early financial struggles to the breakthrough success of games like - [Cross Roads Escape Games: Celebrating a Year of Awards in 2023](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/cross-roads-escape-games-celebrating-a-year-of-awards-in-2023/) - 2023 has been a landmark year for Cross Roads Escape Games, earning multiple prestigious awards that solidify their reputation as leaders in the escape room industry, best escape room in Southern California, and world wide. Known for their innovative and immersive experiences, Cross Roads received accolades for both their newest game, The Weeping Witch. Cross - [Together?? Together!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/together-together/) - When it comes to what defines us as a species, our interconnectedness comes first in many people’s minds. We live in a hyperconnected society where you can talk to anyone, anywhere, anytime, within a few moments, provided the two people have an Internet connection. People on various apps, websites, and social media platforms can glimpse - [Exclusive Discount Tickets](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/exclusive-discount-tickets/) - Save $8 per ticket! Available only at Midsummer Scream 2022 Come by our booth at Midsummer Scream 2022 to purchase tickets for only $30 per person! Tickets are valid for 1 single-person admission for any of our games (including our newest game, The Weeping Witch), and they never expire! Save $8 per ticket when you - [Now Hiring: Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/now-hiring-game-master/) - We are looking for enthusiastic, creative, part-time associates with an acting background to host our games. As a Game Master (coolest title ever, right?) at Cross Roads Escape Games, you will help provide a unique and immersive experience for our customers in a new and exciting field of entertainment! - [Vote For Best Escape Room 2021](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/vote-for-best-escape-room-2021/) - USA Today is having another contest for Top 10 Best Escape Rooms in the Nation. We are nominated along with 19 other amazing escape rooms all across the U.S. Help us stay in the top 10 by voting once a day until Aug. 30th. Voting only takes a click! You can vote for us HERE. VOTING - [Creep It Real OC](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/creep-it-real-oc/) - Cross Roads Escape Games is excited to be bringing their mini-game back at Halloween events, starting with Creep it Real OC! Creep it Real OC is an all-outdoor event full of spooky vendors, food, and events! Cross Roads Escape Games will be there with our 10-minute mini-game, THE BOX. We can accommodate groups of 3-5 players every - [Top 10 Best Escape Room in the Nation- 2021](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/top-10-best-escape-room-in-the-nation-2021/) - After 4 weeks of voting, the results are finally in! Cross Roads Escape Games is a winner in the 2021 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for best escape room in the nation! We are also the top-ranking escape room for all of Southern California! This has been our 3rd nomination and our - [National Escape Room Day Event](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/nerd-event/) - Your favorite SoCal Escape Rooms are joining forces to make National Escape Room Day an event you don’t want to miss! Join us at Stereo Brewing in Orange County on Friday, October 1st from 6:00pm- 11:00pm! There will be prizes, mini-games, food trucks, beer, and exclusive discount codes to local escape rooms! RSVP on the facebook - [Employee Appreciation- Geoff Durham](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/employee-appreciation-geoff-durham/) - Dec. 2nd, 2021 marks Geoff Durham’s 5 year anniversary at Cross Roads Escape Games. Geoff has been such a positive influence on Cross Roads over the years that I wanted to show our appreciation for him! Cross Roads opened in January of 2016 and Geoff joined the team later that same year as a Game - [We Played An Escape Room With Jeff Goldblum!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/we-played-an-escape-room-with-jeff-goldblum/) - Where to watch Owners and Creators of Cross Roads Escape Games, Luke & Madison, along with the owners and creators of Exit Game OC, Jeremiah & Christine, played ‘Wrongfully Convicted’ at Escape Revolutions with the one and only, Jeff Goldblum! Check out the ‘Puzzles’ episode (season 2, episode 7) on ‘The World According to Jeff - [Designing A Puzzle](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/4973/) - Many years ago, when Cross Roads Escape Games was young, we had a practice puzzle in our lobby that allowed guests to get into the puzzle-solving mindset. The puzzle was pretty simple; some signs around the room provided hints for a four-letter lock on a jar full of candy. This puzzle was great practice for - [The Leprechaun's Challenge](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-leprechauns-challenge/) - Find gold coins hidden in our games between 3/16-3/20 to win great discounts to use on your next game! - [New Name, Same Game](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/new-name-same-game/) - You may have noticed that The Psych Ward is no longer listed on our website. Do not fear! It’s not gone! The game still exists, but it has a new name- The Trust Experiment. The previous title, The Psych Ward, did not accurately describe the true nature of the game. We decided a name change - [Public Games- One Night Only](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/public-games-one-night-only/) - On Sunday, April 10th, 2022, we will have 6 games open for public bookings. If you have always wanted to play The Hex Room or The Trust Experiment (formally known as The Psych Ward) but struggled to get a group of 5 together, this is your chance! The Hex Room will be open for public - [Easter Egg Hunt](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/easter-egg-hunt/) - Easter Eggs will be hidden inside all three of our games between April 13th-17th. Find all the eggs to help solve the bonus puzzle to win 25% off your next game! Our Easter Egg challenge has always been a huge hit every year! In the past, we have offered gift cards and tickets donated from - [The Weeping Witch Playbill](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-weeping-witch-playbill/) - The Weeping Witch By Cross Roads Escape Games Crew: Game Design: Madison & Luke RhoadesScenic Design: Madison RhoadesLighting Design: Ian MomiiSpecial Effects: Christian MutterSound Design: Dan WaldkirchLighting and Sound Technician: Ian MomiiMaster Carpenter: Luke Rhoades Voice Cast: Weeping Witch: Jonica PatellaLittle Girl Radio Ghost: Wendy HellmuthMan Radio Ghost: Eric O'KeeffeGhost Doll: Lois Hellmuth Special thanks to Lauren Orgill, Blake Orgill, Geoff - [National Escape Room Day 2022](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/national-escape-room-day-2022/) - Join us at Stereo Brewing in Orange County on Saturday, October 1st, from 6:00pm- 11:00pm! There will be prizes, mini-games, food trucks, beer, and exclusive discount codes to local escape rooms! This event is FREE to attend, and mini-games are FREE to play! Play exclusive escape room mini-games by:Cross Roads Escape GamesTerminus EscapeSquare Escape RoomMinistry - [The Human Mind: A Double-Edged Sword](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/the-human-mind-a-double-edged-sword/) - Jackson Chavarria is a manager at Cross Roads Escape