Since discovering Escape Academy in 2022, it’s become a topic that people just can’t stop talking about.
For the uninitiated, Escape Academy throws players into a school where the main focus is escape rooms. It’s all about cracking codes, striving for top grades, and the cherry on top? Players can team up with a friend online or enjoy some local co-op action.
Consistently ranking as the third-best free 2-player game on PS5, it’s no surprise—it’s a game people have truly fallen for and believe everyone should experience.
And now, with the release of the Tournament of Puzzles DLC, there’s even more reason to continue and persuade your partner to join you for another round of brain-teasing fun.
But here’s the twist: this time, you won’t be working together—you’ll be facing off against each other! The Tournament of Puzzles DLC introduces competitive game modes to Escape Academy for the first time ever. So, for those who’ve ever wanted to settle the score and prove who’s the real puzzle-solving champ, this is their chance.
Just a word of advice: if you value your relationship, perhaps it’s best to skip the competitive mode—trust me on this one.
The free DLC update packs a punch with thirteen extra Escape Academy trophies, offering players new goals to strive for. Most of these trophies can be unlocked relatively quickly by go into the new game modes.
What’s more, the competitive matches aren’t limited to local co-op—players can also jump into the action online with strangers. So, if you’re flying solo and itching for some competitive puzzling, there’s your solution right there.
