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- Sep 4
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The Third Gate Hotel Escape Room - "Third Gate Hotel"

LOCATION:  Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: Third Gate Hotel
📅 DATE PLAYED: July 5, 2024
🎬 GENRE: Horror
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 7/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-15 ppl (Ages 10+)
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $45.00/ pp (Min. 2 ppl required)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

A charming family of four managed this hotel. The twin sisters were adored by their parents until their younger brother came along. Feeling envious, they murdered their parents, leading to the hotel's abandonment ever since. In the midst of their atrocious deed, they also released another entity into the world... Could it be something sinister? Now, the hotel has been reopened. Are you brave enough to stay here?

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

We were impressed by how the game immediately started in what appeared to be the "check-in" area of the hotel, with the creepy butler being the only one to welcome you. This was also a creative way to integrate the hint system.
The incredible combination of set design, lighting, and sound absolutely brought this haunted hotel to life! The eerie, seemingly endless hallway we explored during the game was absolutely unforgettable. Every visit for more puzzle clues in this hallway sent chills down our spines!
A bunch of sneaky triggers in the room made it seem like some spooky supernatural power was pulling the strings. We also got a few jump scare moments that was perfectly planned in the game (I'm sure if you opt for the full experience, you'll get a lot more of that). As for the props in the game - they totally nailed the horror theme, adding that extra oomph to the whole experience!
One room featured a series of interconnected puzzles that culminated in obtaining a prop at the end, weaving together a cohesive story. The acquisition of the prop at the end was both "gruesome" and satisfying.
The final puzzle involved multiple steps that required us to piece together various clues, offering a particularly enjoyable challenge.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

We are not certain if it was because we requested the "non-scary" version, but we were hoping that the Game Master would stay in character throughout the entire experience. For example, it would be cooler if the player could initiate the game by pressing the remote themselves, and the free bracelet could be given to us at the end of the game.
We were unsure about how to enter a 6-digit code as the sequence was unclear. It would be helpful if some kind of "ghostly" clue could be provided to indicate the correct order.
Most of the doors were used as actual spaces, except for one. We thought that adding a puzzle to utilize that space would enhance the experience.
There were a few delays during the game possibly due to mechanical issues, which made it confusing for us to understand what we triggered and which code activated certain elements. It would be beneficial to incorporate sound or light indicators into the game.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

Are you seeking a spine-chilling and eerie adventure in Las Vegas? Look no further than the "Third Gate Hotel"! As you step inside, you are greeted by a haunting atmosphere that rivals the most terrifying scenes from horror movies like "The Shining". The intricate spider webs, peeling walls with faded colors, and macabre decorations dangling from the ceiling transport you into a world of suspense and mystery.

The experience at the "Third Gate Hotel" goes beyond mere aesthetics. The puzzles scattered throughout the game are not only entertaining but also rewarding to solve. Each riddle you unravel adds to the immersive experience, keeping you engaged and on edge throughout the entire hour. And if you finish ahead of the schedule, you may even challenge their bonus puzzle. While not overly complex, completing it successfully will earn you a special prop to hold in your victory photo!

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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

Free parking lot outside of the facility
There is no lobby or seating available, please arrive 10 minute before game time
Merchandise available for purchase
Restroom is available inside the game (not part of the game)
Water available
"Third Gate Hotel" contains a live-actor in the game
Free bracelet given at the end of the game and you'll receive a free voodoo doll for leaving a review.

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Disclosure: We thank The Third Gate Hotel 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.