Games, has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is working on his Master’s degree. Here is his take on interesting things he sees in our escape rooms through his psychology perspective. We’ve all come across a problem that makes cognitive sense to us in how it - [A Look Back at 2022](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/a-look-back-at-2022/) - 2022 was a big year for us! A small team of people runs Cross Roads Escape Games, and every year, we are so proud of what we have accomplished. The husband-and-wife team, Luke and Madison, opened Cross Roads in January 2016 and designed all the experiences with the help of their staff and skilled programmers. - [Personalities vs. Escape Rooms](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/personalities-vs-escape-rooms/) - Jackson Chavarria is a manager at Cross Roads Escape Games, has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and is working on his Master’s degree. Here is his take on interesting things he sees in our escape rooms through his psychology perspective. In an escape room, it is always best to come in and play with multiple - [How We Got Started](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/how-we-got-started/) - Escape Rooms created by game enthusiasts for game enthusiasts. Owners Luke and Madison Rhoades come from a theatre and haunt background and found escape rooms to be the perfect backbone for their #1 rated company- Cross Roads Escape Games. Celebrating their 6th year in business, here is the story of the creators and designers of - [We Need To Talk About Leaderboards](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/we-need-to-talk-about-leaderboards/) - Dear Readers, I’m going to come right out and say it: I hate leaderboards. Some people may call this controversial, but they said the same thing about my List of 10 pop-culture words I hate, Why I hate internet personality quizzes, and My list of controversial and inconsequential dislikes. Whenever people ask me about the - [Vote now for best Escape Room in the Nation!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/vote-now-for-best-escape-room-in-the-nation/) - USA Today has gathered the top 20 highest reviewed escape rooms in America and wants you to vote for your favorite! We have been nominated the 2nd year in a row for this award. Thanks to the votes of our amazing fans we were able to rank 3rd best escape room in the nation and #1 in - [Join us at IndieCade on October 12th!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/join-us-at-indiecade-on-october-12th/) - IndieCade is known as "the game industry's Sundance." IndieCade offers a unique opportunity to play and preview the latest innovative indie games of all types and from around the world on October 11th-13th in Santa Monica. Now in its second decade, IndieCade is held each October in the Los Angeles area and this year, you are invited! Play - [The Stretch: Guide to Escape Room Monsters](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/the-stretch-guide-to-escape-room-monsters/) - With the Halloween season upon us, I thought we could discuss something scary today: Monsters! They walk among us and hide in the shadows under our beds- creeping, crawling, slithering, and the like. It would seem only natural that a few monsters would follow us into our escape rooms as well; lurking there unseen until - [Horror Escape Rooms for this Halloween](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/horror-escape-rooms-for-this-halloween/) - The Halloween season is upon us and the hour for spooky activities is nigh! Horror fans and thrill seekers alike crawl out of our eerie tombs to go enjoy the festivities! Haunts, horror films, and theatre productions; with so much to do, how is a ghoul to choose one thing over another?!? But what if - [Jose's Top Table Top Picks!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/joses-top-table-top-picks/) - Imagine if you will, it’s Friday night, you’re hanging out with your friends, someone suggests you all go out and play an escape game. You decide to call Cross Roads Escape games but, alas, they are all booked up for the night. What are you to do now? Well, the fun does not have to - [You’re a Monster!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/youre-a-monster/) - Greetings humans and humanoids of all kinds! Halloween has officially passed us by, leaving us feeling spooked out and monster-depleted until next year. You may be telling yourself horribly depressing things like, “I wish Halloween wasn’t the only scary time of the year” or “I won’t even see another monster until NEXT Halloween!" FEAR NOT - [Family Escape Rooms](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/family-escape-rooms/) - Greetings and salutations dear readers. ‘Tis I, Zoltar the great, the seer of secrets, knower of unknowns, and your guide to a great holiday escape. Are you wracking your brain trying to think of activities to keep the family happy while they are visiting? Do you want to be the cool mom or dad that - [The Psych Ward Playbill](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-psych-ward-playbill/) - The Psych Ward has been two years in the making and it could not have been finished if it was not for the amazingly talented team we had behind us. A huge shout out goes to the team at Diablo Sound, who came to our rescue and got us to the finish line. They also - [3 Years of Fun](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/3-years-of-fun/) - I can’t believe Cross Roads has been open for 3 years already. We love brining our crazy ideas to life and it is so exciting to see you play and enjoy them. We often get asked about what brought us to this point or what inspires us, so I figure this is as good of - [Psych Ward Tips: Confessions of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/psych-ward-tips/) - Hello everyone! It’s been a while since our game masters have shared their wisdom with you. We’ve all been going a little crazy getting the new Psych Ward running, but now that it is accepting patients, our Game Masters decided they should prepare you for this new experience. Here’s a quick overview of what you - [Escape Room Valentines](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/escape-room-valentines/) - Have you ever thought of playing an escape room for a first date? Sure, being locked in a room for an hour with someone you’re not sure if you’re interested in like that can be a little intimidating, but there are a myriad of reasons to make an escape room your first choice for first - [Zoltar's Neighbors](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/zoltars-neighbors/) - Greetings and salutations dear readers. T’is I, Zoltar the Great, seer of secrets, blogger, avid gossiper, and your guide to understanding my strange neighbors. You have no idea how often I get asked about the “goings on” in my neighbors’ rooms. Honestly though, if one more detective asks me about “disappearances” or if I can - [Win 2 free tickets to Delusion!