Breakout EDU

Breakout EDU is an immersive learning games platform. Players use teamwork and critical thinking to solve a series of challenging puzzles in order to open a locked box. Games are available for all ages and content areas.

What Is Breakout EDU?

Running a Breakout Session

OUSD_Breakout EDU Game Facilitation Presentation

Breakout EDU Games

Create a Breakout account with your district Google login credentials. Then, search "User" to find free games. NOTE: The old "showyourwork" password no longer grants access to Breakout EDU 

Setting the 3-Digit Lock

Setting the 4-Digit Lock

Setting the Directional Lock

Setting the Word Lock

Using a Digital Lock

Using Hint Cards

The Official Breakout Timer

Want Your Own Box?

Breakout Boxes

Breakout Resources

Pinterest and Facebook are both great resources for Breakout ideas and questions. Here are some additional resources:

Reserving a Box

1. Reserve the box using the Breakout Edu Google Calendar. Your site's Breakout EDU calendar has been shared with you.

2. Pick up the kit in the STEAM lab at your site.

3. Familiarize yourself with the format using the Breakout EDU slidedeck.

4. Select a game on the Breakout EDU website. NOTE: User-generated games are free.

5. Print all materials for your game.

6. Set up the locks

7. Play the game!

8. Reset the locks to the following settings:

9. Return the kit

Breakout EDU Games Folder