Best products from r/escaperooms
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1. MICTUNING 10 Pack SPDT Relays - DC 12V 30/40 Amp 5 Pin LED Light Bar Replacement Relays
- High Performance - 40A Switching Capability ,Normally Open @40A/14V DC and Normally Close @30A/14V DC.Suitable for MICTUNING Heavy Duty(HD) LED Light Bar Wiring Harness Kit.
- Multiple Contact Types - It has the features that one is a group of normally open, a group of normally closed, a group of conversion. a group of movement (two 87 feet), a set of static contact, total five contact types.
- Professional Construction - the 5-prong relays are SPDT designed (single pole double throw), it's able to open or close a circuit, greatly used for car lights, fog lamps, wiper, starter, fans, speakers, traction control systems, etc.
- Easy Installation - Multiple Installation methods ,product come with detailed installtion instructions(attached in ads photos),don't worry how to install,just choose the you favorite install methods.
- Wide Application - Wide range of use, greatly used for car lights, fog lamps, wiper, starter, fans, speakers, traction control systems, etc
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2. LIBO Electric Magnetic Lock 60KG/130lbs Access Control Electronic Metal Door Lock DC12V Fail Safe NC Type for Security System Single Door
- NC Mode: Fail-safe type, unlocked when power off, locked when power on.
- Installation: unfold install. Safety function: Built-in voltage spike suppressor.
- Holding Force: 60kg/130lbs.
- Waterproof: Yes.
- Suitable For: Small door, such as wooden Door, drawer, Cabinet, etc.
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3. VideoSecu High Sensitive Preamp Microphone Audio Pickup Device Sound Voice Pickup Kit with 100 Feet Cable and Power Supply WUH
- Super high gain mini microphones capturing audio evidence. This microphone is compatible with devices that accept AV input, like TV, VCR, DVR。
- Preamplifier used to increase a microphone’s low output voltage to a stronger usable level
- Built in on board IC preamp, low noise, high gain and auto level adjustment
- Pick up every sound with this super high gain micro audio system
- Package included: 1 x preamp microphone, 1 x 12V DC 500mA power supply and 100ft extension cable
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4. Honeywell 951WG-WH Stubby Recessed Magnetic Contact Switch
- Honeywell Home 951WG-WH 3/8" Diameter Miniature Press Fit Magnetic Contact, White
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6. Exit: The Abandoned Cabin | Exit: The Game - A Kosmos Game | Kennerspiel Des Jahres Winner | Family-Friendly, Card-Based at-Home Escape Room Experience for 1 to 4 Players, Ages 12+
- Escape Room game for the home
- 1 to 4 players; 1 to 2 hour playing time
- Includes materials for single use
- This game can be played only once, because you markup, fold, and tear the game materials
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7. ThinkFun Escape the Room Secret of Dr. Gravely's Retreat - An Escape Room Experience in a Box For Age 13 and Up
- Trusted By Families Worldwide - With Over 50 Million Sold, Thinkfun Is The World'S Leader In Brain And Logic Games
- Develops Critical Skills – Gameplay Provides A Stealth Learning Experience, Where Players Learn Critical Reasoning And Logical Deduction Skills As They Follow The Story And Solve Challenges, Unlocking Clues To Unravel The Mystery
- What You Get - Contains A Scene Card, 4 Sealed Envelopes Which Contain Secret Items, A Solution Wheel And An Instruction Manual. Manufacturer'S Website Has Re-Packing Instructions, Along With Suggestions For Music And Costumes To Create An Immersive Experience. For 3-8 Players, Aged 13+, It Makes A Great Gift
- Clear Instructions – Easy To Learn With A Clear, High Quality Instruction Manual. You Can Start Playing Immediately
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8. Space Cowboys Unlock! Heroic Adventures (SCUNL05EN)
- A COOPERATIVE CARD GAME INSPIRED BY ESCAPE ROOMS: Unlock! captures the exhilarating, heart-pounding excitement of a physical escape room adventure without leaving the tabletop. With one hour on the clock, players work through a deck of 60 cards to solve puzzles. Once the team enters the correct code into the companion app, they win!
