How Is the La Casa de Papel Game Played? A Heist for Companies

The La Casa de Papel game is a heist-themed team game inspired by the famous Spanish series, in which teams become a robbery crew in red jumpsuits and try to open the vault through code-breaking, missions and strategy. Winning takes not only speed but planning, role sharing and synchronisation within the team.

In the video the game starts in a hotel ballroom. The host explains the plan with a microphone while players in red jumpsuits get ready in the background. Teams then spread through the hotel corridors and study clues and coded notebooks at tables. Using the ballroom, corridors and common areas together gives the game the feel of a real operation.

How is the La Casa de Papel game played?

1. Briefing: the host explains the target, time limit and rules of the heist.
2. The crew forms: teams put on their red jumpsuits and divide roles within the team.
3. The plan: the team decides together which mission to tackle first and who goes where.
4. The operation: codes are cracked, clues collected and traps passed; every right step brings the team one piece closer to the vault.
5. The vault opens: the team that opens it first with the collected codes, or gathers the most loot, wins.

Why does a heist game work for company teams?

• Roles divide naturally: the code-breaker, the coordinator, the timekeeper and the scout all carry a piece.
• Decisions are made under pressure: as time runs down, the team's communication habits become visible.
• The theme draws everyone in: whether or not they have seen the series, people get into character once the red jumpsuit is on.
• Success is shared: the vault opens through the whole crew, not one person.

The host and staff set the pace of the game. If a team is stuck on a code for too long, a small hint brings it back into play; a team that pulls far ahead can face an extra obstacle. That way the vault stays within reach for everyone until the last minute and the energy in the room never drops.

How many people, how long, and what affects the price?

Our La Casa De Papel format is designed for groups of 20 to 200 and runs 2 to 3 hours. Cost depends on headcount, duration, city and venue, costumes and set, the number of mission kits and how far the story is customised to your company. For a smaller group and a closed-room experience, Red Room Escape is a good alternative, and for another series universe there is Squid Game Challenge. If you are curious about the Squid Game side, see our Squid Game games guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

If your team is ready to put on the red jumpsuits and crack the vault, contact us.