If you’re a fan of nail-biting suspense, cloak-and-dagger missions, mind-bending puzzles, and murder mysteries that keep you guessing until the final clue — you’re in the right place.
We bring the world of secret agents, criminal masterminds, and whodunits to your living room with immersive escape room experiences delivered straight to your door.
Whether you love retro crime investigations or high-stakes espionage, we’ve got a box for every thrill-seeker.
Here's your guide to the best Escape the Crate boxes that feature spy thrillers, daring heists, and mystery murders — all perfect for date nights, game nights, or mystery lovers who crave suspense with every clue.
🔍 Escape: Murder in the 90s
Get ready to clip on your pager and crack a murder case straight out of a 90s soap opera.
There has been a murder at the “Java Mugshot” coffee shop, a popular local hangout in New York City. A colorful cast of suspects was in the coffee shop at the time, and it is up to you to explore the fashion, games, movies, sitcoms, and music of the 90’s to see if you can catch the culprit. Be prepared to put on your slap bracelet, try to keep your digital pet alive, and listen to your favorite mix CD, as you try to solve this tricky whodunit!
But that isn’t the only crime, however… In an apartment above the coffee shop, there is evidence of a computer hacker who may be involved in a plot to make Y2K happen. It will be up to you to start up the dial-up internet and see if you can follow the trail of the hacker. There must be SOME connection between these 2 crimes! Can you solve the murder AND stop Y2K?
Perfect for: Fans of retro pop culture, classic whodunits, and murder mystery dinner parties.
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🕶️ Escape: Murder in the 80s
Big hair, big secrets and murder at the arcade.
The year is 1985, and excitement is in the air. A brand-new arcade has just opened its doors, and the entire town has shown up for opening day. The owner — a once-failed entrepreneur — is banking everything on this being his big comeback.
The scene is buzzing: a famous musician is headlining the ribbon-cutting, a fitness celebrity is chasing their big break, and local politicians are shaking hands and scouting photo ops. Even high school students have skipped class to be there, hoping to blend into the crowd before their ever-watchful principal catches them.
But just as the ribbon is cut... someone collapses, dead.
Panic spreads through the pixel-lit chaos, and suddenly the fun is over. It’s up to you to investigate. Interview a quirky cast of suspects, search the arcade for hidden clues, and piece together the mystery before another victim falls — because who’s to say there’s only one killer... or only one body?
This neon-soaked murder mystery is packed with 80s nostalgia, shocking twists, and retro fun that will keep you guessing until the very last clue.
Perfect for: Lovers of all things 80s, game night detectives, and true crime podcast junkies.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: MURDER IN THE 80'S
🕵️ Escape: Crime Noir
Step into the shadowy world of 1940s noir. A glamorous party, a vanishing star, and a deadly countdown...
It’s New Year’s Eve in the golden age of Hollywood. High above the glimmering lights of Tinsel Town, an exclusive party is in full swing at the luxurious Hypnos Hotel. The guest list? A dazzling mix of movie stars, studio execs, and shady underworld figures — and only the most connected were lucky enough to score an invite.
But the glamour quickly fades when a beloved actress mysteriously vanishes mid-party. As rumors swirl and paparazzi swarm the hotel, the night takes an even darker turn: someone else is found dead... right there in the hotel’s lavish halls.
Now, the police have brought you in to investigate. You’ll need to search the crime scene, question powerful suspects, and untangle a web of secrets — all before the clock strikes midnight. But there’s a twist: another private investigator may already be on the case. Are they a rival... or something more sinister?
Can you solve both crimes before the final countdown?
Perfect for: Classic film noir fans, murder mystery enthusiasts, and puzzle lovers.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: CRIME NOIR
🔎 Escape: Whodunit?
Solve a classic whodunit - A murder mystery weekend with a deadly twist.