- STRATEGY GAME: Search the scenes, combine objects and solve puzzles! Players must use quick thinking and deductive reasoning to progress through each Adventure. Each scenario challenges players in unique and interesting ways.
- THREE FASCINATING ADVENTURES: In "Insert Coin", players must triumph over multiple levels of video game adventures! In "Sherlock Holmes - The Scarlet Thread of Murder", players help the master sleuth solve a very strange case. "In Pursuit of the White Rabbit" introduces players to Wonderlands’ weird inhabitants as they help Alice to escape!
- PERFECT FOR EVERYONE: UNLOCK! is easy to learn and play with the help of a special Tutorial Adventure and multiple levels of difficulty. The free companion app supports integrated gameplay by having players input codes, interact with machines, and receive hints.
- NUMBER OF PLAYERS AND AVERAGE PLAYTIME: UNLOCK! is a cooperative card game for adults and family designed for 1 to 6 players and is suitable for ages 10 and older. Average game time is approximately 60 minutes.
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9. ESCAPE ROOM IN A BOX The Werewolf Experiment
- Exciting cooperation game—everyone in the game is after the same goal: to escape!
- You have to solve 19 mental and physical puzzles before a mad scientist turns you into werewolves—and you have only an hour to do it!
- To enhance gameplay, players can connect to the Amazon Alexa.
- A great immersion experience!
- Includes 19 puzzles and three locks. You can do it!
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10. Command Medium Mounting Refill Strips, 9-Strip , Pack of 4
- Damage-Free Hanging
- Holds strongly
- Removes cleanly
- Easy to apply
- Easy to remove, Works on a variety of surfaces
- Damage-free hanging leaves no sticky residue or stains on your wall
- Removes cleanly
- Medium Mounting Refill Strips, 36-Strips total
- 9-Strip (4-pack)
- Easy to remove, Works on a variety of surfaces
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11. Master Lock 1534D Locker Lock Set Your Own Word Combination Padlock, 1 Pack, Assorted Colors
Combination lock is best used as a school locker lock or gym lock, providing protection and security from theftSet your own five character (letter, number, or symbol) combination for keyless convenienceSoft touch dials with two grip points for no-slip grip; interchangeable dials allow you to set and...
12. FC MXBB DC 12V 0.8A 10mm Stroke Electronic Cabinet Lock Cabinet Door Electric Lock Assembly Solenoid(DC12V_Up)
- Lock Size:Please see image.
- Voltage : DC 12V, Current : 0.8A;
- Material : Metal , Stroke : 10mm;
- Cable Length : 36cm/14.17'' , Item Weight : 155g;
- Unlocking time ≤1S. Energized forms: intermittent; Continuously energized ≤10S;
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13. ReFaXi Universal Heavy Duty Power Door Lock Actuator Motor 2 Wire w/Hardware 12V New
Fits most of vehiclesEasy to installPowerful and extra durable motorAdd power door lock systems to your carDC 12V
14. DC 12V Electromagnetic Lock Electric Control Latch Drawer Switch Lock Lockers Smart Magnetic Lock Self-service Lock Without Detection Switch
- The electric lock is mainly adopted carbon steel material, sturdy and safe to use. Size: Approx. 5.9 * 7.3 * 1.3cm / 2.3 * 2.9 * 0.5in
- High safety factor, latch hook can bear 150kg traction, won't obvious deform permanently, shockproof, anti prying.
- Elastic Design, adjustable, suitable for weight 0.5~4kg door. Easy to install, compact, no left, right, front, reverse side limitation, and allowing mechanical lash-up unlocking position.