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/win-2-free-tickets-to-delusion/) - Escape Rooms make you feel like the star of your own movie. You know what else does that? Interactive theatre! Delusion: The Blue Blade is giving away 2 free tickets to Cross Roads' fans. Just enter your email below to enter to win! Last day to enter is February 25th, 2019. For the first time - [The Zen of Being a Clueless Clown](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/the-zen-of-being-a-clueless-clown/) - Greetings and salutations dear reader. I am Zoltar the Great, the seer of secrets, and today I am your guide to the rest of your life as a clueless clown. Yes, dear reader, even though you have failed to escape the Fun House and now find yourself eternally employed as a clown, there is still - [What I Look For In An Escape Room: Geoff](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/what-i-look-for-in-an-escape-room-geoff/) - For me, there are three things that make or break an escape room: Is it immersive, does it make sense, and is it original? At the time of this blog, I have nearly 20 different games under my belt; some games have blown my mind, and some have left me wanting more. My top escape - [Escape Room Life Lessons](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/team-building/escape-room-life-lessons/) - Ever since their conception when there was just an empty room with a couple combination locks and a blacklight flashlight, escape rooms have gone beyond just mere entertainment. You get to work as a team, develop your problem solving skills, and boost your self confidence, among many other benefits you don’t typically think about when - [Win exclusive Pet Sematary prizes!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/pet-sematary/) - “There is something up in those woods. Something that brings things back. Sometimes dead is better,” warns Jud Crandall in the trailer for the upcoming film Pet Sematary. I cannot tell you how excited I am to see the new Pet Sematary. Starry Eyes, the first film from directors Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer, is - [Actors and Interactivity, a Focus on The Fun House](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-fun-house/changing-the-game-part-one/) - Changing The Game Part One: Actors and Interactivity, a Focus on The Fun House Escape rooms have been exponentially advancing in puzzle design, creative tech installations, and immersive elements, and some rooms do this VERY well. Here is part 1 of 3 where Jason talks about actors, interactivity, immersive elements, and how we utilize them - [Tips for Escape Room Experts: Confessions of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/tips-for-escape-room-experts/) - We’ve seen a lot of escape room players over the years, from first-timers to full-on escape artists. That is no surprise though as escape rooms make for great outings or party destinations! With the popularity of escape rooms on the rise, it’s not very hard to find a new game to play near wherever you - [An Egg-stra Challenging Easter Event!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/an-egg-stra-challenging-easter-event/) - Join us for a special event this week only! From April 17th-21st there will be 17 golden eggs hidden inside The Hex Room game. If your team is able to find them all and escape you could win some amazing prizes! The Hex Room is our hardest game with a 20% escape rate and 5% - [Mechanics & Game Play: Changing the Game Part 2 of 3](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/mechanics-game-play/) - With so many escape rooms opening up each year, one of the most important traits a new game needs in order to stand out is unique gameplay mechanics. Most escape rooms follow a pretty standard formula when creating their experience. Basically, your group will be locked in a room together with puzzles and clues hidden - [What Your Hex Room Character Says About You](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/hex-room-character-says/) - Good! So, you’ve taken our online personality test! But do you know what it means to be a Jock, Nerd, Virgin, Rebel, Prom Queen, or a Detective? In case you haven’t watched as many horror movies as we have, here is some information on what your horror movie stereotype says about you and how you - [The Psych Ward Update](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-psych-ward-update/) - A note from Co-Owner and Creative Director, Madison Rhoades: Dear Cross Roads Fans, Escape Room Enthusiasts, and future guests, I want to apologize for how long it has taken to open Psych Ward. I know this is something we promised you a year ago, but it will be worth the wait! The game has gone - [Midsummer Scream Reflections](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/midsummer-scream-reflections/) - Thank you to all who attended Midsummer Scream last weekend. This was the busiest and best year yet! All tickets for our Asylum mini-game were gone within the first 15 minutes the convention was open! Thank you so much for all your support and dedication to getting to the convention early to be some of - [Escape Room Dictionary](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/escape-room-dictionary/) - As is common with any sort of hobby or occupation, escape rooms have a common set of words that help staff and players communicate with each other. Though you can look up these definitions in a dictionary, some of them take on a more nuanced meaning within the realms of escape games. Here’s a handy - [Killer Style: The Hex Room Fashion Guide](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/killer-style-the-hex-room-fashion-guide/) - Everyone knows that the best way to enjoy an escape room is to be fully immersed in the game itself. One way that escape rooms build up their immersion is by making their players a part of the game itself with costumes. Most escape rooms will give you a vague background story to tell you - [SoCal Escape Room Passports](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/socal-escape-room-passports/) - UPDATE: All passport sales have been discontinued as of 7/1/18. All discount codes valid until 7/1/19. In February 2017 Escape Room owners came together and created an interactive Escape Room Passport for enthusiasts! These passports were full of puzzles, discount codes, and contained a grand prize! Have you picked yours up yet? Only 1,000 passports - [The Asylum Mini-Game](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/asylum-mini-game/) - The Asylum is an exclusive 10-minute mini-game created as a teaser game for our up coming full-length game, The Psych Ward. The Asylum mini-game is a mobile game that we take with us to conventions to show new players how fun escape rooms are! The Asylum is only 10 minutes long and for exactly 2 - [Open June 19th with new operating procedures](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/open-june-19th/) - After being closed for 3 months, we are excited to announce we will be reopening June 19th! Upon reopening, we are implementing new operating procedures to make Cross Roads a safe environment for both customers and our employees. Please read below to see the precautions we are taking to keep you safe. Our games will - [Cross Roads COVID-19 Update](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/cross-roads-covid-19-update/) - Hello everyone! My name is Madison and I am the Co-Owner and Creative Director of Cross Roads Escape Games along with my husband, Luke. I wanted to share with you an update as to how we are handling this time being closed and what new operating procedures we will be implementing to keep Cross Roads - [10 Board Games for Quarantine](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/10-board-games-for-quarantine/) - If you need some activities, here is a list of 10 games I think anyone will enjoy! - [March Madness Escape Room Tournament](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/march-madness-escape-room-tournament/) - If