Comparisons between escape rooms and Disneyland-level production, are often overstated.  I am pleased to say that's not the case with Breaking Point.  At the urging of another enthusiast, we headed over and played Patient 17 and Whitmore Estate.  There we met the owners, Rick and Ryan, who are both awesome... read moreComparisons between escape rooms and Disneyland-level production, are often overstated.  I am pleased to say that's not the case with Breaking Point.  At the urging of another enthusiast, we headed over and played Patient 17 and Whitmore Estate.  There we met the owners, Rick and Ryan, who are both awesome and clearly passionate about creating something special in the escape room industry.  Hearing that they don't play many rooms themselves, made me nervous but those concerns soon went away.  Patient 17 was a creepy but enjoyable blend of challenging puzzles mixed with immersive and well-crafted sets.  A solid and fun room, overall.  The Secret of Whitmore Estate is on a whole other level.  The production is stunning, on par with some of the best rooms I've ever seen (yes, 13th Gate, I'm looking to you).  Clearly inspired by the Haunted Mansion, I entered the room and stared at the ceiling for a moment half expecting it to start moving.  It didn't but the rest of the room was a stream of engaging puzzles, thrilling reveals, and novel mechanics that in the end, propel Whitmore to #18 out of 231 rooms I've done to date.  An amazing room created by two cool dudes on a mission to push the envelope of the escape room industry.  Although not as good as his big brother, Patient 17 was still a solid room at #98.  Highly Recommended! read less

I love love this room! This room automatically jumped up to one of my favorite rooms when I walked in because the room was absolutely beautiful. When we escaped one of the owners told us that we didn't get to enjoy the look of the room because we focused on... read moreI love love this room! This room automatically jumped up to one of my favorite rooms when I walked in because the room was absolutely beautiful. When we escaped one of the owners told us that we didn't get to enjoy the look of the room because we focused on the puzzles but I already appreciated it when I entered. This room had a good mix of lock and key and tech. I loved how they didn't just throw tech just to have it there, everything matched and went well together. The storyline also fit well with everything from beginning to end. I just have nothing bad to say about this room. I'm so excited for them to make a new one! Thanks Rick and Ryan for an awesome room! read less

Top notch escape rooms!!! I played both of the games at this location and they are both solid games with good puzzles and outstanding set design. I highly recommend them.

What a wonderful experience that I won't soon forget! First of all, the owner was very nice. He was patient and explained everything thoroughly- even took the time to suggest other escape experiences in detail to me. The fact that he was enthusiastically promoting other businesses after the experience made... read moreWhat a wonderful experience that I won't soon forget! First of all, the owner was very nice. He was patient and explained everything thoroughly- even took the time to suggest other escape experiences in detail to me. The fact that he was enthusiastically promoting other businesses after the experience made it obvious that he's a fan of escape rooms himself, he wanted my friends and I to continue playing, and it wasn't just about money to him. I'm so thankful for that! And about Whitmore Estate, it was creative, not too easy or too difficult. Very good variety of puzzle types and it kept us guessing and entertained. I loved it! All around great time! I highly recommend this place! read less

I booked a private room  their newest course for my daughters birthday party and they had an amazing time!!! The owners are very professional and easy to work with. Made everything super easy. Thank you guys so much! Al of the kids had such a good time and can't stop... read moreI booked a private room  their newest course for my daughters birthday party and they had an amazing time!!! The owners are very professional and easy to work with. Made everything super easy. Thank you guys so much! Al of the kids had such a good time and can't stop raving about it. read less