- Wide application scope. Fit for delivery Lockers, refrigerated cabinet, mail or newspaper box, Self-Service Locker, Counter, Changing Clothes Cabinet etc.
- 1 Year Free Warranty + Lifetime Technical Support NO RISK of PERSONAL INFORMATION. IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS(like refund,return,replace,etc), please feel free to contact us.We will reply you within 24 hours.
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15. Behringer Microamp HA400 Ultra-Compact 4-Channel Stereo Headphone Amplifier,Silver
- 4-channel stereo headphone amplifier for use with all types of headphones
- 4 high-power stereo amplifiers
- Highest sonic quality even at maximum volume
- Output level control for each channel
- DC 12-Volt adapter included
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16. DAOKI 5PCS High Sensitivity Sound Microphone Sensor Detection Module for Arduino AVR PIC
There is a mounting screw hole 3mm.Use 5v DC power supplyThere are threshold level output flip.Real-time output of the microphone voltage signal / DO. when the sound intensity reaches a thresholdThe output high and low signal threshold - Sensitivity potentiometer adjustmen. Application:Microphone so...
17. ANNKE 8 Channel Security Camera System 1080P Lite H.264+ CCTV DVR Recorder and (4) 1080P Weatherproof Indoor/Outdoor Surveillance Cameras, Email Alert with Snapshots, NO Hard Drive
【Crisp and Smooth Footage】The robust 8CH 1080P lite 5-in-1 DVR works perfectly with the IP66 weatherproof cameras. You can enjoy 1080P HD live viewing, 1080P Lite recording and playback, and night vision can cover up to 100ft.【Advanced H.264+ Video Compression】With this advanced technology, ...
18. AGPtek 60kg 130LBs Holding Force Electric Magnetic Lock for Door Access Control System Electromagnet Fail-Safe NC Mode
- ✔ GET SECURED - AGPtEK magnetic door lock provides a strong sense of security with its outstanding holding force and significant features. The maglock is installed beneath the top of the door frame to make sure that the door remains closed and locked. With this electric magnetic lock, you have up to 130lbs of force protecting the door.
- ✔ KNOWING DETAILS - The lock size is 80Lx37.3Wx23.3H(mm); Armature plate: 74Lx32Wx11H(mm). Holding Force: 60kg(130lbs); Mode: NC (locked whilst power supply is operating); Voltage: DC12V; Current Draw: 0.11A ~0.15A.
- ✔ SECURITY BUILT FOR YOU - AGPtEK electric magnetic lock has safety function. It is built in voltage spike suppressor, Opening Mode: 90 degree swinging door. This door lock and its user-friendly design will have you secured and protected very soon!
- ✔ WIDE APPLICATIONS - AGPtEK magnetic door lock is suitable for Wooden Door, Glass Door, Metal Door, Fire Proof Door, etc.
- ✔ NOTE - Before purchasing, it is recommended that the customer checks with their local fire authority to see if there is any additional product they may need in order to comply with the local fire codes. And if you are not sure about any part of the instructions, please consult a qualified elecirician.
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19. LE Power Adapter, 2A, AC 100-240V to DC 12V Transformer, 24W Switching Power Supply, US Plug Power Converter for LED Strip Light and More
Input of adaptor: 100 - 240 Volt AC, 50/60Hz.Output voltage: 12 Volt DC, 2 Amp.Applications: Low voltage strip light, table lamp and other 12V products.Max wattage of power supply: 24 Watt.Power cord length: 3.9ft/1.2m. Dimensions: 3.86inch/98mm x 1.77inch/45mm x 2.36inch/60mm.
