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Escape Narrative
3030 S Rural Rd UNIT 108, Tempe, AZ 85282, United States
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St
Review №1

What a great family experience. Very entertaining and interactive. The hosts were very nice and patient. We have done many escape rooms, and this was one of the best ones. The story is cohesive (a bit creepy and dark) - and the way clues were offered was very unique. Instead of ripping through locks and combinations, it was more putting the clues together. Be prepared for a few jumpy moments.Really liked that it was only one group at a time. We didnt have to worry about being put with another family.

Am
Review №2

The best escape room Ive been to. Its not your normal puzzle-driven scenario barely scripted together. This experience is a story first and puzzle second and it was enthralling. Its a bit harder than a regular room, and geared towards adults (imo), but the gentleman running the place is amazing at what he does and he helps the story along in a creative and well-paced way. Worth every penny.

Re
Review №3

Incredibly friendly staff once you walk in, very informative and well knowledged in what you need to know for the room. The puzzle itself was extremely fun and brain teasing ( lots of hidden puzzles and clues). the rooms were very well set up and spacious for our group size (6). overall great puzzle which included a story/narrative which made it even more fun than just trying to find hidden keys and escape. i would definitely recommend this to friends and family and want to go again sometime

Sa
Review №4

The runners themselves are escape room enthusiasts and it shows in the quality of the puzzles in the room. My boyfriend selected it on a whim and we are so glad we did!The puzzles were satisfying to figure out and the answers didnt feel cheap. The experience kept us on our toes and was some if the most fun we have had the pleasure of having in the last few months.

Bl
Review №5

One of my favorite Escape Rooms. The host was incredibly friendly. And the story to the room kept getting creepier and creepier. I would definitely recommend coming here.

Br
Review №6

A fresh escape room with a unique story line and a creative way to give hints/directions without just saying them over a speaker. For sure a fun and difficult experience!

ma
Review №7

I’m giving it two stars because the host was really sweet and helpful. It was far too demonic for me.. too dark. With a name like “story room” I didn’t expect it. I had my daughters birthday party there with kids from our church.. I think they would be better served with at least a name that fits or some kind of description so participants know what they’re getting into.

Rh
Review №8

We love escape rooms and have moderate success with finishing the escape. This one is different in the way that there are not a lot of locks and keys to find.We had a very hard time getting into the first clue. Which in our opinion took a long time to listen to and didn’t offer a lot of information that helped us.Clues are giving to you on a printer which we liked. I can’t really recommend this because it just isn’t very well done or professional.After we were done, I needed to use the bathroom and was told it was locked for the day by another tenant in the facility. Are you kidding me?

An
Review №9

Very creative story line. My personal opinion is that I am not a fan of the scary/negative feel that came with the story. But the employee was super friendly and helpful.

De
Review №10

Highly recommend! This place was awesome!

Ja
Review №11

My first escape room experience and it was a great one. The story really draws you in and it made the whole experience engaging. Would recommend!

Lo
Review №12

SO FUN! So creepy! Definitely not for young kids. This is so different from a normal escape room, and the story behind it made it one of the most fun ones we’ve been to. We weren’t worried about getting a high score or running out of time, but rather discovering the next clues to find out more about the story!

Da
Review №13

Fun time. Just the right amount of help to keep the story moving.

Li
Review №14

We had a great time! The story was well thought out and interesting. Although we did come close to solving the mystery, we did not. In retrospect we didnt pay close enough attention to the details, in the proper sequence, and couldve worked more efficiently as a team. I appreciate that there was no physical timer counting down. The owner was very kind! Excited for the next story he develops!

Si
Review №15

I loved this escape room, it was a great experience. You actually had to solve the mystery of the story, not just play with blocks. Definitely not for little kids, its a great room to go into with some friends. Owner was great and room was interestin . 5/5

Ni
Review №16

Great time, great place, great people! Was definitely fun following along while trying to unravel pieces. Very engaging with a good group of friends and it goes in different directions than you might expect which adds a lot to the experience.

Mi
Review №17

This was my first escape room, but from what I understand they typically dont have that much story/narrative to go with them. Well this place did and it was amazing! There were so many things I never expected, and our group had a blast. Very well put together!

Ko
Review №18

Escape Narrative was a great time! We arrived early and he let us in and got us started right away. We definitely enjoyed the story line aspect of it! It keeps you constantly entertained and engaged. Also not having a clock running down lets you enjoy the story without rushing to solve everything. I cant wait for the next story they do so I can come again!

Br
Review №19

Not your average escape room! Has a very cool narrative! Much more realistic Probably not intended for kids. This was awesome.

