Escape Artists Orlando - "Dream"
- Cici Cao
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
LOCATION: Orlando, Florida, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Dream
📅 DATE PLAYED: February 15, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Heist, Sci-Fi
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 7.5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 3-5 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 90 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $55.00/ pp
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
You find yourself in the dream of Mr. Bestunkovich, a merciless Russian billionaire. Your task is to obtain the code that will unlock his mansion for our skilled cat burglars. This dream is a labyrinth filled with puzzles and perils. The further you venture, the more challenging it becomes, and time is slipping away. If you fail, you'll be stuck in his mind indefinitely. Can you retrieve the code and escape before it's too late?
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
The set design was exceptional, with the video game room being a standout favorite. It genuinely felt as though we were Mario and Luigi, partly due to our height difference. Anticipating the design of the subsequent rooms was one of the most enjoyable aspects of the experience.
The transitions between rooms were executed seamlessly. Each room featured a unique method of opening the door to the next, maintaining consistency with its individual theme.
The puzzles were highly inventive. Some impressed us with their technical complexity, while others stood out for the craftsmanship of the props themselves.
We had an amusing moment when we believed we had bypassed a "shortcut," only to discover that everyone was required to take the longer route. Despite this, it was an enjoyable attempt.
The final "exit" of the game was skillfully designed to integrate our previous experiences, creating a cohesive meta puzzle that culminated in a satisfying conclusion.
The game flow was smooth, and we never needed to pause for clarification. Despite the bizarre nature of the experience, everything made sense as they were simply peculiar dreams within Mr. Bestunkovich's mind.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
This game is almost perfect for us, except for one sequence that leads to a solution, which we found a bit lengthy, especially considering the possible challenge in understanding the actual clue. Shortening the sequence might help more players successfully escape the game. It is certainly a game that players should fully experience!
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
Creating this room must have been an absolute blast, as it seamlessly blends so many dream elements into one exhilarating experience! One moment, you'll feel like you're in a video game, and the next, you're transported into a laboratory. What on earth is Mr. Bestunkovich dreaming up every day? The game is both challenging and thrilling, packed with heart-pounding moments that make you feel like you're in an endless book with chapters that could go on forever. Every time I opened a new realm, I couldn't help but think, "How many rooms are left after this one?" Secretly, I hoped it would never end because we were having such a fantastic time uncovering a new mission each time. It felt like multiple escape rooms rolled into one epic adventure. If you're new to escape rooms, I definitely recommend starting with their other games and bringing along a few seasoned players for this one, as it's quite challenging. We spent about 70 minutes, and even as experienced players, we were stumped by one of the dream sequences at the beginning. This truly was a "dream" come true for enthusiasts like us!
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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Free parking in the back
Metered parking available in front
Lobby area with seating available
Merchandise and beverages available for purchase
Plenty of shops in the area
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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 Escape Artists Orlando for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion of the review whatsoever.
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