Escape Room Pittsburgh (Homestead) - "Carnegie'$ Million$"

Updated: Oct 4

LOCATION:  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: Carnegie'$ Million$
📅 DATE PLAYED: May 29, 2024
🎬 GENRE: Mystery
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 8/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: Up to 10 ppl (Ages 15+)
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: M-F: $35.00/ pp (Min. 2 ppl), Wknds: $35.00/ pp (Min. 4 ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

The team you are part of has partnered with The Protectorate, a clandestine organization committed to utilizing their resources and expertise to thwart the schemes of their malevolent adversaries, The Illuminati. Your primary objective is to explore Andrew Carnegie's study and vault in order to unearth clues and locate the fabled Stone of Destiny before it falls into the hands of the Illuminati (and jeopardizes your safety!).

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

In addition to navigating through this vast area, we were faced with a multitude of puzzles to solve. These puzzles encompassed various types, keeping us on edge throughout the game.
The set design is deceiving as we initially found ourselves in what appeared to be an ordinary room resembling a study. However, as the game unfolded, it became clear why The Illuminati was in the storyline.
The puzzles were intended to be concealed in obscure locations and seamlessly blend with The Illuminati theme.
I especially liked a puzzle design that incorporated a popular type of puzzle, but what set it apart was the ingenious use of props associated with the bank in the hint, delivering a truly remarkable "wow" experience for us.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

Visualizing one of the clues proved to be quite challenging due to its illegibility.
One of the puzzles had two ways of solving it which could raise confusion for the players
The clues provided by the GM could be more straightforward.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

This room is truly spacious, offering ample room to explore and solve the challenges it presents. We found ourselves constantly moving between different areas. A team of four would be ideal. The setting of Escape Room Pittsburgh within a former bank adds a unique touch to the atmosphere. The attention to detail in the set design is evident, especially in how elements from the bank's past were cleverly integrated into the storyline involving The Illuminati. This integration not only enhances the immersion but also provides a rich background for the mystery at hand.

If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy unraveling intricate puzzles, this room will surely captivate you. The clues are meticulously placed, requiring a sharp observation and a sense of deduction to unravel the mystery. Each discovery feels like a step closer to unveiling the secrets hidden within the room, making the entire experience both challenging and rewarding.

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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

You can park in the Aldi parking lot right across from the venue for free
Axe Throwing available onsite on their upper floor
Their "Co-Sign Speakeasy" game is an actual champagne bar and can be booked as a bar or a regular 60 minute escape room experience.

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