Escape rooms have come a long way from combination locks and clues scribbled on pieces of paper. Soon, Melbourne will get to experience what happens when the concept is pushed much further. Escape This, the incredible experience beloved by Sydney and Perth and recently named Australia’s Best Immersive Experience Provider for 2026, is opening in Melbourne, bringing its collection of cinematic adventures, elaborate sets and story-led gameplay to a new audience. Before tickets are released to the public, Melburnians can join the waitlist for exclusive pre-sale access.
Across a number of different worlds, players aren’t simply solving puzzles, they’re stepping into fully realised stories where every room, prop and challenge has been designed to pull you deeper into the story. Depending on the experience, you could be sneaking aboard the notorious pirate Calico Jack’s ship to steal his hidden treasure before dawn, answering the call of a magical academy to stop the Shadow Realm from breaking through, or trying to survive the terrifying grip of a haunted house where an evil spirit wants you to stay forever. With even more adventures set to arrive in the future, there’s plenty waiting beyond Melbourne’s exciting opening line-up. The experiences are supported by high-production sets and theatrical world-building that have earned international awards, helping blur the line between escape room and immersive adventure. It’s no surprise the company has accumulated more than 15,000 five-star reviews and earned international recognition as one of Australia’s leading immersive entertainment providers!
Perfect for a unique family outing, a next-level team-building activity, or a wild group adventure with friends, there’s plenty of fun to be had at Escape This. The experiences vary in theme and intensity, but they share the same attention to detail and commitment to transporting players somewhere else for an hour. For anyone who has ever wished their favourite movie, game or fantasy world was something they could step inside, Melbourne’s newest immersive experience is definitely worth keeping on your radar.
