Curio

Curio still earns attention because it is built around a genuinely unusual central idea. This is not a neat chain of locks and codes. It is a puzzle-led explorer’s study with a proper sense of reveal, the sort of room that feels clever from the start and keeps finding new ways to surprise you. For seasoned teams, that alone makes it worth the trip.

The atmosphere is part of the appeal. Escapologic has given Curio a richly dressed, story-led space that leans into wonder and trickery rather than noise or fear, and the best moments come from discovering how the room reconfigures your assumptions. It has the feel of a proper one-off, with a twist that lingers long after you leave.

The puzzle flow is generally linear, but that works in the room’s favour when the team is tight and communicating well. The game suits two to four confident players best, especially if you enjoy original mechanisms and want your clues to feel purposeful rather than decorative. It is the kind of room enthusiasts seek out because the design feels smart and deliberate.

There are caveats, though, and they matter. Curio is not in pristine modern condition, and some players will notice wear, warmth and the occasional awkward bit of movement. Taller players may feel the space more keenly, and anyone prone to motion sickness should think carefully before booking. These are not minor details in a room whose core experience depends on comfort and concentration.

Even with those drawbacks, Curio remains a landmark escape room for enthusiasts. It is distinctive, memorable and easy to recommend if you want something with real personality rather than a standard city-centre challenge. In a field full of competent games, this one still has the sort of singular idea that makes people travel.