Is it possible to create a magical escape room without copying Hogwarts, without “Parry Hotter,” and without stuffing pierogi or vodka into potions? It is – and that’s exactly what we set out to prove.
The idea for the Polish School of Magic was born from our deep love for the world of spells and mythical creatures, but also from a desire to create something truly original – rooted in Polish culture, with humor, self-awareness, and a healthy dose of not taking ourselves too seriously (except for the puzzles – those matter!).
From the very beginning, we knew we wanted to create a magical world – but one with a distinctly Polish character. We love the universe of spells and fantasy, but most popular stories revolve around British folklore. And yet, Poland has incredible storytelling potential – from Slavic mythology to rich local legends just waiting to be explored.
We wanted our school of magic to have its own language, humor, and identity. That’s how characters like the know-it-all mycology gnome came to life, whose witty remarks guide players through the game, along with our original house mascots – Żbóbr, Soworzeł, and Ważtraszka. Sounds quirky? That’s exactly what we aimed for.
Our goal was to keep the room accessible and engaging – without going overboard with “Polishness for the sake of it.” So, no pierogi, Easter baskets, or alcohol jokes here. Instead, you’ll find the kind of magic we imagined as kids – spells, potions, spellbooks, and alchemy elements you can truly feel as you play.
When creating a magic-themed escape room, it’s easy to fall into the trap of imitating what’s already familiar. But from the start, we made a clear decision: no copying Hogwarts. Not its name, not its style. No “Parry Hotter,” no “School of Witchcraft and Wizarddry,” and no clever knockoffs trying to pass as original. We’ve seen too many of those in the industry – and that’s not the path we wanted to follow.
Of course, we joked about it during brainstorming sessions – who wouldn’t chuckle at “Parry Hotter and the Basement of Secrets”? But the jokes quickly gave way to serious concept work, which led us to create a completely different world – one filled with original ideas, where every name, character, and puzzle has meaning and fits the overall story.
That’s why the Polish School of Magic isn’t a “variation on a theme,” but a fully unique experience. And players feel it – many tell us that this sense of originality is the room’s greatest strength.
Creating an escape room is always a wild ride – part excitement, part constant doubt about whether what seems brilliant to us will actually work for players. Designing the puzzles is just the beginning. The real challenge starts when it’s time for the first playtests.
We always invite family, friends, and trusted escape room enthusiasts to help us test – and we know they won’t sugarcoat anything. That’s exactly what we want. Their brutally honest feedback can sting, but it’s what saves us from mistakes that could break the whole experience.
The first versions of the Polish School of Magic puzzles went through a lot – from complete rewrites to simplifications and even reinforcements “just in case of forceful players” (yes, we mean those who try to solve puzzles by elbowing open cabinets). Every comment from our testers was a clue: this needs tweaking, that needs streamlining, and this… should just go in the bin.
And sure, sometimes you wish you could throw on an invisibility cloak and disappear out of embarrassment – but it’s those exact moments that help us build truly great rooms.
Fortunately, we weren’t alone in this – the room was built in collaboration with the professional, experienced team at Escape Room Supplier. Thanks to their expertise and technical support, we were able to turn our concept into a fully functional, cohesive, and finely crafted game space.
During testing, we never give hints – we let players follow their own instincts, even when it leads them down some truly unexpected paths. But one moment from testing the Polish School of Magic has become legendary in our team.
One group, upon spotting a life-sized suit of armor in the room, immediately linked it to the iconic chess battle scene from The Philosopher’s Stone. It started with: “This has to be a chess puzzle! Quick, Maciek – get dressed!”
Before the armor was fully dismantled in three places, we had to step in – for the sake of the game, the players’ safety, and… the armor itself. That was the one time we broke our “no intervention” rule, because we simply couldn’t pretend anymore that “this is all part of the plan.”
On the one hand, it’s a hilarious story. On the other – it shows just how deeply players can immerse themselves in the world we create, and how essential it is to design the experience in a way that intuitively guides them… without tempting them into full-on medieval reenactments.
We can have the most polished puzzles, the most beautiful set design, and a seamless storyline — but if the room doesn’t work for kids, something went wrong. That’s why playtesting with the youngest players is always the most valuable… and the most unforgiving. Kids don’t pretend to enjoy something. If they’re bored — you see it instantly. If they’re excited — they throw themselves into the experience.
While developing the Polish School of Magic, we invited groups of 9- and 10-year-olds to test the room. That age is the sweet spot: they’re independent enough to solve puzzles but still spontaneous enough to fully immerse themselves in a magical world — as long as that world truly works.
Watching their reactions gave us more insight than any survey ever could. If they were captivated from the moment they stepped in, if they had fun even without knowing all the answers — we knew we were on the right track. And if something didn’t work, we didn’t have to guess — they told us directly. And for that, we’re incredibly grateful.
No one else could have tested certain mechanics and decorative elements as thoroughly. Kids are observant, creative, unpredictable — and that’s exactly why, in the end, they helped turn this room into a real adventure.
Magiczny: Polish School of Magic is a room that holds a special place in our hearts – born from a passion for world-building and a deep desire to tell a story that’s truly our own. This isn’t another copy of a well-known fantasy universe – it’s a fully original adventure designed to surprise, delight, and immerse you from the very first moment.
If you’re looking for an escape room where magic truly comes alive – where every puzzle and every decorative detail serves a purpose – then this experience was made for you. Perfect for families, younger players, fantasy lovers, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of enrolling in a real school of magic.
Gather your team of young wizards and see if you have what it takes to uncover the secrets of the Polish School of Magic!
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