Between a spartan facade of a Hobby Lobby and the commercial design of a Target, lies a little oasis of fun and entertainment tucked into this strip mall in Rancho Cucamonga.I've heard a lot of praise for Breaking Point's rooms through the grapevine and I've been tempering my expectations.  I... read moreBetween a spartan facade of a Hobby Lobby and the commercial design of a Target, lies a little oasis of fun and entertainment tucked into this strip mall in Rancho Cucamonga.I've heard a lot of praise for Breaking Point's rooms through the grapevine and I've been tempering my expectations.  I wanted something extra special; celebrating a birthday and everything.  With all the buzz, who am I to refuse?  Let's continue to add to that praise!Stepping out of the warm California autumn day into the doors of Breaking Point is like stepping into a cyberpunk lobby.  The theming already begins with mood backlighting and background music.  The hype begins.We got to meet both owners Rick and Ryan.  We met Rick first as he guided our first room, The Secret of Whitmore Estate.  We were brought into the room and it exceeded every expectation and comparison.  The storyline threaded from beginning to end.  It's everything you want in a room excellent sound design, production design, art aesthetic, and clever puzzles. And most importantly; it's just a fun time with clever reveals peppered throughout the experience.This was going to be our only room for the day but we liked it so much that we booked Patient 17 which Ryan guided our room.  This theme is similar to some other kidnapping doctor rooms I've played.  Definitely one of the better ones.  The production design here is again top-notch with good background music and sounds.  I like Whitmore more but one friend liked this more.  To each their own.You can tell both Rick and Ryan are passionate about their business and it shows through the work they've created and the excellent customer service they provide from the beginning to the end.Much success to both of them and this business.  It will be well deserved. Really looking forward to trying out their next production! read less

Run... don't walk... to come play these excellent escape room games.  I've played over 230 escape rooms, and this place is a MUST PLAY location. The Secret at Whitmore Estates was excellent. Whitmore had several things I had never seen in an escape room before. The execution was absolutely flawless... read moreRun... don't walk... to come play these excellent escape room games.  I've played over 230 escape rooms, and this place is a MUST PLAY location. The Secret at Whitmore Estates was excellent. Whitmore had several things I had never seen in an escape room before. The execution was absolutely flawless and we had a really fun time. The experience was challenging enough to make you really think, yet not overly complicated or tedious. There was a solid mix of puzzles to keep you entertained and excited. The set was absolutely beautiful, well designed, and carefully thought out. We also had a lot of fun playing Patient 17, so don't forget to check that game out while you're there. I highly recommend this place and I can't wait to see what amazing games they come up with in the future. read less

The Secret at Whitmore is a PERFECT game!  There's no other way for me to put it.  The more I think about it, the more I appreciate it and it's just slid it's way into my top 3 favorite games anywhere!  From the intro to the exit, every detail was... read moreThe Secret at Whitmore is a PERFECT game!  There's no other way for me to put it.  The more I think about it, the more I appreciate it and it's just slid it's way into my top 3 favorite games anywhere!  From the intro to the exit, every detail was thought out & executed perfectly.  The set is incredible, the story and puzzle flow was spot on, and the audio/visual effects added to the perfect atmosphere.  This is a great business by some very cool and passionate owners who are committed to creating an excellent experience for their customers.  Thank you Rick and Ryan! read less

Wow. What can I say! What an amazing experience here at breaking point. This was my first time doing an escape room and honestly I had a blast. I did the Whitmore estate room. You could tell right away that the production quality is top notch and the thought that... read moreWow. What can I say! What an amazing experience here at breaking point. This was my first time doing an escape room and honestly I had a blast. I did the Whitmore estate room. You could tell right away that the production quality is top notch and the thought that the owners have put into the room was evident. I enjoyed every detail in the room and there was a lot of care in making the puzzles flow and make sense. Some parts definitely spooked me, but in a good way! The room was beautifully done and I couldn't of asked for a better experience. Thank you breaking point! I'm definitely coming back! read less

We have done a number of escape rooms throughout the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties.  Breaking Point's 'The Secret of Whitmore Estate' was probably my favorite one to date. The production value is spectacular.  The puzzles are challenging but linear and make absolute sense, and the two gentlemen... read moreWe have done a number of escape rooms throughout the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties.  Breaking Point's 'The Secret of Whitmore Estate' was probably my favorite one to date. The production value is spectacular.  The puzzles are challenging but linear and make absolute sense, and the two gentlemen who own, designed, and operate the room are personable and professional. Really, trust the myriad of reviews that have given 'Breaking Point' 5 stars. It really was as good as it gets. read less

We came to breaking point for a team building experience & we had a blast! The set up is very cool & the room itself was impressive! The option of being able to get "hints" was super helpful & helped to lead our team to success. Would most definitely recommend... read moreWe came to breaking point for a team building experience & we had a blast! The set up is very cool & the room itself was impressive! The option of being able to get "hints" was super helpful & helped to lead our team to success. Would most definitely recommend & we will be coming back to try out another puzzle. 2 thumbs up breaking point! Keep up the creativeness- we loves our time here. read less

