Amaze Escape

Business Details

11 Years

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Experience Thrilling Escape Rooms in Arlington, MA

Amaze Escape was founded in 2015 by Chiu Chan and Jim Chen, who introduced Boston to the immersive thrill of Escape from Death Row. Shortly after, they launched The Art of the Heist, expanding their offerings to include two distinct escape experiences. In 2024, the business was acquired by a group passionate about immersive entertainment, ensuring the continuation of its legacy. Our escape rooms are housed in a former police precinct, featuring real working jail cells that enhance the authenticity of each challenge. We specialize in creating environments that test teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills through meticulously designed puzzles and storylines. Our spaces cater to diverse groups, including friends, families, and corporate teams, offering private sessions to ensure an uninterrupted experience.

We prioritize accessibility, ensuring our games are engaging for both seasoned escape room enthusiasts and first-time players. Our staff, including experienced game masters like Travis and Richard, provides tailored guidance to maintain the balance between challenge and enjoyment. We continuously refine our experiences based on guest feedback, ensuring each visit remains fresh and exciting. Our commitment to quality has earned us recognition as a standout destination in the Boston area, with guests praising our attention to detail and the unique adrenaline-fueled adventures we deliver.

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Escape from Death Row The Art of the Heist Gift Cards

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Year established: 2015

Highlights and features

We offer escape rooms in authentic jail cells for unparalleled immersion.
Our staff includes experienced game masters who enhance the experience with personalized interactions.
Private sessions ensure no strangers join your group during gameplay.
Designed for all skill levels, balancing challenge and accessibility for families and teams.
Consistently praised for creative puzzles and memorable adrenaline-fueled adventures.

What people say

So fun Challenging but fair Amazing game masters Perfect for families Creative puzzles

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Escape from Death Row

This escape room uses authentic jail cells to create a high-stakes prison break scenario. Players must solve puzzles and uncover clues to escape execution within 60 minutes. The experience emphasizes teamwork and immersive storytelling, with real cell doors and period-accurate props enhancing authenticity. Designed for 2-6 players, it offers adjustable difficulty to accommodate different group sizes and skill levels.

The Art of the Heist

A police station-themed escape room where players assume roles as professional thieves recovering a stolen briefcase. The 60-minute challenge features interconnected puzzles requiring coordination among 4-8 participants. The game balances complexity with solvability, ensuring all players contribute to the mission's success. Multiple simultaneous puzzles prevent single-player dominance, encouraging collaborative problem-solving.

Gift Cards

Digital gift cards provide flexible access to both escape room experiences. Recipients can book sessions at their convenience, with options for custom denominations. The cards make ideal gifts for birthdays, holidays, or corporate team-building events. Purchases support last-minute bookings while maintaining the full immersive experience for recipients.

People

Chiu Chan

Founder

Co-founder of Amaze Escape, Chiu Chan developed the original Escape from Death Row concept. His vision transformed a former police precinct into Boston's most unique escape room destination. Continues to influence immersive experience design.

Jim Chen

Co-Founder

Co-created Amaze Escape's foundational experiences with Chiu Chan. Instrumental in establishing the business's reputation for innovative puzzle design and authentic environments. Helped shape the company's expansion with The Art of the Heist.

Travis

Game Master

Experienced game master known for enhancing player experiences through personalized interactions. Provides strategic hints while maintaining immersion. Praised for accommodating special events like birthday parties with extra support and flexibility.

Questions

What is an escape room?

An escape room is an immersive game where players solve puzzles to escape a themed room within 60 minutes. Our rooms use real jail cells and interactive elements for maximum engagement.

Are the escape rooms private?

Yes, all sessions are private. We never combine groups, ensuring your team has exclusive access to the room for the full 60-minute experience.

What group sizes work best?

Escape from Death Row works best with 4-5 players, while The Art of the Heist accommodates 5-6 players. Both games support smaller or larger groups with adjusted difficulty.

Can children participate?

Yes, both rooms are family-friendly. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Birthday parties and school groups are welcome with staff support.

What happens if we can't escape?

While most groups escape, our game masters provide hints if needed. Even if you don't complete the mission, you'll still enjoy the full immersive experience.

What are the cancellation policies?

Cancel up to 7 days before for a full refund. Reschedule until 48 hours prior. No refunds or changes within 48 hours of your scheduled time.

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Melanie D.

Dec 06, 2020 Report

Did a small private event for my son's 13th birthday. Kids had a blast. Online booking was super easy. Staff was great. Thank you!

Luke Ferrone

Dec 16, 2019 Report

Great escape room! Awesome puzzles and event. Only complaint is its very hard to get involved if your a kid but overall its a amazing event and 10/10 recommend

Sean Campbell

Sep 22, 2019 Report

Really cool escape room! Built in the old Arlington jail, they have some really interesting puzzles and very well crafted. Will be back!

Jennifer Rajaseharan

Aug 18, 2019 Report

The hosts were kind, the puzzles were fun! We didn't get through but would love to go again! Went as a single group of five. They were open even during a snow storm!!! You get fun pictures taken at the end, whether you lose or win :)

Kathleen M.

Jan 27, 2019 Report

We tried our first "Escape the Room" type of activity last week at Amaze Escape and we had a blast. The Game Master was very helpful and went over what to expect before starting the game. It was well run, clever and more intricate than I would have predicted! It was unlike anything I had ever done before and was a great way to spend a Friday night. I highly recommend trying out Amaze Escape!