The Bureau Escape Rooms - "UFO: Go For Launch!"
- Cici Cao
- 17 hours ago
- 3 min read
LOCATION: Orlando, Florida, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: UFO: Go For Launch!
📅 DATE PLAYED: February 16, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Sci-Fi
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 5.5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-6 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $41.99/ pp
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
An alien has crash-landed in the backyard of a truth-seeking podcaster's high-tech home. It's your job to locate the alien and assist in launching it back into space.
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
Incorporating a suitable character who fit the storyline to assist us when we needed a hint was an excellent idea.
One of the early puzzles really pushed us to think creatively and explore how we could use the items we found to operate a device. It had a spy-like feel.
The game featured a lot of animations that all looked incredible. The finale was the highlight. We truly felt like it was a scene from "ET".
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
Early on, we found a machine that easily captured our attention. We spent considerable time on it because its buttons are actually functional. We recommend "locking" it from players until the right moment for them to use it.
The volume of information we had to consume (from reading and watching videos) to find a solution felt overwhelming given the limited time for the game. It also seemed like this puzzle was meant for one person, leaving others with nothing to do as the game was pretty linear by then. Perhaps reducing some information could shorten this period of time during the game.
The characters' voices in the game were only audible from certain parts of the room. This led to missing some explanations on why certain actions were needed, causing players having a disconnect from the storyline.
We thought that a prop useful for us as a two-player game could be placed elsewhere instead of where we found it. We weren't sure if the item was movable, but its location prevented us from seeing the clues once we started operating the mechanism.
One of the light puzzle's hints was quite confusing. There were many possible input locations, which confused our small group as we didn't know if all stations needed to be used. Some instructions would be helpful.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
The Bureau Escape Rooms consistently offers innovative concepts, compelling storytelling, and exceptional set design that feels extraordinary. However, some simplification of the clues and smoother puzzle transitions would enhance the experience. Clearer instructions would prevent players from second-guessing their actions and contribute to a more coherent storyline. Despite this, I am confident that Sci-Fi enthusiasts will greatly enjoy this game, as the animations that bring an alien life form to life are genuinely unique and definitely something we haven't experienced before!
ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
There is a free parking lot in front of the facility.
Keep in mind, your GPS might lead you to the front, but the parking lot is in the back. If you got to a building that looks abandoned, perhaps "travel agency" related business then you're at the right place.
Huge lobby area with seating, great for large events.
Both alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
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Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location and an exclusive interview with the owner:
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(If you do decide to try this game, give us a shoutout or tag us on social media so we know you heard it from "ESCAPETHEROOMers"!)
Disclosure: We thank The Bureau Escape Rooms 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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