One of the absolute BEST escape rooms ever!! Our team has completed more than 70 rooms from Los Angeles to Palm Springs and can emphatically recommend Patient 17 and the brand new The Secret at Whitmore Estate!! The owner/designers are fantastic, high quality rooms, puzzles, and professional game masters! Try... read moreOne of the absolute BEST escape rooms ever!! Our team has completed more than 70 rooms from Los Angeles to Palm Springs and can emphatically recommend Patient 17 and the brand new The Secret at Whitmore Estate!! The owner/designers are fantastic, high quality rooms, puzzles, and professional game masters! Try and beat Alex and Co score and have fun!! read less

Just did the Secret at Whitmore Estate. The production value was great, from the intro movie to the details of the room. I've done about 7 escape rooms and this one was one of my favorites.  The puzzles made sense and never felt overly frustrated. The game master was the... read moreJust did the Secret at Whitmore Estate. The production value was great, from the intro movie to the details of the room. I've done about 7 escape rooms and this one was one of my favorites.  The puzzles made sense and never felt overly frustrated. The game master was the most attentive I've ever met and provided gentle help when we were stuck.  Had a surprise that I never experienced in another escape room that was awesome!  I really want to come back soon and try another. read less

Best escape room I have ever been to. They treated our group great. The actual escape was really well done and completely doable. I would recommend it 100%

As soon as I walked into the lobby, I was so amazed by the awesome decor on the walls and lobby. We were greeted by Ryan and Rick who are extremely friendly and have a great sense of humor. Before entering the room my group and I watched a video... read moreAs soon as I walked into the lobby, I was so amazed by the awesome decor on the walls and lobby. We were greeted by Ryan and Rick who are extremely friendly and have a great sense of humor. Before entering the room my group and I watched a video of rules and the intro for the room. Okay now for the fun stuff... the room! I was part of a group of 4 (all of us playing 40+ rooms) and we decided to play their new room, Patient 17. Walking into the room, I really appreciated the decor and the attention to details that were added all the way from the ceiling to the floor. As for the puzzles, I enjoyed the creativity as well as the ability to understand the game flow as a whole. There were some creative things in the room that I have yet to see in any of the ones I've played previously (but I won't give those away). Basically, the room was freaking awesome. Emphasis on awesome. Go check them out!! They're awesome and their rooms are fantastic! Also please don't knock us off first place leaderboard Update!!! So we just finished playing their second room, Whitmore Estate! I walked in and immediately got Haunted Mansion vibes and was incredibly impressed by the decor and attention to detail. The puzzles themselves had really fun surprises and had that nice bite of challenge. I'm always so impressed with these guys's rooms and I'm never ever disappointed. Please go check these guys out! They will always blow you away! read less

I had the pleasure to finally visit Breaking Point Escape Rooms this past weekend, not because I have been procrastinating from going, but because the place has always been completely booked whenever I checked. As escape room enthusiasts, my team and I were eager to tackle the Patient 17 room.... read moreI had the pleasure to finally visit Breaking Point Escape Rooms this past weekend, not because I have been procrastinating from going, but because the place has always been completely booked whenever I checked. As escape room enthusiasts, my team and I were eager to tackle the Patient 17 room. I must say, the reviews were spot on. There are very very few escape room outfits in the Inland Empire that have put as much time and effort into their rooms as the owners Rick and Ryan have. The production value here is comparable to those that you would find in the more famous escape rooms out in LA! The moment you step into the room you are immersed in the terrifying mad laboratory that is the Patient 17 room, I loved it!As for the room itself, it is mostly a Gen 1 lock and key room with puzzles that led from one to the other without any crazy logical leaps. The puzzles flowed from one to the other in an intuitive way and there was always something to do for our veteran group of 4, however, more experienced groups greater than that may have difficulty dividing enough tasks for everyone to do. Anyone in the Inland Empire who wants to see how a beautifully designed and smooth flowing escape room should check this place out! My team and I can't wait for their new Whitmore Estate room to be opened to the public. read less