you are one of the FINAL FOUR teams on the leader board by April 6th, you will win an amazing prize! With the final four teams getting prizes in each our games, that makes 12 total prizes you can win! - [What We Learn From Kids In An Escape Room](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/what-we-learn-from-kids-in-an-escape-room/) - Cross Roads Escape Games is one of the few escape rooms in Southern California that has a game specially designed for kids! We find it shocking that more escape rooms don’t cater to kids because they are GREAT at escape rooms! Adults have a way of overcomplicating a simple puzzle. We see this all the - [The Box Mini-Game at HauntX](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-box-mini-game-at-hauntx/) - On Feb. 22nd and 23rd, we will be at HauntX with our exclusive mini-game, THE BOX. THE BOX is a 10 minute game for 3-5 players. It is free to play with the purchase of an admission ticket to HauntX, but spots are limited to first come, first served. Make sure to get to the - [The Valentine Special: Confessions of A Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/the-valentine-special-confessions-of-a-game-master/) - It’s February, Valentine’s Day is coming soon, and romance is in the air. To celebrate, our game masters thought they might channel their inner poet to deliver some escape room tips with a Valentine’s Day flair. We may not be poets, but we sure do have a lot of love to give. Have a watch! - [Geoff Durham: Game Master of the Month](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/geoff-durham-game-master-of-the-month/) - Each month we like to highlight one of our amazing team members and the outstanding work they do! For the month of January our Game Master and Manager, Geoff Durham, has gone above and beyond. Have you had Geoff as one of your game masters at Cross Roads Escape Games? Lets get to know Geoff - [Singles Night: Feb. 14th](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/singles-night-feb-14th/) - Have you ever wanted to play one of our games, but didn't have a large enough group to meet the minimum? Join us on Friday, Feb. 14th, 2020 for Singles night! One night only, all of our games will be public bookings! Meet some new friends and enjoy a night of escaping. What is Singles Night? A - [How Advanced Players Should Approach Escape Rooms](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/how-advanced-players-should-approach-escape-rooms/) - As an advanced player myself (I am at 240 games), I have learned that you have to start changing your approach. You are going to start to notice the same puzzles again and again and you might start feeling a little burnt out. Not to worry, I have few tricks that have helped me along - [Confessions of a Game Master: My Favorite Memory](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/my-favorite-memory/) - Confessions of a Game Master has finally returned! January 15th marks Cross Roads Escape Games’ 4thbirthday and to celebrate, we thought we would ask our game masters to reflect on their time here. I have been at Cross Roads Escape Games since December 2016, where I started out as a game master. Many things have - [The Future of The Séance](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-seance/the-future-of-the-seance/) - The Séance is an interactive theatre experience written and directed by Madison Rhoades, and ran from Oct. 3rd- Nov. 23rd. We had a total of 182 shows and 1,148 audience members attend! It was a lot of fun while it lasted, and it was hard to say goodbye after an additional 3 week extension but - [Three Tips for Escape Rooms with Family](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/escape-rooms-with-family/) - The Holidays are here again and for many, that means time off from school and work, lots of food, and visits from family and friends. Of course, when you have out-of-town visitors, you need to find something to keep them entertained. I love playing escape rooms with my family. Since my brother and I are - [Bradley Trout: Game Master of The Month](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/bradley-trout/) - Each month we want to highlight one of our team members and the outstanding work they do! For the moth of November our Game Master, Bradley Trout, has gone above and beyond. Bradley always comes to work with a positive attitude and he jumps in and helps his co-workers without being asked. Have you had - [Black Friday Sale!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/black-friday-sale/) - This is our BIGGEST BLACK FRIDAY SALE EVER! We love Black Friday sales and this year we have the perfect Escape Room Gift ideas! 1. 20% off Gift Cards Now until 12/02/19 use the code BLACKFRIDAY19 to save 20% off all gift card purchases! Include a maze puzzle case for $5. This code can only be used - [Halloween at Cross Roads!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/halloween-at-cross-roads/) - Greetings and salutations dear readers. It is I, Zoltar the Great, the seer of secrets, the prevailer of spooky season greetings, and your guide to a thrilling Halloween! As always, Cross Roads Escape Games is the place to be on Halloween. If you are looking for a thrilling survival adventure you can test yourselves in - [How to Solve a Puzzle](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/how-to-solve-a-puzzle/) - On this blog, we’ve covered a lot of topics, from What Is an Escape Room to Who Should I Bring to an Escape Room and a who slew of other escape room-related musings. But I realized just recently that we were missing the most basic part of escape rooms: how do you solve a puzzle? - [The Séance Playbill](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-seance-playbill/) - The Séance Written and Directed by Madison Rhoades Cast: Ruby: Geovanna FloresRuby: Amy MelendrezRuby/ Puppeteer: Tara VirgilPuppeteer: Brittani PrengerPuppeteer: Stepy KameiPuppeteer: Desiree NguyenRuth’s Voice and Likeness: Jessie Wise Crew: Director: Madison RhoadesAsst. Director: Luke RhoadesTechnical Director: Luke RhoadesScenic Designer: Madison RhoadesLighting Designer: Ian MomiiSound Designer: Dan WaldkirchLighting and Sound Technician: Ian MomiiCostume Designer: Lauren OrgillPuppet - [New twist to The Psych Ward](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/new-twist-to-the-psych-ward/) - In the beginning of August, Dr. Griffin has made some groundbreaking new changes to his experiments within the testing facilities of the Psych Ward. In a recent interview about his findings, Dr. Griffin stated that the experiment has been a huge success so far but that more research is still needed. He says that the - [Expecting the Unexpected](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/expecting-the-unexpected/) - Predicting Players in Non-Linear Games (Part Two): Expecting the Unexpected In part one of Predicting Players in Non-Linear Games, I talked about how you can influence which puzzles your players will go for first by making certain options more accessible and noticeable to them. In this post we will be discussing what to look for in - [Bad Habits of Escape Room Players](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/bad-habits-of-escape-room-players/) - As an escape room enthusiast, I try to take every chance I can to play an escape room. I have played good rooms, bad rooms, and rooms that have almost melted my brain with the creativity and complexity of their puzzles. I have also game mastered here at Cross Roads Escape Games for several years - [Reflections of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/reflections-of-a-game-master/) - As much as we would like to keep our game masters forever (and in some ways, we do; Anyone recognize that nurse from the Psych Ward videos?), sometimes life takes our game masters in another direction. But we always hope that they leave here with a little more experience and a lot of good memories. - [We Will Be At Midsummer Scream!