For many people, escape rooms are a fun way to spend an evening with friends, a unique birthday party idea, or a corporate team-building exercise. But for Cory Vertentes, a software developer and self-proclaimed escape room enthusiast, they are a passion that has shaped not only his leisure time but also his professional life. With over 60 rooms under his belt across multiple countries, Cory’s journey into the world of immersive puzzles offers a fascinating look at the industry from a player’s perspective.