iPanic Escape Room (St. Charles) - "BIGFOOT The Legend Awaits"

LOCATION:  St. Charles, Illinois, USA

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: BIGFOOT The Legend Awaits
📅 DATE PLAYED: May 31, 2024
🎬 GENRE: Adventure, Survival
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-6 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $66.00 (2 ppl) - $198.00 (6 ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

Trapped in a trailer in the woods during a storm, you suddenly hear on the radio about sightings of Bigfoot in the area. Will today be your "lucky" day? We'll know soon enough...

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

Imagine our faces when we found out that the escape room was actually hidden inside the trailer in the lobby! We were totally fooled by what we thought was just some fancy decoration.
After participating in numerous escape rooms with Bigfoot themes in the past, the exceptional level of immersion offered by this particular game, which takes place in a mobile trailer and involves interactions with Bigfoot himself, distinguished it as a top choice for us. The experience truly evoked a sense of a "close" encounter.
We stumbled upon an out-of-the-box puzzle featuring a tiny prop that turned out to be incredibly fun!
The realistic experience of confronting Big Foot and the clever use of props to contain him added to our enjoyment of the game.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

The trailer contained a lot of information that could be seen as red herrings. We recommend removing irrelevant decorations.
Most of the clues did not align well with the puzzles, making it challenging to establish logical connections. There was an image puzzle lacking clear instructions, requiring significant assistance from the GM to progress. The hint system provided by the GM was limited to pre-written clues, complicating the guidance process.
At times, we were uncertain if our inputs were registered, as there was no visual or auditory confirmation. One puzzle early on required multiple inputs contrary to our initial assumptions. In this case, input confirmation is highly recommended.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

The simulation of a Bigfoot attack in the trailer was an incredibly immersive experience that truly felt like the real deal. The attention to detail was astounding, from the vibrations and shaking that made us feel like we were right in the middle of the action to the realistic sound of Bigfoot stomping in the woods, creating a sense of impending danger that sent our hearts racing. As we frantically gathered the items we had collected throughout the game to trap the creature at the end, the adrenaline-fueled excitement reached its peak. The satisfaction of successfully outsmarting Bigfoot was exhilarating, making the entire experience unforgettable. However, while the overall concept was thrilling, there is room for improvement in the puzzle design to ensure a smoother gameplay flow. Fine-tuning the puzzles to provide clearer clues and a more logical progression would undoubtedly enhance the overall experience and make it even more engaging for players.

For those seeking an adventure with the legendary Bigfoot, this simulation offers a unique and immersive opportunity to come face to face with the creature in a safe yet thrilling environment. It's as close as you can get to experiencing the thrill of encountering Bigfoot in real life, making it a must-try for fans of cryptid mysteries and adrenaline-pumping escapades.

ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

Free parking in front
Lobby with waiting area & lockers available
Merchandise for sale
**Warning This Room is a simulation of a REAL BIGFOOT ATTACK, Which Includes: Extreme Shaking, Motion/Vibrations, Loud Noise, Visual And Lighting Effects**
They can disable the motion for players whom wish to experience this game with out the movement
Children under the age of 8 are NOT allowed inside. Persons Under the age of 15 must have an Adult Present In Room
Due to the fact that this is a room that has a few sudden jerks and bumps players must wear flat shoes to play! You may NOT wear Heels, Pumps, Stilettos, Wedges, or Platform.

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