Countdown Louisville - "Electrovault"

LOCATION:  Louisville, Kentucky, USA

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: Electrovault
📅 DATE PLAYED: June 1, 2024
🎬 GENRE: Mystery
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-10 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $71.98 (2 ppl) - $229.90 (10 ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

You and your friends have been invited to the birthday event of the season at Anika Tesla's Manhattan penthouse. However, a member of your group discovers her deepest secret, leading you all to be trapped on the 77th floor. With just one hour before the party transforms into a high-voltage extravaganza, can you successfully break free from the ELECTROVAULT?

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

While this room may not be high-tech, we found some puzzles to be quite unique. It was refreshing to see a game that relied more on clever puzzles and creative solutions rather than flashy technology.
We found the method of decoding with a device to be very interesting. The creator's innovative approach in repurposing the device for a different use was impressive to witness.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

Certain props need some updating in this room.
It has been a while since we last encountered a room where the same code is repeated. We recommend altering the puzzle, as most players likely wouldn't anticipate this..

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

The name "Electrovault" gave the impression of a covert hideout that required infiltration to pilfer valuable items, such as blueprints or designs, from Tesla. However, the storyline presented on the website failed to establish a strong connection with this concept. Despite featuring a decent number of puzzles, some of which were related to wires and machinery designs, the overall experience lacked coherence. In order to truly immerse the players, there is a need for a more robust and engaging storyline that seamlessly integrates the thematic elements of espionage, technology, and mystery. By enhancing the coherence of the puzzles and narrative, the experience can be elevated to a new level.

ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

Free parking in front
Lobby area with seating available
Merchandise for sale

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Disclosure: We thank Countdown Louisville for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion of the review whatsoever.