The Morrison Game FactoryPostCuriousEscape roomTabletopLoved loved loved this one! As much as I love the dark and sinster games based around murders and cults, it is so refreshing to see a game using a playful, bright aesthetic. The artwork perfectly matches, and enhances, the vibe of this fantastic experience. The puzzles of varied, clever, and creative. So many satisfying "ah ha!" moments. You can tell that you are in the hands of a creator who has really thought out the entire experience from both a narrative and gameplay perspective. There is an online component which plays to the narrative perfectly and provides a great incrimental hint system that meters out the tiniest bit of information at a time so you can get just the nudge you need to get back on track without feeling like the answers have been spoon-fed to you. Post Curious has a strong catalog, but this may just be my favorite yet.
Curse of the DarkProfessor Puzzle - OnlineEscape roomTabletopAbove average production value with very clunky gameplay and a mildly annoying hint system. Rarely did I find myself having a fun time with this one, even though it has wonderful table presence. At a certain point I was just speeding through to finish the dang thing because it didn’t evoke much sense of fun or wonder.
SupernovaHunt a KillerEscape roomTabletopWow, I was expecting to love this as much as I did! Super high quality production value. Instead of a bunch of smaller puzzles you’re mainly working towards one big solve and when you get it HOT DAMN is it satisfying. And the story is very original and unexpectedly touching. Definitely pricey. I got mine second hand in the Puzzle People group and plan to sell it onward. It resets like a gem.
