BRKTHROUGH Overland Park

BRKTHROUGH offers escape room experiences in the Overland Park/Lenexa area of Johnson County, Kansas — a genuinely excellent option for families with older kids and teens who want something that combines fun, teamwork, and real mental challenge.

The escape room format is well-suited to family outings in a specific way: it puts everyone on equal footing. A kid who's clever at lateral thinking can absolutely out-perform an adult in an escape room, and that dynamic — where kids legitimately lead and parents follow — creates a memorable shared experience. BRKTHROUGH's rooms are themed with varying storylines and difficulty levels, which lets you pick the experience that fits your group.

For families, rooms with a difficulty rating of 2-3 out of 5 tend to work best when you have kids in the 8-12 range. The more challenging rooms are better suited for teens and parents without young children in the group. Read the room descriptions carefully before booking and don't be afraid to email the venue to ask which room they'd recommend for your specific group composition.

Practical notes: book in advance. Weekend slots fill up significantly. Sessions are typically 60 minutes in the room, plus briefing time before and debrief/photo time after, so plan for about 90 minutes total. Groups of 6-8 players get the best value per person — escape rooms are one of those activities where assembling extended family or bringing another family along makes economic sense.

For kids who love Minecraft, puzzle games, mystery novels, or just being clever, BRKTHROUGH is a slam-dunk activity. Post-room dinner is a great way to extend the fun with everyone retelling their favorite moment.