A fun, but challenging game. We’ve played it three times (just got it), but have yet to win. That’s OK, it’s a lot of fun to strategize, keep trying, and see what you can do next time. This game really does involve and rely on people communicating and thinking about their next move. The game and pieces are so well-made. MindWare delivered fast and had a great deal for Cooperative board games. Glad We got it, and hoping we can beat it!
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
Amy H.
May 30, 2020
Great for multiple ages
I have 3 kids, each 2-3 years apart, so finding games we can play together can be a challenge. This game was enjoyable for all of us.
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
Jaclyn R.
August 03, 2022
Compelling game, even for adults
Our family loves this game! It's one of our go-to games. There's something compelling about it that makes us just want to keep playing, even as adults. We have one other cooperative game, but there's no feeling of winning with it.
With Space Escape, (we call it Naked Mole Rats, referring to an episode from Bill Nye the Science Guy) it's really us against the snakes, making winning a real triumph. We've been playing it for at least 4 years now, starting when our daughter was 7 or so.
May 03, 2021
Verified Purchaser
Fun, Strategy, and Laughs
My grandson and I had a wonderful time playing this game. We love cooperative games like this that require planning ahead and developing strategies. The idea that we were mole rats and had to outwit the snakes added to the fun.
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
June 07, 2020
Our favorite!
This is, by far, my favorite game to play with the kids! The fact that it's cooperative is fantastic, and it's a super fun premise. Just all-around fantastic!
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
March 02, 2025
Verified Purchaser
Impossible to win!
We like the game, it’s fun and moves quick….however after playing for a few years and well over 50 games now, I am convinced it’s IMPOSSIBLE to win! We even tried cheating and recycling the cards and still lose every time. Friends have come over and made sure we aren’t playing wrong, and the number of players doesn’t matter. It has become a joke now that we will gift the impossible game to a friend some day to watch them freak out when it is impossible for them to beat.
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
MindWare
March 03, 2025
Staff
We're so glad to hear you like playing Space Escape, but it is unusual that you haven't won a game after so many rounds. We would love to hear more about where you are getting stuck and maybe we can find the culprit. Feel free to email us at [email protected] and we can connect you with a Space Escape expert.
February 28, 2022
Verified Purchaser
Fun game
Fun game to play with our six year old. We removed some snake tokens and allowed a second draw from the deck to make it easier.
Liked:
Quality,Value,Educational
January 03, 2022
Verified Purchaser
Great family game
My almost 4 year old grandson loves this game. Learning to work as a team has been a positive experience for him.
January 03, 2020
– FLORAL PARK
Verified Purchaser
Horrible Game
This game is horrible. Has nothing to do with space. Not educational. Mole rats? My daughter picked for a Christmas gift. Hard to figure out how to play even as an adult. Waste of money and time.
Disliked:
Quality,Value,Educational
MindWare
March 15, 2020
Staff
We are sorry to hear the Space Escape didn’t meet your expectations! We ensure our customers a 100% Happiness Guarantee and want to find you something you’ll like better. A member of our customer service team will reach out to you directly; we look forward to connecting soon!
Puzzled
December 26, 2017
rules not clear
This game is great fun. However, my grandson and I have two different viewpoints about the rules. So, we are wondering if the equipment tokens must all be collected before the mole rats may enter the space station?
Rolo
November 26, 2017
Super awesome upgraded Snakes and Ladders IN SPACE!
We love this game. We found it at the local Snakes and Lattes store and the description sold us right away. Our 5 year old dove into it and its just plain fun to get into. The cooperative aspect is fantastic and the game has so much potential for fun and even solo play. The pieces and cards are super high quality and I appreciate that none of it feels or looks cheap in any way. It will certainly stand the test of time and even the box itself is small enough to travel well!
