Types of Escape Room themes

25 Feb Types of Escape Room themes

The types of themes in escape games is not something that is talked about a lot on the Internet; as the Escape Room centres (with internet presence) have concentrated on talking about the types of escapology games: linear and non-linear.

So, it's time to tackle this topic and we'll address it by answering the following questions: how important is the theme in a Room Escape game, and what types of themes are you likely to encounter? Let's get started!

Room Escape: Variety is the spice of life

Importance of the theme in a game of escapism

Surely you have been told about the different "tricks" that exist to win a game of Escape Room or about the acceptance they have had in Spain and around the world, right? But perhaps they haven't told you that the theme is the element that gets the players involved.

In other words, the theme is what piques the interest of the escapists or gives them a reason to play. This is why when designing an escapism game you have to make sure that the theme is attractive.

Why? Firstly, so that there is an emotional connection and secondly, so that the players experience that sense of immersion, of course, the story also plays a super important role.

This explains why romantic themes (typical of soap operas) are not compatible with the Escape Room.

And the reason is simple: within this world it is necessary to establish a quick connection with the escapists so that they can get into active mode to start the challenge.

Variety of Escape Rooms

The themes chosen for escapism often have different characteristics, but they have one thing in common: the objective. Why? Because it will always lead to a challenge that the team must overcome.

The fact is that the theme has to be interesting, but without a story or a goal, it won't do any good. Now, let's see what are the most common types of themes in the Escape Room:

• They usually range from extraterrestrial stories to journeys to other planets. The truth is that these themes are perfect for a science fiction experience.
• War conflicts of the past - are you familiar with the Cold War, the Second World War? This is what these themes are often about, adding mystery and uncertainty to the game.
• Police investigations. Nowadays many arcades invite you to play detectives to catch the thief, the spy or find out who the serial killer is, etc.
• In this type of theme you may have to find the antidote in a laboratory to save the world from a disease, defuse a bomb, escape from a murderer, find treasure, etc.
• Ancient civilisations. It could be a game set in medieval times, ancient Egypt or the age of the Vikings.
• Literary or cinematic characters. Don't be surprised when you walk into a room based on Saw, Alice in Wonderland, Sherlock Holmes or others.
• These themes are a classic, as they tend to attract people who love stories of ghosts, monsters, spirits, apparitions or Ouija sessions ...

As you can see, there are several types of escapology themes that can attract the attention of escape enthusiasts, but the key to the success of these themes is nurtured by an interesting story and a clear objective.