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/we-will-be-at-midsummer-scream/) - Join us at Midsummer Scream on Aug. 3rdand 4that the Long Beach Convention Center! We have 2 new experiences for you this year! Find us at booth 518 to play our new mini-game, THE BOX, and experience THE SÉANCE mini experience! THE BOX is a 10 minute game for 3-5 players. One player will go - [The Box Mini-Game](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-box-mini-game/) - Cross Roads Escape Games is back at Midsummer Scream this year with a BRAND NEW MINI-GAME! If you loved our previous mini-game, The Asylum, you can't miss THE BOX. In the 1970s, Hydrotherapy treatments consisted of placing patients in baths or steam cabinets for extended periods of time, sometimes days, to treat various conditions or simply to - [Predicting Your Players in Non-Linear Games: Part One](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/predicting-your-players-in-non-linear-games-part-one/) - Possible Paths vs. Most Accessible Paths Non-linear games have several possible puzzle paths from the very beginning and players can choose between any of them. However, you will notice that players tend to choose certain puzzle paths more than others. Why? The answer can be a number of things from prop design, clue placement, lighting, - [Escape Room Enthusiasts LA Mixer](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/escape-room-enthusiasts-la-mixer/) - You’re invited to the next Escape Room Enthusiasts Meet Up! Hey everyone! Madison here. I am the CEO and Creative Director at Cross Roads Escape Games. I really appreciate you taking the time to read our blog! Thank you for your support! Ever since my husband and I opened Cross Roads in early 2016, we - [The Milestone Award for YOU!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-milestone-award-for-you/) - Do you love escape rooms? Are you about to play your 25th, 50th, 75th, 100th, 150th, 200th, or 250th Escape Room Game? Come celebrate that major milestone with us! Choose a game at Cross Roads to be your milestone marker and celebrate your escape room accomplishments. We will even award your special player with a - [Twitter & Instagram Contest](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/twitter-instagram-contest/) - Show off your group photos and write a fun caption to win! Contest Dates: June 10th- June 30th, 2019 What to do: Post your Cross Roads Escape Games group photo with a caption on Instagram or Twitter with the hashtags #CREGContest and #CrossRoadsEscapeGames How to win: Winner will be notified through social media on July 3rd - [What is The Psych Ward really like?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-psych-ward/what-is-the-psych-ward-really-like/) - It has been 2 years in the making and The Psych Ward is here! THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE ESCAPE ROOM. THE PSYCH WARD IS AN INTERACTIVE GAME OF DEDUCTION, TRUST, AND BETRAYAL WITH ESCAPE ROOM, BOARD GAME, AND IMMERSIVE THEATRE ELEMENTS. Now you may be asking yourself, but what am I ACTUALLY getting myself into? If - [Summer Is Coming](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/summer-is-coming/) - Hello again, dear reader. T’is I, Zoltar the Great, the Seer of Secrets, Solver of Locks, Knower of Unknowns, and today I am your guide to staying inside! Now you may have realized that our winter is coming to an end and summer is nearly upon us. The temperature is rising, and the children - [Are you Game Master material?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/are-you-game-master-material/) - As you may have heard, Cross Roads Escape Games is hiring game masters again and that means it’s time to send in your applications! If you are wondering if you have what it takes to be one of our game masters, here are some of the qualities that make for a truly great game master - [Last chance to play the Asylum Mini-Game at Midsummer Scream](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/last-chance-play-asylum-mini-game-midsummer-scream/) - It’s time to say good-bye to our amazing 10-minute mini-game, The Asylum. Don’t worry though, you still have ONE LAST CHANCE TO PLAY! Join us on July 28thand 29that Midsummer Scream in the Long Beach Convention Center. We will have nurses there ready to lock you away! The mini-game is free to play with the - [Which game should you choose- The Fun House or The Hex Room?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/which-game-should-you-choose/) - Quite often when people call to book a game with us, they ask us which game they should choose. While both of our games provide highly-immersive and entertaining experiences, they are two completely different themes. Use this handy guide to help your team decide which adventure they should take. Do you consider your team as - [What I Look For In An Escape Room: Jason](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/what-i-look-for-in-an-escape-room-jason/) - Personally, I love escape room and I will try and solve ANY puzzle I come across. I love puzzles, riddles, scavenger hunts, and even the pixel hunt kind of games in video games. I love the process of going from being completely unaware of the answer, to a full understanding of the puzzle by piecing - [Top 5 Fun Things to do in Orange County](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/top-5-fun-things-orange-county/) - Orange County has much more to offer then just Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm. I have been craving adventure lately, but also didn’t have $100 to drop on amusement park tickets, so I began exploring. I found a lot of really great things to do in Orange County! If you are in the OC area, - [Keeping Your Cool- Confessions of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/keeping-your-cool/) - With the summer heating up, escape rooms will be a popular outing for families, friends, coworkers, and teammates. They provide a getaway from the sun and heat in an adventurous and fun environment. Sometimes though, putting groups of people in rooms and telling them to find a way out can lead to some heated discussions - [Dear Zoltar #1: How To Be A Good Leader](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/dear-zoltar-1-good-leader/) - Hello, dear readers and escape enthusiasts. In an effort to spread my great wisdom and wit with the world, I have taken on an advice column. Yes I, the Great and Magnanimous Zoltar, Seer of Secrets and Keeper of Escape Room Secrets, will be lending a (beautifully painted) ear to those in need of some - [A Magical Birthday: Escape Room Birthday Parties at Cross Roads](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/magical-birthday-escape-room-birthday-parties-cross-roads/) - Is your child’s birthday quickly approaching? Are you looking for a way to make their party extra special? Well, come on down and test your wits in our FUN HOUSE! An escape room is a great birthday party idea because they are an interactive group experience that emphasize and strengthen many skills including teamwork, communication, - [Expecting the Unexpected- Confessions of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/expecting-unexpected-confessions-game-master/) - The world of escape rooms can be pretty unexpected. Try as we might, sometimes there is just no predicting the strange things people do. Since these games are interactive experiences where the players control how and when the narrative moves, it takes a special kind of guidance to ensure the train stays on its tracks - [Zoltar's Reflections Of The Fun House](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/zoltars-reflections/) - Greetings and salutations dear reader! Tis I again, Zoltar the Great, Seer of secrets, and your guide to celebrating the Fun House’s 2nd birthday! In honor of the 2nd birthday of the Fun House I figured it would be fun to take a moment to reflect on how our lives were before The Fun House opened its - [Tips on how to solve puzzles in an escape room!