We have visited Locksmith Escape Games twice to play two of their games, Bloodshed Bayou and Doomsday Disaster, which were created in partnership with The Escape Ventures, one of our favorite escape room businesses in Orlando. I can't speak for their other games, so this review is focused on the two we have done and the business as a whole. First of all, this business is located inside a mall from the 90s with all the vintage architecture to match, if you're into that (I am). It feels like a dead mall, with an unbelievable number of closed store fronts and almost no working escalators (it's an escape room in and of itself trying to figure out how to get up and down) but it was pretty busy the one Saturday we went when it was open, so it's more like a living time capsule. When visiting Locksmith after mall hours, you may enter through the side of the building, in between the Dillards and JC Penney anchor stores. The first room we did here was Bloodshed Bayou. The scenic in this room is fantastic and did a great job adding a creepy swamp feeling to the room (although to be clear I wouldn't categorize this as a "spooky" room by any measure). The only reason this isn't a "five star" room for me is because there were one or two puzzles that I felt had slightly iffy logic. I like to have the "a-ha" moment where everything falls into place and makes perfect sense, and for the most part I did that on this experience. I did this room in June 2022, however, so it's entirely possible some of those puzzles could have changed by now! We did the newest room, Doomsday Disaster, two days ago on Saturday. We maxed the room out with six people (we fit okay, but personally I wouldn't recommend putting more than four people in this room for the best experience). Overall the puzzles flowed well and we flew through the room. The only complaint our team had collectively was that the final puzzle was a bit tedious--the kind of puzzle where you figure it out, and THEN you have to do a bunch of work without much thinking--which made the ending anticlimactic. This may sound counterintuitive (but stay with me), but I generally don't love an escape room where the final move is to escape... especially in a case where that activity doesn't align with the established plot line. When I first started doing escape rooms (about 8 years ago, oof), it was expected that the final move would be punching numbers in a door and opening it, but when we opened the final door of Doomsday, we thought we were moving into the final room, not the hallway. Regardless, we had a great experience overall with the room. The staff here is also lovely and they all seem passionate about what they do. I didn't catch his real name, but "Paranoid Pete" from Doomsday gave us a great experience! Though it's a little outside of the usual Orlando bubble, I can definitely recommend these two games for escape enthusiasts, especially those who are fans of the Escape Ventures. I think these would also be a great first experience for any newbies who are curious about escape rooms, especially Doomsday Disaster. read more

Locksmith Escape Games - We escaped Doomsday Disaster in 32:48! - Escape Games Near Me - Sanford, Florida

One word. HOT. While I don't necessarily fully blame Locksmith for this, the room should've been given a slight discount due to the discomfort of how insanely hot it was. It would've been nice if there was a disclaimer on the website of what to expect. The AC isn't working properly there, so the staff offered neck fans and complimentary water. If I'm paying close to $40 after tax per person, I shouldn't have to be sweating non stop during an hour. The room is pretty small, so that probably added to the heat. We did the bunker themed room. It was heavily lock oriented. So it was a lot of finding combinations. There was 1-2 puzzles that our group really enjoyed. It was a good room, but not amazing. I think the other room we've done there that is swamp theme was more fun. The staff was friendly. It's a bummer they don't offer returning customer discounts. We were told though if we signed up for emails we would get a 10% off coupon. I wish I was told that last time I went, because I would've utilized the coupon this time. With the AC problem I really feel like they should offer a $10 off per person compensation. The room is quality, the staff is nice, but the heat really makes it hard to truly enjoy. As long as the AC is broken, I don't plan on returning. 3 stars because the theme is alright, some of the puzzles our group enjoy, and staff is friendly. Subtracting 2 stars because of the price & the room being insanely hot. I did not take them up on the offer for neck fans. I just didn't find it appealing to wear a neck fan that other sweaty people have potentially worn. I do feel like the staff tried to accommodate. But ultimately we are paying a ton of money, and the experience didn't meet the expectations. read more

For a couple of us, it was our first escape room. It was lots of fun! Perfect for first-timers. I also loved the fact that they gave us as many clues as necessary. The ONLY thing I would change would be to get fans in each room. It was extremely hot in there. read more