Br
Review №20

One of the best, if not the best, escape rooms I have ever done. It was different from other escape rooms. It wasnt a cheap set up with puzzles that didnt make sense or tie into the story. I felt like I was really in the story. The stakes felt real. It was terrifying for me! I still have goosebumps the next day! The owner was nice and loves what he does. He was extremely helpful in the game. I highly recommend this room! I wouldnt let it be your first escape room though because you will expect all others to have this caliber of game play and I can promise you they wont. I hope he comes out with another room!

Ca
Review №21

This was all of my groups first escape room, and it couldnt have made a better impression. Not only were the puzzles enjoyable, but they made you think, and fit with the story. The story is actually the best part of the room, as it makes you feel so completely immersed. We all had so much fun and were discussing it for hours afterwards. The owner gave extremely helpful hints when we needed them, and it was done it such a creative way that even the clues felt like a part of the story. The owner told us at the beginning that this was different than any other escape room, and if that is true, all other escape rooms have been ruined for us, because theyll obviously not be as good as this one. Thank you for an amazing experience, if you ever open another room we will certainly be back!

Ri
Review №22

Had the most amazing escape room experience at Escape Narrative! The clues were clever and followed the story perfectly! Colby gave us just the right amount of guidance to enjoy a successful ending! Totally recommend this place since you rent the entire room for your party and there is no clock ticking down! Thanks Escape Narrative!

Sa
Review №23

We had an amazing experience!! Very unique escape room. You can tell the host put a lot of work into making this worth while. I would definitely recommend it!

Ma
Review №24

This was most of our first time at an escape room and I really appreciated the way it was set up. We went late in the evening and were all a little tired but the puzzles were super interesting and gave us a second wind. I would definitely recommend this one just for the care put into making it a unique experience.

Pa
Review №25

What a great time! TheSTORY was suspenseful and a little scary at times. The clues were well thought out and our moderator was helpful in leading us through when we were stuck. It was particularly great that we didnt have to share this experience with people were didnt know. DEFINITELY recommend this for families, friends and team building!

Ta
Review №26

This was my first time doing an escape room and it definitely didnt disappoint. Hands down one of the best things to do with a group of friends. Just make sure to pay attention!!!

Jo
Review №27

We had a great time figuring out the mystery. I have done many escape rooms and this one was hands down one of the best. It’s not like traditional escape rooms, instead it’s story driven and in all honesty, I liked it more and thought it was better. It was well constructed and the whole group had a grand time as we collaboratively worked to solve the mystery.

ce
Review №28

Went to my first escape room - I had a great time. It was fun using real life thought processes to discover clues and put the clues together. It was challenging for sure, but really loved it!

Je
Review №29

Such a fun time with life long friends. Very unique. Not like other ESCAPE rooms.

Za
Review №30

Excellent room. Our group has been in several escape rooms in multiple states and this room was unique in its approach. We had a blast and highly recommend this room to both novice and experienced escape room players. We all loved it.

Ke
Review №31

Took my family and my wifes family to this. Had a great time! This was very different from other escape rooms we have done in the past. It was well thought out and seemed much more realistic. In some escape rooms, it feels like theyre really trying to make it impossible. This one had a fun and imaginative story and kept us trying to figure out what had happened and how best to solve the mystery. And it could be done with some work and thought and attention. I hope that they come up with a new story soon, since I want to do this again!

Za
Review №32

My coworkers and I had a great time. This escape room was more authentic than ones Ive done in the past. The story was interesting and kept us on our toes.

Al
Review №33

Really enjoyed the story, I’ve done a lot of escapes room. This wasn’t the best one I’ve done but it was good. The difficulty I’d say is around 6/10 but that’s coming from someone who has done around 6/7 escape rooms. The owner was very nice and thorough

Br
Review №34

This was my first experience with escape rooms, and I bought it for my son and his friends (17 yr olds). They had an absolute blast! They were talking about it for days! They cant wait to go back. The host was very helpful throughout.I had a tough time deciding between all of the escape rooms companies that are available, but I am very glad I chose Escape Narrative. Wouldnt change a thing!

Vi
Review №35

Such a creative and well designed escape room experience! Although you can call the design fairly lower budget as opposed to some other fancy escape rooms, it still does a fantastic job on creating a very immersive experience. The creator has transformed an office space into your missing neighbors apartment. The clues, puzzles and tasks all fit within the narrative of your missing neighbor, and the flow and story felt cohesive and exciting. There are twists to the plot that had me gasping, even jumping out of surprise!I would loosely describe it as an escape room, because unlike other escape rooms, there is no win scenario, but rather a journey through a story which just happens to includes puzzles as part of the storytelling device. The puzzles are quite different from traditional escape rooms, and I found them rather innovative, well themed and still thought provoking. A very fun and memorable experience with my group of 4 and excellent creep factor! Crossing my fingers there may be perhaps a chapter 2 to the story!