You’ve just received a mysterious invitation to Burke Manor for the reading of your great-uncle’s will — a man you’ve never even heard of. The surprise only deepens when you arrive to find eight other strangers have been summoned as well, each with their own reasons for being there.
At first, the luxurious estate feels like something out of a storybook. The sprawling grounds boast swimming pools, riding stables, hiking trails, and even a hedge maze. Inside, the grand mansion holds 30 rooms linked by winding staircases, secret passages, dumbwaiters, and hidden doors — the perfect setting for a quiet weekend getaway.
But things quickly take a chilling turn.
Someone among you wants the inheritance... and they’re willing to kill for it.
Guests begin dropping one by one, and it’s up to you to solve each murder before it’s too late. Will you team up with the other players to uncover the killer — or keep vital clues to yourself to get ahead? Be careful who you trust… the next victim could be you.
This eerie but family-friendly murder mystery is packed with suspense, secrets, and competitive twists that will keep everyone guessing to the very end.
Perfect for: Fans of Clue, Knives Out, and classic whodunits.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: WHODUNIT?
🚂 Escape the Train Robbery
A heist with a time-bending twist. The Wild West meets criminal cunning.
The infamous Reuben Gang has been terrorizing the dusty town of Rattler Gulch for months, robbing banks and stagecoaches without mercy. Now, word is out that a train carrying a valuable lockbox is about to roll through — and the gang is surely planning their biggest heist yet.
That’s where you come in.
You’ve been recruited to protect the train and its cargo. With a team of undercover agents at your side, it should be a straightforward job… or so it seems.
But something strange is happening. Every 20 minutes, time restarts.
One moment, you're chasing down bandits — the next, the world around you freezes and rewinds, resetting everything back to the moment the train pulled out of the station. You're caught in a time loop, and it’s clear this isn’t just a robbery… it's a puzzle tied to your malfunctioning time machine.
The train’s events may play out the same with every loop, but your choices can change everything.
Can you uncover the truth behind the glitch, stop the Reuben Gang, and finally break free from the loop? Or are you doomed to relive the same doomed heist — over and over again?
Perfect for: Western fans, adventure seekers, and lovers of classic heist thrillers.
PURCHASE ESCAPE THE TRAIN ROBBERY
💎 Escape: Jewel Heist
Steal the jewels. Save history. Escape the museum. Pull off a high stakes heist!
Three priceless jewels have been stolen from their proper places in time by the notorious villain Mr. X, and now they’re locked away inside one of the most heavily guarded places on Earth: The Royal Museum. If these artifacts aren’t returned to their correct time periods soon, the consequences could be catastrophic — think full-blown time paradox.
Your mission? Infiltrate the museum, bypass cutting-edge security, and recover the jewels before it’s too late. You’ll have a skilled crew to help, but the success of this daring operation will ultimately depend on your choices, your problem-solving, and your nerve.
As you explore the museum’s halls, you’ll encounter ancient Egyptian relics, towering dinosaur skeletons, and world-famous works of art — each hiding crucial clues to help you complete your heist.
But stealing the jewels is only half the job. Once they’re in your hands, the real challenge begins: escaping. With alarms blaring and guards closing in, can you make it out before time runs out?
This high-stakes, high-pressure adventure is perfect for fans of heist films, spy thrillers, and clever puzzle-solving — and it just might be the most thrilling mission you’ve ever taken on.
Perfect for: Fans of Ocean’s Eleven, heist films, and clever escape room challenges.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: JEWEL HEIST
🧨 Escape: Secret Agent
A covert operation. Two missions. One Tower. Zero Room for Error.
Agents, your mission begins now.
Our longtime nemesis, Mr. X, is rumored to be developing a powerful time bomb — and intel places the blueprints for this weapon hidden somewhere inside his 1960s-era corporate skyscraper. Your orders: infiltrate the tower, bypass tight security, and ascend to the top floor to uncover his plans before it’s too late.
But this is no ordinary mission.
