Escape the Video Store
A board game by Kieran Flaherty
1-3 1-3
30-120 minutes Unknown
Cooperative Game, Deduction
Puzzle
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Description
Imagine you and up to two friends stuck in a dusty 1990s video store, the neon lights flickering and the aisles packed with VHS tapes that seem to whisper clues. In Escape the Video Store you’ll work together to piece together riddles, spot hidden patterns, and out‑smart the store’s mysterious “security system” before the night guard returns. The rules are so easy a five‑minute rundown gets you playing, but the deduction puzzles keep you guessing for the whole 30‑to‑120‑minute adventure. Designed by Kieran Flaherty and released in 2020, this cooperative puzzle game lets you pool your brains, share “aha!” moments, and feel that rush when the final tape clicks into place and the exit door swings open. Whether you’re a solo sleuth or a trio of retro‑movie fans, the game’s blend of simple setup, clever logic and that nostalgic video‑store vibe makes every session feel like a fun, frantic race against the clock.
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