EO Escape Rooms: Castaway

By | October 31, 2020

by EO Escape Rooms (website)

Unit 1, Drury Drive, CO10 1WH

Sudbury

2-6 players

Languages: EN

60-70 mins

An ambitious adventure goes horribly wrong when unexpectedly the weather turns and your boat is sent crashing into a rocky shore line. Marooned with limited supplies you must find a way onto the island and send out an SOS before it is too late.

Will you make it off the island or will you end up languishing in Davy Jones’s locker?

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based on ratings from 61 users
combined with 2 pro reviews

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Roxy S rated this:Rated between 5 and 5 out of 5
Played: 12 Feb 2023 Team size: 2 Time taken: 51:07 Outcome: Successful escape!
originalstory-drivengreat hosting

EO always have amazing settings that really elevate the experience. Whilst we did the mini puzzle for the extra 10 minutes we didn't end up needing it. With minimal clues we're were able to make our escape. 

freddiemo1 rated this:Rated between 5 and 5 out of 5
Played: 26 Jul 2025 Team size: 2 Time taken: 66 minutes Outcome: Successful escape!
cleverimmersivegreat hosting

Had an absolutely brilliant time in the Castaway Escape Room at EO Sudbury! Really had you thinking from start to finish. Lily our GM was great and really enthusiastic! 5 stars, can’t wait to do our next one! 

james2891 experienced rated this:Rated between 4.5 and 4.5 out of 5
amandaann1986 experienced rated this:Rated between 4.5 and 4.5 out of 5
Played: 29 Jun 2025 Team size: 3 Time taken: 42:00 Outcome: Successful escape!
originalimmersivemagical
flyingoctopus expert rated this:Rated between 4 and 4 out of 5
Outcome: Successful escape!
originalstory-driven

Great set. Great GM.

Spanishfleas expert rated this:Rated between 4.5 and 4.5 out of 5
Played: 17 May 2025 Team size: 2 Outcome: Successful escape!
originalcleverimmersive

Our third game was Castaway. 

I loved the look of this game, it’s very clever at hiding details and it just unravels as you keep looking. You think you’ve looked everywhere and there is still more to find. Loved the challenge. 

Just make sure you shuffle. 

sb3361 rated this:Rated between 5 and 5 out of 5
Played: 2 Feb 2025 Team size: 6
clevergreat hostingfamily friendly

Throughly enjoyed this room, played with ages from 9-40. Lots of fun with some very clever puzzles. Thank you to our ‘seagull’ Sam, fantastic host. Will defiantly come again. 

🔐SpontaneousIllusion expert rated this:Rated between 4.5 and 4.5 out of 5
beautifuloriginalimmersive
This was an incredibly enjoyable experience! The theme is truly one of a kind, drawing inspiration from the film Castaway, and it’s executed in such a unique and original way. The entire game is filled with creative moments that really stand out, making it feel fresh and exciting. The puzzles are not only challenging but also very well designed, offering a great balance of mental stimulation and fun. The introduction to the game is particularly memorable – it sets the tone perfectly and pulls you into the story from the very beginning.

By the end of it, you’ll likely find yourself shouting “WILSON!” just like the iconic scene from the film. Be sure to wear your best socks, as shoes aren’t allowed! The reason behind this quickly becomes clear upon entering, adding to the immersion and making the experience all the more memorable.

In summary, this is a cleverly designed, immersive escape room with a unique theme and fantastic puzzles. It’s a must-try for fans of Castaway and escape room enthusiasts alike!

niamh rated this:Rated between 5 and 5 out of 5
Played: 18 Jan 2025 Team size: 4 Time taken: 42:30 Outcome: Successful escape!
hi-techclevergreat hosting

Sam was amazing, I throughly enjoyed and am I now booking the next one 

jess.griggs rated this:Rated between 5 and 5 out of 5
Played: 18 Jan 2025 Team size: 4 Time taken: 42.30 Outcome: Successful escape!
hi-techimmersivefamily friendly

Sam was superb, now booking our next!!

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Some themes are easier to create than others; an outdoor setting is much more of a challenge to build convincingly than, say, an office. A desert island is particularly difficult - but Castaway absolutely smashes it. This room delighted me from the moment I walked in with its whimsical and clever way of setting the scene; it had us all in a great mood from the very start of the game.
The setup is simple: your boat has left you stranded in an unfamiliar shore, from which you need to escape. This...
Castaway was a delightful game, full of content and lovely moments of nostalgia. But the real star of the show is the set, making us feel like we never wanted to leave!

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