Game rules – how an escape room works

Everything you need to know before your visit to Exit Games in Stockholm – from how a game works to age limits, cancellation and tips that get you to the finish.

What is an escape room?

An escape room is an adventure where you, as a team, solve puzzles and work your way out of a themed room within 60 minutes. It is about logic, cooperation and communication – no physical strength required. You play 2–8 people depending on the room, always in your own private group.

Before you come

• ▸Arrive 5–10 minutes before your start time so there is time for check-in and the briefing.
• ▸No prior knowledge is needed – you just need to be able to read and do simple mental arithmetic.
• ▸The rooms can be played in both Swedish and English.
• ▸You pay for the number of people who actually show up (minimum price 800 SEK for 2 people).
• ▸We have two locations in Stockholm: Gamla Stan / Old Town (Osterlanggatan 41) and Sodermalm (Ostgotagatan 66).

During the game

A game master runs through the rules and starts the clock. During the game we watch via camera and can give hints over the speaker as soon as you want help – you should have fun, not get stuck. Each clue and object is used only once, so what you have already solved you rarely need again.

Things to keep in mind in the room

• ▸Do not climb on furniture or fittings.
• ▸Do not break anything – the puzzles never require force.
• ▸Do not pull out cables or plugs.
• ▸Do not use your phone to cheat.
• ▸No photos or filming inside the rooms.
• ▸Do not touch items marked “Do not touch”.

Tips that get you to the finish

• ▸Spread out and search the whole room thoroughly from the start.
• ▸Say out loud what you find – someone else often has the missing piece.
• ▸Keep boxes and hatches open so you can see what has already been searched.
• ▸Ask for a hint in time instead of getting stuck.
• ▸Set aside what is solved and let go of clues that lead nowhere.

Age limits & children

Children are warmly welcome together with an adult on the team and usually have the most fun from around the age of ten. Our horror rooms we recommend from 18 years. Children 8–12 play at half price and children 0–7 for free.

Cancellation & rebooking

If you need to cancel, you do it easily via the link in your booking confirmation. We do not charge for no-shows. If you want to rebook, or are a larger group that needs help with times, just get in touch and we will sort it out.

Accessibility

In Gamla Stan (Old Town) the game rooms are reached via stairs – there is no lift. On Sodermalm we recommend hard-wearing clothing for some missions. If you have special needs, please contact us before booking and we will help.

Contact & opening hours

Open every day 10:30–21:00, game time 60 minutes. Gamla Stan: Osterlanggatan 41. Sodermalm: Ostgotagatan 66. Call +46 73 522 45 05 or email booking@exitgames.se – we are happy to help.