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Now Open • The Jolly Roger • New Pirate Room

Optimal
Escape // Evansville, Indiana

It's not just an escape game. It's an adventure.

Alien cover-ups, cold-case murders, cursed pirate ships and zombie streets — five fully private rooms, one 60-minute clock. Choose your escape below.

5Private Rooms
60Minutes / Game
2–10Players
AllAges Welcome
All Rooms Private — never with strangers 7 Escape Adventures Loved on Facebook & TripAdvisor Family & Corporate Groups
// Fan Favorites • File 01

Two Rooms Our Players
Can't Stop Talking About

Traditional • Alien / Military Most Popular

Area 51

Can you escape from this place?

You've never believed in aliens until you saw them with your own eyes. Unfortunately, the military has captured you and locked you in a small room. Do you have what it takes to escape before you're silenced for what you have witnessed?

2–10 Players All Ages 60 Minutes
Difficulty
From $30Adult & Child (6–17) • $30
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Traditional • Crime / Noir Hardest Room

Murder Mystery

Can you crack the case?

Another grisly murder in Empire City! A prominent businessman has been found dismembered behind the docks, and you've been called in for your razor-sharp investigative skills. The killer has left a trail of clues — a deadly game of cat and mouse. Can you beat the clock and uncover the killer's identity before they strike again?

2–10 Players Ages 6+ 60 Minutes
Difficulty
From $30Veteran (military ID) • $25
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// The Full Lineup • File 02

Choose Your
Escape Room

All Rooms Are Private!
Great for Beginners

Traditional • Maze / Mystery

Catacombs

Can you find your way out?

More than 150 miles of tunnels form an eerie maze beneath the streets of Paris — and you're hopelessly lost among the bones of six million souls. Can you find your way out, or are you destined to join them?

2–8 PlayersAll Ages60 Min
Difficulty
$30 / person
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Ages 6+

Traditional • Horror / Rescue

Zombie Apocalypse

A rescue mission to die for.

The apocalypse has happened and zombies have overtaken the world. You're patrolling the streets when you hear a child's cry for help. Your mission: clear the zombies, enter the house, and rescue the child before it's too late.

2–8 PlayersAges 6+60 Min
Difficulty
From $30
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Now Open

Traditional • Pirate / Curse

The Jolly Roger

Curse of the Devil's Shroud

Troubled waters, mateys. You've run afoul of the infamous Devil's Shroud, and its undead owner is hot on your tail. Follow the clues to the cursed tapestry — or your faithful old vessel will sink to the depths, and you along with it.

Max 10Ages 6+60 Min
Difficulty NEW • TBA
$30 / player
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Plus our fan favorites Area 51 & Murder Mystery — 5 traditional rooms in all.

// Play Anywhere • File 03

Printable
Escape Rooms

Download • Print • Play at Home
Most Popular

Printable • Fantasy / Magic

The Spellman's Apprentice

A battle of sorcery and magic!

Defend the world of sorcery against the dark mage. His only weakness is the head teacher's crystal staff — and he's going after it. Help guard it and protect it at all costs before he lays his hand on it and brings us to an end.

All AgesSelf-RunAny Group Size

You'll receive a download link in your confirmation email. Game duration is up to your group.

$10 flat
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Whodunit

Printable • Detective / Mystery

338 Gunpowder

A chilling mystery!

Come to 338 Gunpowder Lane, where you'll use your wits and clever detective skills to help Widow Spade avoid a false arrest. Solve the mystery of the gardener's murder — and discover more than what meets the eye in this thrilling encounter.

All AgesSelf-RunAny Group Size

Delivered as a printable adventure — play at your own pace, anywhere.

$10 flat
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Roll Camera

It's not a game. It's an adventure.

Five worlds, one 60-minute clock — gather your crew and pick your escape.

// The Mission Briefing

How It Works

Four steps from booking to breakout. The clock only starts when you do.

01

Choose Your Room

Pick from five private traditional rooms or two printable adventures. Every genre from alien cover-up to cursed pirate ship.

02

Book Online

Reserve up to 30 minutes before your start time. Every booking is private — just your group, never strangers.

03

Arrive & Sign In

Get there 15 minutes early to sign the waiver — or sign online ahead of time. Parents can sign for minors.

04

Beat the Clock

Sixty minutes on the clock. Work together, decode the clues, and escape before time runs out. It's showtime.

// For Teams & Groups

It's Not Just an Escape Game.
It's Team Building.