The Wagon Trail was F-U-N!! My daughter & I NEEDED a cheerful experience together and this hit it out of the park!! Love the room decor & experience!! Definitely recommend this A++ read more

Freaking awesome! We booked a last minute room for myself and two daughters and the end of days one was killer. Not scary and def fun. The manager abided by our request to limit help and was extremely cool with the banter at the beginning. We will be going back this week to try the swamp. So much fun and not overly complicated. Was our 5 or 6 one but first time at this establishment and will def be back to try at least 3 or the 4. read more

The Genie escape room was my 22nd Escape room in the last three years. My husband, myself and daughter escaped! We have played amazing rooms and ones that we didn't even want to try and finish because they were terrible. I'd say this one was in our top 6 escape rooms! I don't have anything negative to say about it. We all really enjoyed the theme. There were no unnecessary items thrown in to confuse you, which I greatly appreciate. It was their most difficult room, but after doing 22 rooms it wasn't too difficult for us, but I'd say it was the right amount of difficulty for anyone! The room was beautiful. We'll be back! read more

Locksmith Escape Games - We escaped the Evil Genie! - Escape Games Near Me - Sanford, Florida

It's in a weird location if you go after mall hours. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Rooms are well made, puzzles are challenging and surprising. Would definitely visit again if in the areas. read more

We have done The genie room as well as Raven Wood as a family. My kids loved both rooms and we had a blast as a family. The employees are very energetic and fun. We would highly recommend Raven Wood it was by far our favorite. We will be going back for sure. read more

Six of us (three couples) visited this past Saturday evening. Four of us have played NUMEROUS escape games, and two were total newbies. WOW - what a great night! Locksmith has an awesome "try before you buy" experience in the lobby, so our two newbies were able to get a taste of what they were in for. We played the Evil Genie room and had a BLAST. Each of us played a different role in solving the game. Often in escape rooms someone will feel left out, but this is the first game I've played where literally every person played a part in solving the riddles / room. This is a fairly new establishment, but don't let that deter you. If anything, they have learned from the pitfalls of others and have developed an experience that both experienced players and newbies alike will enjoy. We had an amazing time, and are pleased (and astounded!) at this point to hold the record for this room - with no hints! Everything was laid out neatly and orderly, and we moved quickly and efficiently through the puzzles laid out before us. It was definitely a team effort to solve everything! KUDOS to Locksmith, and to the love and devotion behind it. We will be back!!! read more

This place was literally the best. Our game master was Maddie and she was hilarious and super nice. I went with my two friends and the staff was nice about it being our first escape room. Of course your not actually locked in the room, which was a big relief to me. Although the wait times and miscommunication was an obstacle, it was a great experience. I would definitely recommend and am looking forward to go again! read more

We had a really great time. The Woods escape room had several creative and new features that I had not previously seen in other rooms. It definitely had haunted house elements with the fear factor. I appreciated the refreshments afterwards. It's priced fairly and was told that they don't force strangers to share room with you once you have booked which is something that I wish other rooms did. I'm definitely coming back to do Genie. read more

This place is great! Maddie was so friendly and energetic! We are definitely coming back and asking for her to be are game leader!

Pass by this place all the time in the mall, decided to finally visit. I'm glad we did. The game Rave Wood was fun and kept you thinking. Would definitely be back to try the other rooms! read more

For our son's 9th birthday we went here. The young lady host was great and helped make the time about our son. Even hid a birthday card at the end to be found. Clean Took mask wearing and cleaning seriously. Was very well decorated Puzzles were fun (we did the voodoo) The employees seemed to be happy (surprising how few are at Other rooms) Would recommend. read more

So much fun! Played "The curse of the evil genie" room and it was super cool! The room itself was challenging but very cleverly put together. The staff was extremely kind and helpful. Will definitely be back!! read more

We went last night and played all 3 games. All were awesome but what made the experience so great was the staff. Amer and Parker were great. Very personable and even had great conversations after the games. If or when they get any new games we will definitely be back! read more

Amazing games and awesome staff!!! I had the best time there. I did all the rooms and the rooms were decorated beautifully! I coming back for sure!! Can't wait to see more!! read more