Wigwam Escape Room Tips

If you are a newbie or a seasoned escape room player there are a few helpful tips to keep in mind when trying to solve puzzles and beat the clock!  In addition to listening attentively to your host or hostess of the room, we have compiled eight tips from players that have experienced Wigwam Escape to help you find your way to a cure for the village and escape the room.  To book the room visit https://wigwamescape.org

Play the game with five friends, co-workers or family members.
Teams that know each other work better together because there is a common thread of communication and knowledge of how your teammates think.  Escape rooms require teamwork, your best bet is to rent the room out for your group.

Listen to your teammates.
If you can't solve a puzzle on your own, don't be afraid to ask your team for help.  If your teammate has an idea, try it out with them, it just might work.

Communicate with your teammates.
If a member of your team finds an important clue, make sure it is communicated to the rest of the team.  Escape rooms can be chaotic and the clock is always ticking so communicate.

Divide and conquer to search.
It is important that every member of your team contributes to the escape and helps to solve the puzzles. Communication and organization of different tasks make everyone feel included in the game and ensures that some puzzles won't be missed or forgotten until the last minute.

Be organized!
It is helpful if you organize the solved puzzles neatly in the room where they are easily accessible. Make sure that you inspect the room thoroughly so you don't miss any important clues.

Ask for a hint.
If your team is really stuck on something, don't be afraid to ask for a hint.  It is no fun if you are frustrated because you are overly stuck!  Our hosts at Wigwam Escape are trained to push you in the right direction.

Don't use excessive force.
Breaking puzzles is bad for the escape room and for the players. Player safety and the sequence of the game depend on functionality so avoid climbing on walls, trees and other items in the room. Game hosts will run down a list of things that will keep you out of trouble!

Don't be afraid to lose.
The game is most fun when you take your time and enjoy solving the puzzles. Wigwam Escape is designed to be fun, educational and challenging.  Have fun with your friends playing the game and don't focus on the outcome.

About The Institute for American Indian Studies (IAIS)

Located on 15 woodland acres the IAIS preserves and educates through archeology, research, exhibitions, and programs.  We have an outdoor replicated 16th c. Algonkian Village and Wigwam Escape and a Museum with temporary and permanent displays of authentic artifacts from prehistory to the present that allows visitors to foster a new understanding of the world and the history and culture of Native Americans. The Institute for American Indian Studies is located on 38 Curtis Road in Washington Connecticut.