Di
Review №36

This was legitimately one of the coolest experiences ever. Rather than trying to transport you to another time and place with cheap props and then filling a room with obvious clues and weird puzzles, this really takes advantage of the here and now to totally immerse you into the story. It felt less like trying to finish a game and more like investigating a real mystery. I seriously cannot wait to see what Kolby comes up with next! This would make for a great night with close friends, but the replay value has to lack for truly great mysteries like this because so much careful thought and planning goes into making this such a truly amazing experience!

Da
Review №37

Had a blast solving the puzzles in this room. First escape room for everyone in the group and we loved it! Challenging but not so much that it was frustrating. The interactivity of the electronics and everything were really cool.

Wi
Review №38

Colby was very accommodating when we had to change dates. Also, he was very helpful through the entire process as this was our first attempt at an escape room. We found the narrative to be fun and interesting. It was a challenge for sure! We went at night and once we left the office, the grounds were pitch black, so the office building could use some lighting, but that has nothing to do with the Escape Room experience.Well be back when family and friends visit.

El
Review №39

Great narrative and very thematic. By far one of the more thematic ones Ive gone to. Everything is really well timed and the host was great.

Ke
Review №40

Very different than the other escape rooms we have tried. Much more interactive and real life feeling than the others. Felt more like a situation that could actually happen vs a hokey storyline. You can tell the owner really enjoys this venture.

Am
Review №41

Had a lot fun. The owner was very nice and friendly. Ive done a few escape rooms and while they have all been fun, this one was a different style which I really enjoyed.

La
Review №42

We had so much fun at Escape Narrative! Liked the authentic nature of the room. Puzzles were intriguing and challenging. Highly recommend.

Ja
Review №43

Greatest experience. My favorite escape room so far. Its interactive with story driven events.

Wa
Review №44

Great time with the family (4 kids too!). Well worth the money! Great host as well! Took some time but we were engaged the entire time.

Je
Review №45

The best escape room in Phoenix! Not just a bunch of puzzles to open combination locks, this escape room has a deeper mystery, and a great, interactive environment. Im eagerly looking forward to their next narrative.

RJ
Review №46

What a fun, well thought out experience! Our family had a great time solving clues and escaping the room!

Br
Review №47

This was our first escape room! We had a blast. The room and the storyline were well done! Thanks for a fun time.

Ai
Review №48

This was a super fun night out!! If you have a chance, you should definitely go, it is a great opportunity to make some fun memories!!!

An
Review №49

Most unique escape room I’ve ever been to. Would definitely recommend!

De
Review №50

Definitely not your average escape room! Had a blast with my group trying to figure things out. Go! Try it out! Was worth it for me

Lo
Review №51

Lots of choices now in escape experiences but this one is a a cut above. Engaging story not just a theme, challenging puzzles but not impossible. Great for older teens and up.

An
Review №52

First time doing an escape room and loved it! Great story and set up. Would definitely recommend it!

ra
Review №53

Awesome escape room, did it tonight on 7/7 and the room was very unique and really fun experience. It had great use of technology, it was really fun!

Sc
Review №54

Fun, challenging, different concept from other escape rooms which added to enjoyment. Story gave room a real progression, made each clue feel like it was contributing to the larger part of the story.

Ju
Review №55

Great experience! Well put together narrative and puzzles that was really fun for my group.

Am
Review №56

I came for a test run and it was awesome! I would suggest this to anyone. It was fun and great group experience.

Da
Review №57

Very well done, keeps you guessing and really feels like you are trying to find out what is going on. If you can get friends together it is something everyone should try!

Ha
Review №58

It was really fun and mysterious. I really had so much fun!

Ke
Review №59

Interesting, thoughtful, and a little bit terrifying! Cant wait to try it again!

Da
Review №60

Really enjoyed it with my family

An
Review №61

They cancelled our room day of and now we have to fight in order to get a full refund. We already had to go through other hoops just so we all had the day off. Just an absolute unprofessional way to go about this.

Da
Review №62

Loved it

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  • Address:3030 S Rural Rd UNIT 108, Tempe, AZ 85282, United States
  • Site:http://escapenarrative.com/
  • Phone:+1 480-253-9369
Categories
  • Escape room center
  • Amusement center
  • Function room facility
Working hours
  • Monday:6–10pm
  • Tuesday:6–10pm
  • Wednesday:6–10pm
  • Thursday:6–10pm
  • Friday:6–11:30pm
  • Saturday:1:30–10pm
  • Sunday:1:30–10pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Restaurant:No
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