Best Escape Room & Mystery Boxes for Fun at Home

Escape the Crate brings high-quality riddles, puzzles, and the curiosity to crack codes into the home. These games can be played solo or in a small group of up to six. Reviewers love the length of game play and the ability to select different levels of expertise. These escape room creators are a fan favorite.

“It took us (three adults) about 3 hours to do "Escape the Gold Rush Robbery" and we all enjoyed ourselves, finding the puzzles pleasantly challenging but not frustrating.” -Kj. L

The Conundrum Box is a new mystery and adventure box that delivers part escape room experience, part choose your own adventure! Each month builds on an exciting narrative with puzzles, clues, and ciphers to crack the case and solve the mystery. Boxes can also be solved as a stand-alone mystery and revolve around a new theme!

“Conundrum box deliveries truly clever and unique puzzles every month. I am always impressed by the fun themes and props and everything they do to increase the immersive experience.” - Christopher B.

Solve puzzles while traveling the world with this thrilling escape room game! Finders Seekers is the perfect gift for puzzle solvers and mystery fans who loves a challenge! Enjoy this game with the family or venture off and uncover complex clues with a single use mystery game inclusive of hands-on and online gameplay.

“I have been getting Finders Seekers boxes for over a year, and I cannot lie, I'm obsessed. The mysteries are a lot of fun, and they are so much fun to do with friends, especially those that haven't done something like this before. Occasionally, the puzzles are evil (I'm looking at you, Paris box!), but the fact that after a year they can still challenge me is a good thing.” - Rachel C.

Finders Seekers Junior Explorers takes the learning of the classroom and turns it into enthralling mystery games, perfect for children of all ages. Designed by the team behind the #1 rated mystery box on Cratejoy, each box contains a fun 4-day itinerary chock-full of activities to get the brain ticking and heart thumping.

“My kids love Junior Explorers and so do I! It's fun to watch them experiment with a puzzle, trying different things and cheering out loud when they finally figure it out. I like learning about different countries and people along with them. So fun!” – Kendra L.

A Killing Affair goes digital with the immersive murder mystery in a box and the online components. It's like watching your favorite TV show; subscribers start with the first episode and each season has five episodes. This mystery experience knocks storytelling out of the park.

“I recently finished the first season and had to order more. This is just so well done! You get a file folder with witness statements, a case report, and autopsy results for each victim, and there are little evidence bags. Over 5 boxes, the story develops, and you clear some suspects with each box. So much thought went into all of the details! I highly recommend this subscription.” - Stacy B.

History buffs know that the world is riddled with unsolved mysteries and strange occurrences. Why not let them take a stab at solving one through ciphers, puzzles, and more either by themselves or with a group? The mystery gets deeper every month.

“Very interesting story to follow. Loved all the puzzles and cyphers! Definitely a great box if you’re looking for something a little challenging but still fun.” - Sarah G.

Cosykiller is a mystery subscription box centered around a storyline that unfolds over the course of a year. Each month's box includes puzzles and ciphers that help solve the case, plus vintage keepsakes and memorabilia that you get to keep. Solve the mystery on your own, with a group, or seek help from their private Facebook group.

“Eeeeekkk!! I love this box! What an excellent idea. I bought it as an activity my husband and I could do together during lockdown. We've only had the first box so far but we were so impressed with it. I was addicted to smelling the burned journal! It smells so wonderful and I can see how much effort has gone into preparing it. We loved deciphering the codes. The only thing we're sad about is that we have to wait so long for the next box! We're itching to continue the story. Well done for creating such a fun experience.” - Natalie H.

True crime buffs will love ForensiKit's careful curation of authentic tools and activities to learn how the pros solve real-life mysteries! Test your inner CSI fan with these forensics activities and exclusive access to Crime Scene's online detective game.

“I have other products from the folks at Crime Scene (The Missy Hammond Case) and LOVE them! I was surprised, and THRILLED, that there is now a monthly subscription! I am in forensic heaven! Thank you..” - Adrienne F.