20. Etekcity Remote Control Outlet Kit Wireless Light Switch for Household Appliances, Unlimited Connections, Up to 100 ft. Range, FCC, ETL Listed, White (Learning Code, 3Rx-2Tx)
- REMOTELY CONTROL hard-to-reach appliances and festival lights without ON/OFF switches at the push of a button, an ideal ally to those with limited mobility
- 100 FT. OPERATING RANGE: The remote outlet's strong RF signal works through doors and walls without interfering with other electronics; operating from as far as 100 ft. in line of sight
- EASY TO USE: Just take the remote control outlet kits out of box, insert the battery in remote and plug the outlet in your appliances, then you can set on your cozy sofa and enjoy the convenience
- LEARNING FUNCTION: Use more than three outlets with the same remote, and simultaneously control one outlet with more than two remotes
- GO GREEN, SAVE GREEN: Etekcity remote control outlets are FCC certified, ETL listed. Outlets remain off after a power outage to save energy, eliminate wasteful standby power and save on your electric bills
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I played through two escape rooms from Escape the Room by Stoked Skills LLC and I played one other room from a different skill but I forget the name. They were all good, a nice change of pace from the few real escape rooms I've done. They were not timed and since I was the only participant it wasn't nearly as chaotic as a normal escape room is.
I mainly enjoyed the rooms. I liked how easy it was to play, they were pretty intuitive as well. I would recommend giving them a try for the experience, and I'd probably rate it 3.5 or 4 stars out of 5. The biggest flaws (and areas for improvement) I encountered were:
There's quite a few more if you look around.
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If you do want to somehow lock doors without marking it up, Command Tabs are pretty amazing. They really could hold a lock latch reasonably well. To see what I'm talking about if you're not familiar with them: https://www.amazon.com/Command-Medium-Mounting-Refill-9-Strip/dp/B00J5RAR0M but you can get them at Walmart or wherever.
When I did an at home escape room (gender reveal), I did have rules that you can't have in a normal escape room, and used red tape to specifically indicate things were off limits/not to be touched.
You can also do some puzzles and escape room can't. I did the lemon juice invisible ink thing for one that need to be baked in the oven to reveal the message. (I clued that a certain paper needed to go in the oven for a certain temp/time, it wasn't totally random.) I assume you don't have a vaulted ceiling somewhere in your apartment? Nerf shooting gallery to get clues down was fun too.
Ah that's awesome people are going to love it. I would make the difficulty low, and the time limit 15-30 minutes, so you can move people in quickly and they can enjoy it, rather then feel frustrated. Also you have to think of how long it takes you to reset all the locks. (maybe ask them to put all used clues in a bucket
My suggestion for a theme would be Zombie Apocalypse, you can find decorations at any party store or on Amazon. The mission can be to save an injured classmate trapped in the other room.
My idea is make the room very dark(maybe no natural lights at all). Give everyone lanterns and/or flashlights. If the lantern has settings turn it on the lowest one. They have to figure out to turn the lantern all the way on to make it easier.
First clue should be a key hidden in a pretty obvious area. That key opens the first lock. Opening the lock gives them a cipher. Hide lamented cards with numbers or letters to a combination. On the lamented cards have dots or symbols that correspond to the cipher. Once they put the cipher and the numbers together they should be able to open their second lock.
The second lock should open a box with a flash light with a black light bulb. They will use the black light to find their next clue. Since your in a school I would recommend using student I.D. cards. Write the combination on the I.D. cards with invisible ink. This will get them through the first door.
Once they are through the first door I would have multiple puzzles to work on, maybe a crossword with your school related answers. Bold five boxes in the crossword, those boxes are the answer to the alphabetical pad lock. (if they are smart they will only find the answers needed to fill the bolded boxes and ignore the rest of the crossword)
That word lock opens a box with a piece of paper that says =12. In invisible writing on the walls are different algebraic formulas like (^ +=13), (^ x #=2), (#+^ =%). (So *=12) (^ =1) (#=2) and (%=3). So the final combination to get out would be written on the door (^ ,#,%) or (1,2,3).
Some side notes. I would only give them one black light and one dry erase board, so unorganized groups will be slowed down. Also it's cheaper.