Patient 17 room was awesome, challenging in a manageable way and really fun. We were only 2 people so gave us some extra time. The manager/staff were super nice and made us feel welcome. The room itself comes with a story which makes it more exciting. I've been to another... read morePatient 17 room was awesome, challenging in a manageable way and really fun. We were only 2 people so gave us some extra time. The manager/staff were super nice and made us feel welcome. The room itself comes with a story which makes it more exciting. I've been to another escape room in San Diego and that one didn't have any story, just random puzzles. Breaking point is working on a new room that's said to be much more fun and exciting. I highly recommend this place. read less

Matt the "Escape Mattster" plays his Game #86!- Game: The Secret At Whitmore Estate (Beta Test)- Grade: AOnce in a while, I encounter an escape room so perfectly designed and executed, my mind is just completely at awe upon game completion. Today, I had to pleasure to beta test Breaking... read moreMatt the "Escape Mattster" plays his Game #86!- Game: The Secret At Whitmore Estate (Beta Test)- Grade: AOnce in a while, I encounter an escape room so perfectly designed and executed, my mind is just completely at awe upon game completion. Today, I had to pleasure to beta test Breaking Point's next entry "The Secret At Whitmore Estate", and this exact sentiment coursed through my entire body. My brain tried to completely process what I just witnessed in the past hour, while I literally held my cheeks in my two hands in disbelief.Like fellow Yelper Justin M. said, "WOW!!!!!"Well, I added 2 more exclamation points to make an even 5 to match the star rating. And because it's just THAT GOOD.Originally slated to open in July 2019, this Disney's Haunted Mansion inspired addition had been almost a year in the making. Last I visited to play "Patient 17" (see "previous review"), this was already on owners Rick & Ryan's to-do. To finally preview their baby after a lengthy wait, one can only imagine how much hard work (painstaking considerations, meticulous designs, and laborious construction) this long time frame entails. And most fortunately, every bit of that effort shows... excuse me, shines through... wait, COMPLETELY EFFIN' BLOWS MY MIND.The owners didn't want to release this unstoppable force of an escape room to the public until it's absolutely spotlight ready. They took their time, made sure everything was perfect, and they want this game to be among the leaders of the industry. And let me assure you, this room has surpassed their debut effort, will rightfully become their flagship attraction, and it's definitely something I'd continually recommend others!The main story behind the Estate involves solving the mysterious disappearance of the Whitmore family, and that's pretty much all I can divulge without spoiling the tale. However, this game fully understands what's good storytelling within the confines of a 60-minute escape room: 1) an intriguing but not over-complicated plot, 2) presented in small bite-size chunks for easy digestion, and most importantly, 3) without requiring players to read lots of text. For such an enjoyable experience that was story-driven, I loved every moment without feeling bogged down. Bravo.Art direction continues to be the *absolute greatest strength* of Breaking Point. Players're treated to a professionally produced video prior to entry, and this appropriately sets the tone to what's to follow--the gorgeous set! From beginning to end, this's a Hollywood grade experience. Through the door frame, you exit Rancho, and enters a fancy villa interior. (My friend's one-word description sums it up: authentic.) Whatever that I've praised about "Patient 17" applies here, and then some more. And to find out this is up to 90% or more DIY by the two guys that run the place--all the more amazing. That also means, you'll only get this one-of-a-kind treatment at this location, so, another reason to play.The meat of the escape room, the puzzles, also received a significant overhaul. While I liked the puzzles from "17", there're some minor issues that required tweaking for better customer satisfaction. "Whitmore", however, had no such issue. 100% logical. But to nitpick, these challenges were on the easier side, and will most likely not trump any veteran players for long. But hey, that just means even beginners and kids could savor in the satisfaction of solving these brain teasers. With that said, the elegant presentation supported by a beautiful set breathed new life into some classic puzzle clues, and each completed puzzle resulted in delightful reveals......Some very unforgettable ones, even. (Omg!)There's just so much I am dying to tell you guys, but can't, and that's exactly the type of takeaway that you want in a premium escape room trip. A fun time and memories made that you want to talk to your friends and peers about for hours, or even days, on end.And just to inform any hardcore escape fans, this game employs both amazing automated technology and basic lock and key system, and the two blended flawlessly into one harmonious stay at the enigmatic manor. Majority of challenges are fully incorporated into the story, with only few exceptions that're more "puzzle-obvious". Quite negligible with all things considered.I sincerely & urgently insist all escape room enthusiasts to book this room when it's open to the public, especially for those who overlap as Disney fanatics. The various quite-so-obvious homage to the iconic Disneyland attraction are the icing on this delicious cake, but "Whitmore" in its own individual right was more than enough to be a star of its own in today's competitive market.Lastly, I want to formally thank the owners for their hospitality, and I hope your stubbornness for high standard and dedication to your crafts will continue to fuel the longevity of your business, the industry, and this incredible hobby that I've come to love so, so much. read less

