Fantasy Themed games are the most classic examples of imagination come to life. Beloved fairy tales leap off their pages, immersing us in their fantastical worlds like never before. Guests become part of these timeless stories, taking on key roles that help the adventure unfold – meeting some of their favorite characters along the way. Fantasy Themed games can take us to castles guarded by dragons, into the whimsical worlds of princesses or even the magical realms of wizards. As long as there is imagination left in the world, Fantasy Themed games will be filled to the brim with limitless possibilities.
Escape Authority is honored to announce our 2020 Keys To Greatness – Best Fantasy Theme winners:
Down the Rabbit Hole
(Upland, CA)
Down the Rabbit Hole could be a winner in any category – and without question is an exceptionally appealing game even for the most experienced of players. Satisfyingly thought-provoking challenges will keep the grown-ups on their toes while a fantastical cartoon-world come to life, full of adorably zany creatures will transport younger adventures into the ultimate playroom. But make no mistake – there’s plenty of tasks for the kids to contribute their skill sets to as well. Embracing a familiar-but-different Alice in Wonderland theme we all grew up with, Trapped! turns the page by transporting us into an entirely unique storyworld that is both recognizable and fresh.
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Irvine School of Wizardry and the Dragon Wand
(Irvine, CA)
Drawing inspiration from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Hidden Donkey crafts a completely unique realm of imagination that stands on its own. Students in Irvine School of Wizardry and the Dragon Wand must learn magic spells, and actually cast them in a battle against dark forces to keep a balance of light in the world. This experience is so whimsical and so fantastical that it instantly appeals to the young and young at heart – offering a satisfying challenge full of genuine “wow!” moments sure to surprise experienced players, while also still maintaining an attainable challenge for newer groups. In a world of curses and spells, Irvine School of Wizardry and the Dragon Wand is truly magical.
Click Here to read our full review of Irvine School of Wizardry and the Dragon Wand.
Drago’s Castle
5 Wits
(West Nyack, NY / Albany, NY / Syracuse, NY / Buffalo, NY / Plymouth Meeting, PA / Arlington, VA)
5 Wits is the ultimate Family Brand in Escape Game (like) activities – and while any one of their epic adventures is entirely deserving of a Golden Key To Greatness, Drago’s Castle is the priceless jewel in their well-earned crown. Transporting guests into a world of Fantasy that could easily exist within Disneyland itself, Drago’s Castle is simply imagination come to life. With challenges geared towards younger Family members, there’s still plenty for grown-ups to do, keeping everyone on the team fully engaged. A real life not-too-scary face-to-face battle with an actual living, breathing dragon creates the cinematic exclamation point for this adventure, guaranteeing all who journey into this world of magic will leave with memories that last a lifetime.
Click Here to read our full review of Drago’s Castle.
Congratulations to our winners of the first ever Keys To Greatness – Best Fantasy Theme award!
With more than 1,000 games played across the site, being picked as one of the best three in the country is a well-earned honor to truly be proud of!
With so many deserving games worthy of recognition, our goal is to ensure these Keys To Greatness awards are attainable to all – not just those with blockbuster budgets that might be otherwise out of reach. As such, it’s important to note that we have, as much as possible, limited games to winning a single category – but every game will still be qualified to win the coveted Keys to Greatness – Best Game award, as well as the Keys to Greatness – Remote Play awards.
*Although the games I’ve personally designed are consistently very highly rated by both enthusiasts and newer players alike, I cannot in good conscience nominate an attraction I created. As such, those games and the venues that call them home have been intentionally omitted from consideration for any Keys To Greatness award.
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