Step out of your world and into ours — one full of thrills, codes, and puzzles of all types. Escape rooms have become one of the most popular team building activities for large groups, small businesses, and corporate America.

Entertain your team, build relationships, and improve your communication in this high-demand activity. The melding of different minds is the key to success in this growing phenomenon.

  • Birthday parties, youth groups & corporate events
  • Volume discounts based on your group size
  • Fully private — your people, your adventure
A winning team celebrating their escape at Optimal Escape in Evansville
30Guests per time slot
60Minutes on the clock
7Adventures to choose
100%Private bookings
// Case Notes • Real Reviews

See Why Our Customers
Can't Get Enough of Us

★★★★★

“This was my 3rd time at Optimal Escape, and the room quality is just as good as the first time! We did The Catacombs, and it was the perfect difficulty level for newbies, but challenging and fun enough even for those more experienced. And our game master was also fantastic!”

Sarah SchenckFacebook Review
★★★★★

“We did the Jolly Roger room and really enjoyed it! There were just two adults and one kid and it was the perfect blend of clues that made you think as well as being fun enough to keep the kid entertained! We will return!”

Lindsey WillFacebook Review
★★★★★

“Great experience! I didn't realize they only did private bookings so that was a nice surprise that it was just me and my husband. It was difficult without being impossible and it was a lot of fun. We will be back again with a larger group next time.”

Amanda PriestFacebook Review
★★★★★

“Friendly staff. Great pricing. The escape room was well decorated and so fun!”

Amber WintersFacebook Review
★★★★★

“Had a great time. We did the zombie escape. Looking forward to doing more in the near future.”

PikerFacebook Review

Bring your crew, meet the owners Jill & Caleb Larkins, and find out why players keep coming back.

// Reserve Your Adventure

Book Your
Escape

All rooms are private to your group. Reserve online up to 30 minutes before your start time — or call and we'll set everything up for you.

  • Always private. You'll never be paired with another group or play with strangers.
  • Add players anytime. Bring more people up to the room limit — pay the balance when you arrive.
  • Arrive 15 minutes early to sign the waiver — or sign online ahead of time.
Live Booking Secure Checkout
Reserve Your Room

Book Your Escape

Grab your spot in seconds. Call or email and we'll lock in your private room — any adventure, any group size.

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// Before You Play

Frequently Asked

Will my group be the only one in the room?
Yes, all of our bookings are private bookings so your group will be the only ones in the room. If you wish to add people to your initial booking, just bring them along and we can take that additional payment once you arrive.
Can I add people to my booking?
Yes, you can bring along as many people (up to the limit of the room). We can take any additional payment necessary once you arrive.
Can we pay separately when we book online?
You cannot pay separately if booking online, however we are happy to reserve the room for you and you can pay once you arrive. You are also welcome to reserve the room with at least 1 ticket purchase and we can take payment from the remainder of your group once you arrive.
Is there an age restriction?
We do not have an age restriction for our traditional escape rooms, but remember that the younger the child the more assistance they will need in solving the puzzles. A few rooms are rated for ages 6 and up — check each room's details.
What happens if I'm late?
We recommend that you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your adventure time. This allows time for everyone to sign the waiver. If you arrive after the adventure begins you are welcome to join the adventure that has already begun. If your entire group arrives late, we will attempt to provide you with the entire 60 minutes. Please note that if necessary for us to keep on schedule your adventure time may need to be shortened.
Can I sign the waiver ahead of time?
You can go to our website and sign and submit the waiver online. If you're under 18, a parent or guardian can go to our website and sign the waiver for you.
Does an adult have to be in the room with minors?
We do not require adult supervision unless there are minors 10 and under in the room.
Do I have to book in advance, or can I just show up?
We always recommend booking your room in advance so that we can make sure that the adventure is available for you. If you come in without a reservation you risk the possibility that there will be nothing available for you. It is possible to make an online booking up until 30 minutes prior to the adventure start time.
// Coordinates

Find Us in
Evansville, Indiana

Address

2425 U.S. 41, Evansville, IN 47711 Vanderburgh County

Hours

By reservation

Book online any time — up to 30 minutes before your start — or call to confirm today's availability.

Proudly serving Henderson, Princeton, Newburgh & the surrounding tri-state area.

// Get In Touch

Plan Your
Next Adventure

Planning a birthday, youth group, or corporate team-building event? Send us a note and we'll help you build the perfect escape.

Send a Message

We'll open your email app pre-filled — just hit send. Or call us at (812) 401-0664.