10 Reasons Why the Vancouver Escape Game is a Killer First Date

The Krakit Escape Game is great for groups that want to have a wicked night out solving puzzles. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll test your wits and you'll probably sweat (just a little).

But what about for a first date. Here are ten reasons why Vancouver's top escape game is an awesome idea for a first date:  

10. Variety is the Spice of Life

Everyone goes for coffee; It's the safe option. It's cheap and you can duck out quickly if the pictures don't match reality. But who wants to be safe? Why not lock yourself in a room with a total stranger. YOLO!

9. Jingle Bells

Everyone likes to get into the holiday mood, especially after a long day of work. It's like instant happiness, a mix of warm memories and iconic symbols. Krakit has a special holiday room designed for those who love Christmas.

8. Adrenaline Rush

All the thrills of an extreme outing without the risks. No one wants to finish their first date on a hospital gurney. Krakit offers an environment that gets the adrenaline pumping but offers little opportunity for injury.

7. Be the Hero

You don't need a cape and a flashy nickname to assume the role of hero. Just use your brain, your patience and your confidence to impress. Your natural super powers will have your date seeing stars. Kal-El ain't got nothing on your natural ability.

6. Physical Contact

For the same reason that people love to go to scary movies for first dates, the Escape Game will give you loads of opportunities for physical contact. When the chill factor starts to rise, humans naturally huddle up. It's in our DNA. Not too many threats at Starbucks, but in The Asylum, fear reigns. Get scared, get close and see where the night takes you.

5. No Pregnant Pauses

You've finished dinner and are waiting for the cheque. You've exhausted your first-date banter. The silence makes you squirm in your chair. This is not how you planned to end the night.  At Krakit, you will be so focused on the game at hand, you won't have time for awkward conversation pauses. With 45 minutes to break out, you'll need every second.

4. Social Barrier Break Down

Traditional first dates are all about keeping your cards close, not revealing too much and playing a safe game, with the hope of securing a second date. But do you really know the person after a quick meet-and-greet? Not likely. But throw yourself and your new friend into an escape challenge and all the cards are on the table.

3. Zombies

Really, who doesn't love zombies.

2. Instant Bond

The best thing about the Vancouver Escape Challenge is that it's a cooperative environment.  It's not like pool or bowling where you play against each other. You will only succeed if you work together - lessons learned from the Walking Dead.

1. Monday Morning

People love to share their experiences. Why not arrive at work on Monday with a hilarious escape story? We say Monday morning, but with social media it will probably be five minutes after the date is done. Give him or her something to share. A unique tale of escape will linger far longer that that first-date coffee breath.