The Fun House

The set pops the second you walk in, and our GM stayed in character the whole hour—hints turned into jokes and mini-bits. We pushed the button and howled, then still made it out with time. Lock-heavy, sure, but it all made sense and flowed. Great for a mixed group.

We played the adult mode and, while it’s a classic lock-and-key build, the hint character made it feel fresh. We overthought the opener, then cruised. For two players it might be rough, but with four it sings, and the carnival flair is delightful.

Extremely non-linear and occasionally disorienting, but the puzzle ideas are creative and satisfying. Lots of padlocks, still fun to crack, and I’d recommend at least four players for comfort.

Whimsical, family-friendly design that’s stood the test of time, with a kids mode to boot. It’s compact, best with five or fewer, and yes, it’s lock-heavy—but the flow, humor, and GM interaction make it shine.

Fun, colorful, and a little chaotic at the start; there were so many locks open at once that I got spun around. Once we found the groove, it clicked. Not their deepest story, but we laughed a lot and felt fully immersed.

More magic-and-illusions than circus stunts, which worked for us. The in-room guide character made for memorable moments, though the many simultaneous locks can pile up in this non-linear run.

Fantastic set work and a string of memorable gags, lifted even higher by Aryanna’s in-character hosting. With so many locks at once, tracking inputs got fuzzy, but the logic held and this became an instant favorite.

If you dislike padlocks, this won’t convert you. That said, the clues are fair, the humor lands, and our GM was a riot. I wanted a bit more story, but still left grinning.

Disney-level charm on a smaller scale. Zero scares, just clever illusions and goofy banter from Zoltar that totally sold the theme. Would happily bring kids or out-of-town friends here.

I expected Hex to be the star, but this one stole my heart with its goofy tone and rapid-fire puzzles. Our GM amped up the comedy, and a certain playful shaming bit had us in stitches. Not the most complex game, but the sheer volume kept us busy and happy.

Not everything felt non-linear, but there’s plenty to do. Yes, I pressed the red button and lost time, then had to earn it back with a silly performance. Once we got rolling, all those locks came together nicely and Zoltar kept us laughing.

The hint system was a hoot and the theme stayed strong, even if the story wasn’t the focus. We still prefer Hex overall, but this was a solid, immersive experience with plenty to chew on.

Tight space used cleverly, circus energy everywhere, and the clue delivery is actually entertaining. A playful room that embraces its size and tone.

Probably the studio’s lightest room, yet still worth playing for its charm and a few standout puzzles. It leans lock-and-key, looks great, and could use a modern glow-up, but the fun factor remains.

Two enthusiasts, no kids, and we still had a blast. Nonlinear paths meant we were constantly busy, and nothing felt obtuse. An old-school build done right.