Break en Prison: a prison break escape room in English, in Perpignan

Playing in English: how it works

• Ask for the English version when you book. Our booking system is in French: just write “English” in the booking notes. You can also ask beforehand by email at contact@escapix.fr or by text message (SMS) at +33 7 68 99 22 97. This lets your game master set up the translated materials in the room before you arrive.
• What is translated. In Break en Prison, all the game materials, inmate files, instructions and hints have been fully translated into English (and Spanish). Your game master speaks French, and guides you with these written and visual materials, so language is not a barrier.
• Our other rooms are played in French. In Un Train d’Enfer, Panique à la Fabrique and Goodbye Cobayes, your game master can give you hints in English if needed, but the game itself stays in French.
• In short: if some of your group don’t speak French, choose Break en Prison and mention it when booking.

How the game works

Plan on about 1.5 hours on site.

• Arrival. Be exactly on time: not early (we can’t welcome teams ahead of time, but the Halles Vauban food market next door is a great place to wait), and not late. The clock starts 15 minutes after your booked time, at the end of the briefing, even if your team is late. Under our terms and conditions, after 15 minutes of delay the session may be cancelled without refund.
• Briefing (15 minutes). Your game master welcomes you, explains the rules (in French, with translated written instructions) and sets the scene. We won’t say more: it’s part of the surprise.
• The game (60 minutes). Search, observe and think together. Your game master follows your progress and sends you hints on the screen in the room, in English. Your session is 100% private: you only play with your own group. And you are never really locked in: a green emergency button in the room unlocks the doors immediately.
• Debriefing (15 minutes). Back to your escape, with a free team photo if you agreed to it when booking (costumes and props provided). Drinks are offered at the end of the game, and lockers are available for your belongings.

Who is it for?

• 2 to 8 players, and 9 or 10 on request (less comfort and lower intensity).
• Beginners and very experienced players alike: the difficulty adapts to your team.
• Families: from age 6 with at least one adult in the room (players need to be able to read). Younger children are welcome too: just tell us in advance. One child aged 0 to 5 plays free per paying adult (maximum 3 per booking, minimum 2 paying players). Groups of children only: under 10, an adult stays with them, in the room or on our premises; from age 10, a responsible adult must stay reachable nearby.
• Groups of friends, stag and hen parties, colleagues: up to 25 people can play at the same time across our 5 rooms (including on-request places).
• Holidaymakers: campsites, holiday camps and youth centres are welcome at the standard price.

Scare mode (optional)

In normal mode, Break en Prison is not scary: the atmosphere is cold, as a prison should be, but nothing more.

Want some thrills? Select scare mode when booking online. It is free of charge. Same puzzles, but a costumed game master enters the room several times, with surprise effects. No physical contact, ever. If you didn’t select it, your game master will ask at the briefing and switch it on if the whole team agrees. At any time, just ask your game master to go back to normal mode.

Scare mode is not recommended for children under 14 or for very anxious or sensitive people.

Please tell us before playing. The game may include sound and light effects, surprises and dim lighting. If you have photosensitive epilepsy, claustrophobia or a heart condition, use a sensitive medical device, or are pregnant, let us know when booking or on arrival.

Practical information

The confirmation email includes a link to a video showing the walking route from the Castillet to our front door.

Escapix is rated 5/5 on Tripadvisor (over 1,600 reviews).

Our other rooms (played in French)

• Un Train d’Enfer: a life-size murder mystery aboard the Perpignan-Express, 2 to 5 players.
• Panique à la Fabrique: help Santa’s elves find his lost route map, 2 to 5 players.
• Goodbye Cobayes: two twin white rooms, for 2 or for a 2-versus-2 battle with 4.

Hints in English are available in these rooms if needed.

Frequently asked questions

Can we really play Break en Prison in English?

Yes. It is the only Escapix room playable in English or Spanish: all the game materials, instructions and hints are translated. Write “English” in the booking notes, or ask in advance by email (contact@escapix.fr) or text message (+33 7 68 99 22 97).

Does the game master speak English?

Your game master speaks French, but guides you with written and visual materials translated into English, and the hints appear in English on the screen in the room.

Are your other rooms available in English?

No. Un Train d’Enfer, Panique à la Fabrique and Goodbye Cobayes are played in French. Your game master can give hints in English if needed.

How long does the game last?

60 minutes of play, about 1.5 hours on site including the briefing and the debriefing.

Is it scary?

Not in normal mode. Scare mode is a free option, with a costumed game master and surprise effects but no physical contact. It is not recommended for children under 14, and you can switch back to normal mode at any time.

How many players can take part?

2 to 8 players, or 9 to 10 on request. It truly works with 2 as well as with 8.

What happens if we arrive late?

The clock starts 15 minutes after your booked time, even if your team is late, so you lose playing time. After 15 minutes of delay, the session may be cancelled without refund.

Is the room wheelchair accessible?

Partly: manual wheelchairs only (narrow passage, electric wheelchairs not compatible). Please contact us before booking.