You’ll face locked rooms, coded files, and potential traitors in your ranks. As you uncover the secrets buried within Mr. X’s tower, you’ll need to use every clue to trace the bomb’s location — and then race against the clock to disarm it before disaster strikes.
This family-friendly spy thriller packs two full games into one box, filled with plot twists, double-crosses, and high-stakes decisions. From the ground floor to the rooftop, every level brings new puzzles and challenges that test your wit and nerve.
Do you have what it takes to save the world... twice?
Perfect for: Spy movie lovers, action fans, and puzzle-solvers craving espionage and intrigue.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: SECRET AGENT
🛸 Escape: The Roswell Incident
UFOs, cover-ups, and close encounters; aliens and secret government facilities.
Just days after the world was shaken by the now-infamous Roswell Incident, another mysterious crash is discovered — just miles away in the New Mexico desert. But this crash wasn’t supposed to happen. Not in this timeline.
The ripple effects could be catastrophic.
With global panic looming, the U.S. government has turned to you to contain the situation. Your mission? Cover up the crash, examine the alien craft, determine the status of its otherworldly passengers, and transport the wreckage to a top-secret facility — all without tipping off the press or the public.
Easier said than done.
This two-chapter escape game offers two distinct adventures in one box:
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Chapter One is a suspenseful, family-friendly investigation of the crash site, where eerie clues and strange technology paint a picture of what really happened in the desert.
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Chapter Two cranks up the intensity as you come face-to-face with the secrets inside the ship — and possibly with the beings who traveled in it.
Will you keep the timeline intact... or trigger an intergalactic incident?
Perfect for: Sci-fi fans, conspiracy theorists, and mystery lovers who like their puzzles with a twist of the unknown.
PURCHASE ESCAPE: THE ROSWELL INCIDENT
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🎸 Escape: Rock 'n Roll Spy
Secrets, lies and Rock 'n Roll; milkshakes, espionage, and Cold War secrets.
Your next mission drops you straight into the heart of the 1950s — right inside the bustling booths of Benny’s Diner, the hottest malt shop in town. With its shiny jukebox, chrome-lined counters, and classic cars out front, it looks like the perfect slice of Americana.
But behind the poodle skirts and rock 'n roll beats… lies a dangerous secret.
Benny, the beloved diner owner and local celebrity, is under suspicion. Intelligence reports suggest he may have ties to the Soviet Union, and there’s a chance he’s more than just a milkshake-slinging businessman — he might be a Russian spy.
You’ve got one hour.
Slip into the diner undetected, search for hidden clues, and unravel Benny’s secrets before he returns. Can you uncover the truth without blowing your cover?
This Cold War-era caper is packed with nostalgia, twists, and undercover thrills — perfect for players who love a classic setting with a dose of spycraft intrigue.
Perfect for: Music lovers, spy fans, and those who like their mysteries with a backstage pass.
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🛥️ Escape Whodunit 2
A getaway that's to die for... literally.
After the bloody mystery at Burke Manor back in 2022, you probably thought the danger was over… but not so fast. The heir to the fortune has just invited you on a private yacht getaway — think gourmet food, beach excursions, fancy service, and some high-stakes games of chance. Sounds like the perfect weekend, right?
Well… not exactly.
As soon as you arrive, things start to take a dark turn again. The staff are dropping like flies in a string of mysterious "accidents," and you can’t shake the feeling that history is repeating itself. Oh — and did we mention there’s a shark following the yacht? Yeah… and it seems like it knows exactly what’s going on.
You’ll have to work fast (and outsmart the other players) to figure out whodunit before you’re the next victim.
⚠️ Heads up! This is our first-ever DIRECT SEQUEL to one of our past games — Escape: Whodunit? You’ll want to play that one first to avoid spoilers!
Perfect for: Fans of classic murder mysteries with a twist, returning players of Escape Whodunit, and anyone who likes a touch of luxury with their suspense.
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