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/tips-solve-puzzles/) - Being good at playing escape rooms is just like any other skill: it takes some practice. As you play more and more escape rooms, you will learn what methods work for finding solutions to puzzles and what habits just waste time. If you are a new player or are already an escape enthusiast looking to - [Total Immersion: Integrated Hint Systems](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/integrated-hint-systems/) - Escape rooms have been gaining popularity in America for the past couple years. As they become more popular, they evolve to be more eye-catching, more state-of-the-art, and more immersive. One of the simplest ways to make an escape room immersive is with an integrated hint system. I have played quite a few escape rooms and - [FAQ: In Depth Answers](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/faq-in-depth-answers/) - If you are reading this, then you have probably already looked over our FAQ and have a few more questions that you might want some clarification on. Here are some of the questions that we get asked on a day to day basis. Player Limits? The two rooms have different maximum player capacities based on - [Secrets of Successful Groups- Confessions Of A Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/secrets-of-successful-groups/) - Welcome back to Confessions of a Game Master. As game masters, we have seen many groups attempt our games and have noticed some traits that the most successful groups have in common. In this month’s edition of Confessions, our game masters explain some of the things that can help make your team more successful (as - [Spice Up Your Escape Room Photos](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/spice-up-your-escape-room-photos/) - Want to make your escape room photos EPIC? Most groups, when it comes to picture time, tend to stand in a line shoulder to shoulder. Make your pictures instantly better by creating layers and having some people couched in the front and others standing in the back. Or create some action and interesting composition by - [Confessions of a Game Master- Return Trip Tips!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/return-trip-tips/) - If you’ve played The Hex Room before, you’re probably aware that it was designed to be replay-able. Due to its unique design, we are able to cast return players as a new horror movie character and place them in a different horror film to try and escape. Because each character is separated into individual rooms - [ZEDTOWN GIVEAWAY: Can You Survive the Zombie Apocalypse?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/zedtown-giveaway/) - Ever wondered what it would be like surviving a zombie apocalypse? Here is your chance to experience one! Zedtown is a giant game of real world zombie-themed tag and we’ve got your free tickets! We are giving away 10 passes for you and your friends to join the Zedtown fun at the Orange County Fairgrounds - [The Strangers: Prey At Night Giveaway](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/the-strangers-giveaway/) - If you follow Cross Roads Escape Games on social media, you may have noticed that we’ve teamed up with THE STRANGERS: PREY AT NIGHT to offer a themed prize package including a black lantern flashlight, ‘The Strangers’ t-shirt, an entry for you and a guest to the advance screening in LA, and 2 free tickets - [Who Are Escape Rooms For?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/who-are-escape-rooms-for/) - So, you've been thinking about doing an escape room for a while now and you've looked around at all the different themes they have to offer. They look like fun, but you're not sure if you and your group will like them or not, right? After all, how can you really know unless you jump - [What It Takes To Be A Great Detective](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/what-it-takes-to-be-a-great-detective/) - The Hex Room at Cross Roads Escape Games is a unique escape room where you can star in your very own horror film. Before the game begins, each player takes a personality quiz to determine which character they best fit within the game. From there, they are placed into their own room where the goal - [Why Escape Rooms Are Great for First Dates](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/escape-rooms-are-great-for-first-dates/) - Are you the kind of person who wants your dates to be memorable and out-of-the-ordinary? Do you and your date like adventure and puzzle-solving? Have you been on too many bland dates and want something that you will truly enjoy? With Valentine’s day right around the corner it is a good idea to start thinking - [Advice for an Escape Room Date Night](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/advice-escape-room-date-night/) - It’s February, Valentine’s Day is approaching, and if you’re in a relationship, you’re probably looking for some way to show your significant other just how special they are. One of the more interesting and memorable dates you can plan is an escape room. In this special edition of Confessions of a Game Master, our Game - [What You Win If You Escape](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/what-you-win-if-you-escape/) - Prizes! Everyone loves prizes! Did you know that Cross Roads Escape Games is one of the very few escape rooms that gives out prizes? Even if you don’t escape, every group leaves with something. We are escape room enthusiasts too, and our favorite thing to do after an escape room is to sit down with - [Zoltar’s Premonitions: Mr. Literal](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/zoltar-great-meets-mister-literal/) - Greetings and salutations dearest reader! I am Zoltar the Great, Seer of secrets, and your guide to the funniest thing I have ever seen in the Fun House! Many people have asked me, “Zoltar, do you enjoy hanging around and laughing with your players all day?” My answer to this question is simple. Yes. Yes, - [What Is An Escape Room? - A Game Master’s Guide](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/a-game-masters-guide/) - Happy New Year, everybody! It’s that time again; Time for resolutions, new outlooks, new plans, and of course new adventures. If you are looking for something new to shake up your everyday routine, perhaps you should join the hundreds of thousands of people who are turning to escape rooms as their number one choice for - [Confessions of a Game Master: Escape Rooms with Family](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/escape-rooms-family/) - Welcome back to Confessions of a Game Master, your inside look at the minds of the men and women running your games. This month, we ask our game masters to tell us about a time they played an escape room with their family. