Christmas at Franklin's
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Christmas at Franklin's

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4 - 9 people60 minutesMedium
Join Seal Team Elf on a covert mission to save Christmas! Hunt for Ben Franklin’s greatest toy ever in his house. The future of the North Pole's stockings depends on you!
Large groupsBeginnersWith children

Medium
Not scary
Without actorsActors
EnglishGame language
About the escape room
General Santa Claus, impressed by Ben Franklin’s greatest invention, discovers that Franklin has now created the greatest toy. General Claus dreams of making and giving this new toy to every good child in the world, but Franklin refuses to give up the toy. So Santa is ordering you, Seal Team Elf, to acquire it from Franklin’s house. He wants the prototype so he can start mass production to distribute to the children. Without the greatest toy, the North Pole's stockings will plummet. Your mission is to find that toy and save Christmas!
AI
Brief assessment
Navigator AI
A cozy, lighthearted Christmas caper with a few clever surprises and a staff that keeps spirits bright. Go for festive vibes, team-friendly puzzles, and a silly finale that feels like a warm mug of cocoa.

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AI Overview

AIPlayers describe a Gen‑1, mostly linear game heavy on word/reading puzzles, with flow that can hiccup. Decor is cute and very Christmasy but reads low-budget and a bit worn to some. Staff earn steady praise, while price and occasional unsolicited hints draw criticism. Best for families, beginners, and holiday lovers; enthusiasts still spot a few unique moments.
WeaknessesSet dressing feels dated in places and props show wear, and some teams report hints arriving unasked. The game leans text-heavy and can start slow, with several saying it’s pricey for the production level.
StrengthsCheerful holiday atmosphere with some genuinely original puzzle touches and satisfying team reveals. Friendly, attentive hosts often elevate the run.
SecurityReviews mention attentive hosts and a family-friendly vibe, with no intense effects or hazards noted. Standard briefing and monitoring keep play smooth.
Level of fearNot scary at all—pure festive fun. Kids and first-timers are right at home here.
Actors' gameGame masters are called kind, patient, and engaged, often adding to the experience. A few players noted getting help even when they didn’t ask for it.
Quality of riddlesMostly linear and word-forward, with fair logic and a couple standout mechanics that feel fresh. Difficulty is approachable for families, though the reading load won’t suit everyone.
PlotYou’re Seal Team Elf on orders from Santa to nab Franklin’s prototype toy and save Christmas. It’s intentionally goofy and playful, though a few found parts of the story and one red herring a bit random.
Difficulty levelEasy to moderate overall with a few tougher beats. Newer players and families should be comfortable; enthusiasts will move quickly but still find neat ideas.

Reviews

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Leah P.
Beginner
4
I played the earlier version and came back for the Christmas reskin. Staff were welcoming, there isn’t a formal lobby, and it’s a cute, low-budget, family-friendly ride with satisfying aha moments and smart uses of classic decor.
29.12.2025
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Marina K.
Beginner
5
Brought our teens and my Christmas-obsessed mom, and everyone had a blast. Cozy decor, a couple puzzles that genuinely surprised us, and a finale that was delightfully silly. Perfect holiday brain candy.
09.05.2025
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Ava T.
Beginner
4
Some genuinely interesting beats and more puzzles than expected made it fun, even if the set needs TLC. Text-heavy content isn’t my thing, but the GM and owner were great.
01.01.2025
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Guest
Beginner
3
We got fed hints without asking, which took the wind out of a couple solves. Lots of text and the props felt tired. Not awful, just pricey for what it is.
08.12.2025
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Caleb N.
Beginner
4
A year-round Christmas caper with a couple puzzle executions I hadn’t seen before. Difficulty felt fair and mostly linear, with branches feeding into single solves, and the decorations pulled their weight.
27.11.2025
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alex_89
Beginner
4
Mostly linear with a bunch of reading, but the logic tracked and we rarely felt stuck. Set could use a refresh, yet the team moments landed and our GM kept the vibe upbeat.
18.07.2025
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Noah S.
Beginner
3
We got nudged a lot without asking and the room looked worn. Nothing about the puzzles felt special and at $42 a head it didn’t add up.
10.03.2025
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Nate L.
Beginner
5
Maxed-out Christmas charm—punny, cute, and with a smooth flow. Teamwork is baked in, the spaces are fun to explore, and it works for both enthusiasts and first-timers; kids will eat it up.
21.11.2025
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Jess R.
Beginner
4
It’s a Gen‑1 game trying to live in a Gen‑3 world, so the rough edges show. Great for kids, less so for adults chasing high production, and the price felt steep for the build.
25.07.2025
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Dylan H.
Beginner
3
Starts sluggish but picks up steam later. It’s mostly linear with a lot of reading; some puzzles shine while others don’t. The set feels budget, though a few touches are cute.
07.07.2025
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Chris G.
Beginner
4
As a Christmas fan I had a blast, even though the plot felt random and one red herring was out of left field. It still put me in the holiday mood, and yes, there was a friendly dog at the end.
08.09.2025
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Ivan P.
Beginner
4
Light, linear, and friendly to beginners. Not the flashiest build, but we still found a few slick puzzle ideas and left smiling.
06.02.2025
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Sam W.
Beginner
4
Really fun overall with several clever puzzles, and tougher than we expected. The set could use a glow-up, but we still had a great time.
30.07.2025
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Sophie L.
Beginner
5
Holiday joy from the first lock to the last laugh. Clever use of classic decor and one reveal that had our whole group cheering. Would absolutely bring kids or first-timers.
25.04.2025
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Erin M.
Beginner
4
I landed right between a like and a dislike. It’s a well-loved Gen‑1 room with a couple cute ideas, overall just okay, and felt overpriced for what we got.
11.07.2025

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