Locked in at the Lake is a unique and exciting escape room adventure, right here in Northwest Indiana (NWI), in Cedar Lake. With five rooms designed for kids, teens, and adults, there’s truly something for everyone. If you’re looking for 60 minutes of non-stop excitement, book your adventure today! In this blog post, we will tell you what is an escape room, how to play at Locked in at the Lake, and what are the benefits and features of choosing us.

What is an Escape Room and How Does It Work?

An escape room is a live-action game that challenges you to solve a series of puzzles, clues, and tasks within a limited time, usually 60 minutes. You will be locked in a themed room with your friends, family, or coworkers, and you will have to work together as a team to achieve a specific goal, such as escaping, finding a treasure, or saving the world. An escape room is a fun and immersive way to test your skills, creativity, and communication, while having a memorable and thrilling experience.

How to Play at Locked in at the Lake?

To play at Locked in at the Lake, you need to follow these simple steps:

Visit our website and choose one of our five escape rooms, based on your preference, group size, and difficulty level. You can also check our availability and prices online.
Book your escape room online or by phone, and pay securely with your credit card. You can book for up to 10 people per room, depending on the room capacity. You can also book multiple rooms for larger groups or special events.
Arrive at our location 15 minutes before your scheduled time, and check in with our friendly staff. You will receive a brief introduction and instruction about your escape room and the rules of the game.
Enter your escape room and start your adventure! You will have 60 minutes to solve the puzzles, clues, and tasks, and to complete your mission. You can also ask for hints from our staff if you get stuck or need help.
Celebrate your success or learn from your failure! After your escape room, you will receive a debriefing and feedback from our staff, and you can also take photos and share your experience with others.

What are the Benefits of Playing at Locked in at the Lake?

Playing at Locked in at the Lake has many benefits, such as:

Fun and entertainment: Playing at Locked in at the Lake is a great way to have fun and entertainment with your friends, family, or coworkers. You will enjoy the thrill and excitement of solving the puzzles, clues, and tasks, and the satisfaction and joy of completing your mission.
Team building and bonding: Playing at Locked in at the Lake is a great way to build and bond with your team, whether it is your family, friends, or coworkers. You will learn to work together, communicate effectively, and trust each other, while overcoming the challenges and obstacles of the escape room.
Education and learning: Playing at Locked in at the Lake is a great way to educate and learn new things, such as facts, skills, and strategies. You will also improve your cognitive abilities, such as logic, memory, and creativity, while playing the escape room.
Health and wellness: Playing at Locked in at the Lake is a great way to improve your health and wellness, both physically and mentally. You will burn calories, release endorphins, and reduce stress, while playing the escape room.

What are the Features of Locked in at the Lake?

Locked in at the Lake has many features that make us stand out from other escape rooms, such as:

Variety and quality: Locked in at the Lake has five escape rooms, each with a different theme, story, and difficulty level. Our escape rooms are designed and built with high-quality materials, technology, and props, to create a realistic and immersive environment for our players.
Accessibility and affordability: Locked in at the Lake is conveniently located in Cedar Lake, Indiana, which is easily accessible from Chicago, Illinois, and other nearby cities. Our escape rooms are also affordable and competitive, with prices ranging from $25 to $30 per person, depending on the room and the number of players.
Service and safety: Locked in at the Lake has a friendly and professional staff, who are always ready to assist and guide our players. Our escape rooms are also safe and secure, with emergency exits, fire alarms, and surveillance cameras, to ensure the safety and comfort of our players.

What are the Escape Rooms at Locked in at the Lake?

Locked in at the Lake has five escape rooms, each with a different theme, story, and difficulty level. Here is a brief description of each escape room:

The Vault: Your group enters the lobby of Safe Holdings Bank, but some of your friends are being held hostage in the bank’s vault. It’s up to you to get them out, but they will help, too. They’ve got a lot to solve and both groups need to work together in unique ways to free the hostages. After you free the hostages (usually half-way through), your entire group will work together to achieve the final task – it’s heart-pumping excitement! This escape room can work with a minimum of 4 people, but the optimum group size is between 6 – 10. Great for teens and adults. 8/10 for difficulty. High-tech escape room, not scary.
The Missing Piece: You have been invited to game night with your friends, where winner takes all. The problem is when you grab your games you realize one piece is missing from every game. You only have 60 minutes to play every game and find all the missing pieces. This room is a mix of game show/larger than life board game excitement. This game is a mix of tech and locks. The Missing Piece has a minimum of 4 players and up to 10 people can play this game. Optimal size is 6-10 people. Great for teens and adults. 7/10 for difficulty.
Under The Stars: You and your friends are camping in the woods, but you wake up to find that you are locked in your tent. You have to find a way out of your tent and then find your way back to your car. This room is a mix of nature and technology, with a twist at the end. Under The Stars has a minimum of 2 players and up to 6 people can play this game. Optimal size is 4-6 people. Great for kids and families. 5/10 for difficulty.
The Lake House: You and your friends are staying at a lake house for the weekend, but you discover that the owner is a serial killer who has trapped you inside. You have to find a way out of the lake house and escape his clutches. This room is a classic horror-themed escape room, with a lot of scares and surprises. The Lake House has a minimum of 4 players and up to 8 people can play this game. Optimal size is 6-8 people. Great for adults and thrill-seekers. 9/10 for difficulty. Scary escape room, not for the faint of heart.
After Hours: You and your friends are employees at a toy store, but you decide to stay after hours and play with the toys. However, you soon realize that the toys are alive and they are not happy with you. You have to appease the toys and find a way out of the store before they get angry. This room is a whimsical and fun escape room, with a lot of humor and charm. After Hours has a minimum of 4 players and up to 10 people can play this game. Optimal size is 6-10 people. Great for kids and families. 6/10 for difficulty. Funny escape room, not scary.

Conclusion

Locked in at the Lake is the ultimate escape room experience in Northwest Indiana, that offers something for everyone. Locked in at the Lake has five escape rooms, each with a different theme, story, and difficulty level. Locked in at the Lake has many benefits and features, such as variety, quality, accessibility, affordability, service, and safety. Locked in at the Lake is a perfect place to visit for any occasion, whether you are looking for a birthday party, a corporate event, a family outing, or a date night. Locked in at the Lake is a place where you can have fun, challenge yourself, and bond with your team. Locked in at the Lake is a place where you can escape the ordinary and enter the extraordinary. If you are interested in playing at Locked in at the Lake, you can visit our website and book your escape room today.