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary to do - [The 6 Types of People Every Great Escape Room Team Needs](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/6-types-people-every-great-escape-room-team-needs/) - Every escape room has a varying skill set that is needed to complete each mission. When gathering your team, make sure to get a diversity of creative thinkers so you have all your bases covered. Here is our list of the 6 types of people every great escape room team needs! Which one are you? - [Tips For Finding The Best Escape Room To Play With Your Family](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/best-escape-room-to-play-with-your-family/) - The Holiday season is fast approaching, and for many people that means family gatherings. There’s always a lot of fuss during these next few months, dealing with travel schedules, cleaning, lodging, dining, and most importantly, entertaining. Though I cannot help you with everything, allow me to suggest some entertainment that can include the entire family - [Escape Room Holiday Gift Ideas](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/escape-room-holiday-gift-ideas/) - Are you looking for a unique gift for your friends and family this Holidays? Well you’re in luck! Cross Roads Escape Games has what you’re looking for! Whether your friend is someone who has always wanted to play an escape room but needs an extra push; or someone who can’t stop talking about escape rooms; - [#1 Team Building Outing is at Cross Roads Escape Games](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/team-building/best-team-building-outing/) - Are you looking for a thrilling experience that will test your team’s wit, communication, and teamwork? Perhaps you are looking for an event that will allow your team to bond by working together to overcome obstacles? Or maybe you are just trying to be the coolest boss in the world. Either way, Cross Roads Escape - [Confessions of a Game Master: Favorite Moments](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/game-masters/confessions-game-master-favorite-moments/) - Welcome back to Confessions of a Game Master, an inside look at the life of the men and women who run the rooms here at Cross Roads Escape Games. The number one question that everyone asks me is, what is it like to be a game master? “It must be so much fun watching us - [What is Immersion? What Is Next For Immersive Experiences?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/immersion/) - This past Saturday, Oct. 28th, I had the honor of being a panelist at Stan Lee’s Los Angeles Comic Con on the ‘Future Fandom Immersion’ talk. This panel was super informative and if you missed it, I would love to share some of the things I took away from it. The panel was hosted by - [Confessions of a Game Master: Horror Special!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/horror-special/) - Welcome to the second installment of Confessions of a Game Master! If you haven’t seen our first installment, click here to watch what being a Game Master means in seven words and the most important skill for a Game Master to have. Since October is the scariest month of the year, this video has our - [JIGSAW Giveaway and Contest This October!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/jigsaw-giveaway/) - “Could you survive a horror film?” This is a question that horror movie fanatics ask each other all the time. It’s fun to sit around and joke about which of us would make it and which of us would fall victim to the killer’s nefarious plot. However, when the SAW series first made its debut - [Resident Artist: Dan Litzinger](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/resident-artist-dan-litzinger/) - If you have made it down to Cross Roads Escape Games, you may have noticed the fun poppy art of Dan Litzinger for sale on the wall, or on your very own Hex Room t-shirt! Dan Litzinger is a painter and film editor living the dream in beautiful Glendale, California. Originally from Atlanta, Dan discovered - [Cross Roads Ranks Third Best Escape Room In The Nation!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/cross-roads-ranks-third-best-escape-room-in-the-nation/) - On August 28th we were notified by USA TODAY that we were of the 20 escape rooms nominated for best escape room in the nation! Rules allow the public the right to vote online for one nominee per category, per day. Because of YOU and your dedication to voting every day that we are proud - [Cross Roads Escape Games is Nominated for Best Escape Room in the US!](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/cross-roads-escape-games-best-escape-room-in-the-us/) - Cross Roads Escape Games has won quite a few awards, but nothing says "Wow!" more then being nominated for best escape room in the US! When my husband and I started out on this quest over 2 years ago we knew we wanted to bring something new to the world, and we knew it was - [Escape Rooms vs Haunts- What to choose this Halloween Season?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/escape-rooms-vs-haunts-choose-halloween-season/) - Horror goes hand in hand with escape rooms, in fact, most of our guests think all escape rooms are scary. While not all escape rooms are horror-themed, Halloween is a great time to seek out the ones that are. Escape Rooms are designed to be thrilling experiences that involve teamwork and communication. Only those with - [Zoltar's Premonitions: Avoiding The Terrible Fate of Eternal Imprisonment](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/zoltar/eternal-imprisonment/) - If you have had the chance to meet Zoltar the Great inside The Fun House, I'm sure you may have found yourself wondering how could someone so handsome and so powerful get trapped inside a painting for all eternity? Well, you are not alone in your pondering! It is a question I get quite often, - [Thinking About Opening Your Own Escape Room?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/escape-room-classes/) - Every day we meet enthusiasts who love escape rooms so much they want to open their own, so they come to us for advice. We, the owners and creators of Cross Roads Escape Games, have decided to host a class at the Halloween conventions: Midsummer Scream and ScareLA. These classes will have tips, advice, and - [Updates On The Psych Ward](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/updates-on-the-psych-ward/) - Psychopath: a mental disorder. Symptoms include: lying, breaking laws, acting impulsively, lack regard for others and other’s emotions. Is it crazy to look out for yourself? To win? To be competitive? Or is it true human nature? What is the line between sane and insane? Who is the one who chooses? I know we have - [What Makes The Hex Room So Unique?](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/makes-hex-room-unique/) - Since The Hex Room opened back in January of 2016, it has received rave reviews from fans and critics who consistently claim it as their new favorite escape room. But what makes The Hex Room so unique and popular? Is it the room’s dedication to absolute immersion? Is it the set design perhaps? Though these - [10 Strategies To Become A Great Escape Room Teammate](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/become-a-great-escape-room-teammate/) - Recently, I