The team at a breaking point went above and beyond to accommodate my sons birthday party with a large group very impressive very well trained.looking forward to the new escape room that they are designing wow! can't wait you guys raised the bar on escape rooms.. Friendly and passionate about... read moreThe team at a breaking point went above and beyond to accommodate my sons birthday party with a large group very impressive very well trained.looking forward to the new escape room that they are designing wow! can't wait you guys raised the bar on escape rooms.. Friendly and passionate about their escape rooms to make the best experience possible for people...looking forward to coming back with friends and family!  God bless. read less

UPDATE!!!!!!!:9-14-2019: Got to BETA test the new Whitmore Estate room. All I can say is WOW!!! These guys do it right and are truly setting the bar for industry standard when it comes to escape rooms. The addition of the second room really makes them a premier destination for both... read moreUPDATE!!!!!!!:9-14-2019: Got to BETA test the new Whitmore Estate room. All I can say is WOW!!! These guys do it right and are truly setting the bar for industry standard when it comes to escape rooms. The addition of the second room really makes them a premier destination for both beginner and enthusiast players. Their new room Whitmore Estate blends Hollywood style production prop and set design with truly magnificent story telling all while being immersed in escape room. The puzzles range from easy to truly thought provoking which allows you to feel a sense of accomplishment while still halting even the most experienced players from time to time. I have played over 150 rooms and would without a doubt rate this in my top ten favorite rooms. You can truly tell the passion these guys have for the entire escape room industry as they took complete ownership from set/prop design to story telling process as their own and it shows. Their love for escape room bleeds so much into the game that you want to spend time talking with them for hours after you get out.Way to go Breaking point! Can't wait for the next room to open Breaking point is the epitome of a well run clean cut escape room. You can tell these guys put a lot of time and effort into the creation of their "patient 17" room. The props, the storyline, the puzzles all flowed seamlessly together. We got to talking with these guys since we are in the process of starting a couple rooms ourselves and we told them the ironic thing was when we started our storyboard and design for our scary room the name we came up with was Whitmore Estate which is exactly the same as their upcoming room. We had a good laugh about it and told them we can't wait to come back and try it when they open.Overall this room doesn't disappoint and is a real gem when it comes to the area. Highly highly recommend read less

Nicest guys in the business no question. They're room is great and the fact that they made and run it with just the 2 of them is incredible! The quality of the room is so good! I did patient 17 and I will definitely be coming back when they open... read moreNicest guys in the business no question. They're room is great and the fact that they made and run it with just the 2 of them is incredible! The quality of the room is so good! I did patient 17 and I will definitely be coming back when they open their next room! I am so excited for what they have come up with! read less

Had such an amazing experience!!! Two adults, a 15 year old son and 8 year old daughter. The story was PERFECT for all of us. Clues were helpful and planted at the exact right times. We actually spent an hour working as a team instead of the bickering and aggravation... read moreHad such an amazing experience!!! Two adults, a 15 year old son and 8 year old daughter. The story was PERFECT for all of us. Clues were helpful and planted at the exact right times. We actually spent an hour working as a team instead of the bickering and aggravation I was honestly expecting. We cannot wait for them to open up their next room !! Will for sure be back. Amazing props, sounds and extreme attention to detail. You can tell the owners poured their hearts and souls into this endeavor. Worth every penny. read less

First time trying an escape room...it was really cool. Definitely recommend if you're in to solving puzzles!
The two owners welcomed us and explained the rules. It was helpful that we went in with a seasoned group though...can't say much more without giving it way.
Will be back for the other room(s)... read moreFirst time trying an escape room...it was really cool. Definitely recommend if you're in to solving puzzles!
The two owners welcomed us and explained the rules. It was helpful that we went in with a seasoned group though...can't say much more without giving it way.
Will be back for the other room(s) when complete. read less

the whole experience was terrific.  We were greeted by Rick, and he was very friendly and informative. challenging and fun; perfect combination.  we will come back.  very well kept establishment.