For the "locked doors" just wrap a bike lock or and rope around the handle and explain no doors will be locked for safety reasons, but to succeed in their mission these locks have to be opened.
Explain they get three free clues. Give them a walkie talkie, so they can call you in.
To add a little more stress to the situation and add to the theme I would bang on the door periodically and make zombies sounds. This will scare some, adding anxiety and confusion, but will also make people laugh and bond.
If you have a group waiting have them come up with team names and aliases.
Create Posters that say things like "I escaped" or "I was the brains of the operation" for people to take group photos after they escape or not.
Good luck and I hope you post photos!
Typically get them cheaper than this, but these models work well. Trick with mag locks is the hammer has to be flush with the mag or it has no holding strength, so you have to let the hammer have a bit of flex.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DPQ5VZ9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These relays are AWESOME...and the tongues are perfectly sized for female spades
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T5XJRLH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
And this place is your friend....
https://www.digikey.com/
A latch solenoid should only be activated to unlock, and then only for a short time, lest it overheat. These should be fine for batteries. However, solenoids are generally pretty weak; any pressure, whether from spring or human pulling or warped hinge or anything will tend to bind them up. Car door locks are better. A linear actuator is very strong and reliable, but usually aren't short enough to be a latch.
You may be interested in a cabinet latch. This type has a nice "pop" open.
We have ceiling tiles in the rooms at our location. We cut the corners of the ceiling tiles so it fits the microphones that way they're hidden from the players. Then we run the wires to the control room and connect them to a mixer. The setup is pretty cheap. It's $30 per mic for each physical room and $25 per mixer for the entire room setup. You will also need to get RCA to quarter inch adapters for the mics and a headphone.
As for the quality, we can hear everything in the room. The only drawback is a bit of noise from the A/C unit but it's still acceptable imo. One great thing about this setup is that we can choose to listen to all the rooms in a themed room at the same time instead of just listening to one physical room at a time. You can also add more microphones in the room if it's a massive room.
Mic: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002S4G870
Mixer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KIPT30
https://www.amazon.com/DAOKI-Sensitivity-Microphone-Detection-Arduino/dp/B00XT0PH10/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498683713&sr=8-3&keywords=arduino+sound+sensor
Looks like this chip simply picks up volume. If it's installed within the metronome, the ticking would probably be the most prominent noise. (so other noises couldn't accidentally trigger it) Then measure the timing between peaks. And maybe have the code wait for x amount of ticks to make sure it's not triggered simply by scrolling through speeds.
And then just trigger a relay with the elecromagnet.
Hi, I am one of the owners of "The Other Tales" escape room in NJ (http://www.theothertales.com). Here are some basics.
We use a wired system, similar to this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZW63ESC ($95 as of now). It has 4 cameras - enough for 1 or 2 room setup. For microphones, you can use something like this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002S4G870/. I would also recommend adding HDD to the monitoring, so you can record some games. You can get one for $50 on Amazon. So, in total, the price for the monitoring system will be under $200.
Another question is, how you are going to communicate with the players? But that very much depends on the room design and tech. It can be anything - speakers, walkie-talkies, monitors that show typed texts or something as low-tech as paper notes.
Honeywell makes some great reed switches that are small, durable, and easy to hide. https://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-951WG-WH-Recessed-Magnetic-Contact/dp/B001UKY1A4
Here's a simple idea that's electrical rather than mechanical...
Buy this electromagnetic lock and this power supply and this remote controlled outlet.
The bare wires of the lock easily click into the green plug of the power supply. Then you plug that into the remote controlled outlet.
The two metal parts of the lock magnetize together when electricity is present, and come apart when there's no electricity. The remote toggles electricity on/off.
So you build a box or use an existing door, and mount the two metal parts of the lock to it to secure it.
Players find the remote elsewhere in your game. Then upon clicking the remote they unlock the electromagnetic lock. For greater effect, install a spring in the box so that the box lid flies open upon clicking the remote!