played through an escape room and was paired with a woman and her two daughters. It was their first escape room experience, whereas it was my group's 18th. At first we had wanted to try and beat our other friend’s escape time, but after learning that it was our teammates first room, we - [SoCal Escape Room Community](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/socal-escape-room-community/) - Most SoCal Escape Room owners do not see one another as competition, in fact there is a great community of Escape Room staff that gets together about once a month and we talk about our favorite thing- Escape Rooms! Brian Corbitt, from Countdown LA, has been very influential in the escape room community and was - [First Look at The Psych Ward](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/news/first-look-at-the-psych-ward/) - Here it is, the first look at The Psych Ward, our 3rd full length game opening THIS FALL! I know we have been teasing about it for over a year, but now we will be giving you updates all the way until it opens! If you have not yet, make sure to put your email on - [Confessions of a Game Master](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/confessions-of-a-game-master/) - Have you ever wanted to get a peek into the life of an Escape Room Game Master? Wondered what goes on in the mind of that person locking you in a room? Thought about becoming a Game Master yourself? Get prepared for Confessions of a Game Master! An exclusive look at what goes on in - [Zoltar's Premonitions: Guide To The Fun House](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/escape-tips/guide-to-the-fun-house/) - Greetings and salutations dear reader! I am Zoltar the Great, Seer of secrets, paragon of beauty, and your guide to navigating the ups, the downs, and the upside-downs of the Fun House! Every month, I will share with you important premonitions I may receive regarding tips, advice, stories, words of caution, and other news a - [My First Escape Room and Why I'm Still Escaping](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/why-im-still-escaping/) - If you’re reading this blog, chances are you have at least a vague idea of what an escape room is. Escape rooms have become increasingly popular just over the past few years. Thinking back, it’s strange how only three years ago, I wouldn’t have any idea what an escape room is. What makes these experiences ## Pages - [Home](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/) - Voted one of the top 3 escape rooms in the nation, Cross Roads is the next level of immersive entertainment with three award-winning games! - [Axe Throwing](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/axe-throwing/) - By the creators of Cross Roads Escape Games, Slashers Axe Throwing & Ales is a horror themed axe throwing experience and beer bar in Costa Mesa! - [The Weeping Witch](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-weeping-witch/) - Banish the evil sprit and lift your curse in our terrifying new game! - [The Games](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-games/) - Voted one of the top 3 escape rooms in the nation, Cross Roads is the next level of immersive entertainment with three award-winning games! - [The Fun House](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-fun-house/) - A challenging game for adults with an alternate version for kids. The perfect escape room for the whole family! - [Book Now](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/book-now/) - Do you have what it takes to find the clues and solve all the puzzles before the time runs out? View the availability for our 3 award-winning games! - [The Psych Ward](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-psych-ward/) - Only one team will be released after Dr. Griffin’s twisted experiment of paranoia. Will you know whom to trust in this competitive game of social deduction? - [The Fun House KIDS](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-fun-house-kids/) - The only escape game designed just for KIDS! A wacky game of magic and illusions. Do you have the wits of a magician? Or are you as clueless as a clown? - [Contact Us](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/contact-us/) - A real-life adventure game in Anaheim! We are open Wednesday-Sunday by appointment only. - [The Séance](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-seance/) - Madam Ruby invited you and a few guests to reach beyond the veil and communicate with the spirits. But who or what will be waiting for you on the other side? - [The Trust Experiment](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-trust-experiment/) - Only one team will be released after Dr. Griffin’s twisted experiment of paranoia. Will you know whom to trust in this competitive game of social deduction? - [The Box Mini-Game](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-box-mini-game/) - Our exclusive 10-minute mobile mini-game. Rent The Box by the hour for your next event! - [The Hex Room](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/the-hex-room/) - Can you survive a horror film? Your group will be divided into separate rooms where you must work individually and as a team. Who will live? 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If you choose to ## Testimonials - [GoldenStateGhouls.com](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/goldenstateghouls-com/) - “This room was BEAUTIFUL. The set design, props, audio cues, and lightning were all of the highest quality — you can tell this team really takes pride in their work and absolutely no corners were cut.” - [RoomEscapeArtist.com](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/roomescapeartist-com/) - “The flawless technical integration of multiple animatronics and characters made the experience feel like a Disney ride. “ - [Top Escape Rooms Project- Enthusiast’s Choice Awards Winner](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/top-escape-rooms-project-enthusiasts-choice-awards-winner/) - “Very rarely does a horror-based room nail both the puzzles and the scares, but Weeping Witch does.” - [-HorrorBuzz.com](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/horrorbuzz-com/) - “The Weeping Witch is not only terrifying, but an absolute ‘must play’ escape room.” - [Haunting.net](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/haunting-net/) - "Cross Roads' Hex Room takes every engaging aspect of an escape room and ratchets it up to 11. Horror fans won’t be disappointed..." - [Best L.A. Escape Rooms](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/best-l-a-escape-rooms/) - “Cross Roads Escape Games is an experience unlike any other. The most amazing set design, awesome puzzles, super friendly staff, this is one of the best escape rooms we have ever done.” - [My Haunt Life](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/my-haunt-life/) - “The Hex Room is the next step in the evolution of escape games…. Seriously, I can’t recommend this enough.” - [Escape Room Tips](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/imtst_testimonials/escape-room-tips/) - “The excellent overall experience and set design of Hex Room earns our recommendation as the #1 Escape Room in Los Angeles of 2017. If you loved it too, you can come back and replay the game…” ## Categories - [News](https://crossroadsescapegames.com/category/news/) - Find out what is happening at Cross Roads Escape Games! 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