LOCATION: Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Hotel: Room 113
📅 DATE PLAYED: May 28, 2024
🎬 GENRE: Mystery
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 8/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-8 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins
💰 PRICE: $33.00/ pp (2-3 ppl), 28.00/ pp (4+ ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
Awaken inside of a hotel from the 1960's. As elevator music plays gently in the background, a sense of panic grips you! While desperately seeking clues, you realize you are not the initial guests to have arrived... but will you be able to depart? Solve the Mystery and Escape the Hotel!
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
The creator found numerous inventive ways to turn everyday hotel items into puzzles.
The plot was engaging, keeping us on our toes with unexpected developments during the game. We appreciated "how" the storytelling happened as well.
The props were intricately designed and all suitable for a hotel environment. One in particular caught our attention due to its personalized touch.
The hint system and introduction were facilitated by a virtual concierge. We appreciate games that integrate hints using appropriate channels.
We were pleasantly surprised by one of the props when we found out how it could be activated.
One particular aspect of the game design stood out to me as my favorite. While situated inside the hotel, I particularly enjoyed the presence of windows on the door, through which we could observe the shadows of people passing by. This feature truly enhanced the sense of realism within the setting.
Once again, they have enhanced the authenticity of this room by incorporating real-life items, which always elevate the overall experience.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
One of the puzzles had a solution that seemed too straightforward. It would have been helpful to have a clue guiding us on why we should interpret those visual cues as the solution, instead of simply attempting it.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
One of the most intriguing aspects of this room that never fails to captivate me is the element of surprise that unfolds within its walls. From the moment we stepped foot inside, a peculiar sense of unease mingled with the facade of a cheerful vacation setting, hinting at a hidden layer of mystery waiting to be unraveled. The gradual progression through the room was akin to unwinding a suspenseful tale, with every corner turned and every object examined adding a new layer to the enigma at hand. It was as if the room itself was a silent storyteller, weaving a narrative of intrigue and curiosity that beckoned us to uncover its secrets.
The grand finale awaited us with a flourish of revelation that left us both astonished and spellbound. The pieces of the puzzle fell into place, painting a vivid picture of the hidden truths that had been concealed within the room's seemingly ordinary facade. In essence, the room became not just a physical space, but a stage for a captivating narrative that unfolded before our very eyes.
Additional info
Metered street parking available
Lobby area with seating available
Puzzles could be taken out for smaller groups or added for larger groups.
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Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, an interview with the owner, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more:
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Disclosure: We thank Can U Xcape? for comping our tickets for this game.
Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever.
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