New Jersey: Escape Room Games at American Dream Mall

Summary

Team up for 60 minutes of puzzles laughter and surprises in nj escape rooms

You’ll step into themed escape rooms at American Dream in New Jersey, teaming up to solve hands-on puzzles and race against the clock. Expect laughter with friends (or strangers who become teammates), helpful hints from your local guide, and those heart-pounding moments as you crack codes together. You’ll leave buzzing—with new stories and maybe some new friends too.

What’s the experience like?

"Wait, is that a real submarine door?" That’s what I blurted out when our guide, Jamie, led us into The Depths at American Dream in New Jersey. The place smelled faintly like fresh paint and something metallic—maybe just my nerves. There were eight of us (well, six friends plus two strangers who turned out to be puzzle geniuses), and honestly, I wasn’t sure if we’d all click. But once that timer started ticking down from 60 minutes, it was like we’d known each other for years. Someone kept humming under their breath—nervous habit?—and it weirdly calmed me down.

I didn’t expect the clues to be so tactile. At one point I found myself running my hand over a wall searching for a hidden switch while someone else called out numbers from across the room. Jamie popped in over the intercom with a gentle hint when we got stuck (I think she was rooting for us). We tried Prison Break too—way harder than I thought—and there was this moment where everyone just went silent, staring at a locked box like it might open itself if we wished hard enough. It didn’t. But then someone’s little brother figured it out by accident and we all cheered so loud the next group probably heard us through the wall.

Afterward, we hung around taking silly photos with props—there’s this one of me holding a fake gold bar looking way too proud. It’s funny how quickly you bond with people when you’re racing against a clock together, even if you’ve never met before. I still think about that rush when the final lock clicked open with seconds left on the timer. So yeah, if you’re near American Dream and want something way more fun than shopping or skating again, these escape room games are worth it. Just don’t let me be in charge of math puzzles next time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Escape room adventure at American Dream

• Arrive at The Escape Game New Jersey
• Meet your dedicated game guide
• Choose one of seven escape rooms
• Work with your team to find clues
• Solve puzzles to complete the mission
• Escape within 60 minutes

Top questions

How long does each escape room game last?

Each game lasts exactly 60 minutes.

Where are these escape rooms located?

The escape rooms are inside American Dream Mall in New Jersey.

How many people can play in one game?

Most rooms hold up to 8 players; Playground allows up to 12.

Are the games private or shared?

You can book a private game by reserving all spots; otherwise, you may play with other groups.

Is there an age limit for players?

Games are recommended for ages 13+, but younger players can join with an adult.

Are the rooms scary or dark?

No, these games are designed to be exciting and adventurous—not scary or dark.

Is there wheelchair access?

Yes, the location is wheelchair accessible.

What themes do the escape rooms have?

Themes include undersea labs (The Depths), art heists, prison breaks, playgrounds, gold rushes, cosmic crises, and secret markets.

What’s included

Your experience includes admission to one immersive escape room adventure at American Dream Mall in New Jersey with support from a dedicated local guide throughout your mission. You’ll get time before for briefing and after for debriefing and photos—just bring your team spirit (and maybe some puzzle skills).