The Cabin: Chapter 1

The puzzles themselves are fairly straightforward, but the atmosphere definitely adds a layer of challenge. It’s very dimly lit (intentionally so), which helps create the tension but can slow you down a bit if you’re not used to working in that environment or don't have braver teammates to help drive things forward. The live actor interactions are a big part of the experience and add some really memorable moments without getting in the way of the gameplay. Expect some crawling, and there’s a brief climbing section as well.

The lighting, sound design, and set pieces all work together to create a constant feeling of unease. It’s the kind of room where the tension builds naturally and you’re always a little unsure what might happen next. The actor interactions really elevate the experience and make the space feel alive.

Sabina was a fantastic GM. She stayed fully in character the entire time and did a great job balancing the scare factor so it stayed fun rather than overwhelming. The commitment really adds to the immersion.

You'll love the story elements!

The story was interesting and the puzzles were definitely though-out and integrated in the gameplay, which helps you get into the mindset of wanting to solve the room. Added to the immersion and perfectly sets up the next stages of the story!

The spooky/scary factor along with the intentionally dim lighting is definitely going to be the main factor here! You never know who or what might be around the corner which will be a blocker.

I think you can get away with 4 if you are an experienced group and have people that aren't scaredy-cats. I honestly did not contribute as much as I normally could've since I'm not great with horror. Safety in numbers will help you progress and give you another brain to help solve things!

Honestly, not as horribly terrifying as I thought although that could've been a conscious choice by our GM, knowing that I was very hesitant about playing to begin with (as a scaredy-cat) 😅. But still, definitely not for the faint of heart and I recommend larger groups! It's dark and the live actor will be able to play off of your group dynamics in a great way.

One portion with some crawling, and there’s a brief climbing section as well.

Just remember they have two locations in the plaza, so you'll want to go to the correct building. Very easy to find though.

Probably one of the best out there in what it has to offer! Truly scary. Ever wanted to experience one of those horror movies with more immersion? And solve puzzles while at it? This is the place! The flow was linear...with a very unique helping element to guide you.

Simply brilliant. Outstanding lighting. It is dark. You will have some spot lighting and "candles" you can carry with you (not real fire ones of course). Set design was excellent and every prop felt a part of the truly frightening atmosphere.

Lee and Reno were great...in character...from welcoming to seeing us off. Our "GM" during the game provided helpful nudges, following our game very closely, responding to our actions, and responding to any questions promptly.

A proper horror setting with memorable interactions where you experience evolves with your reactions.

One of the few places I've come across where the story actually develops properly beyond the premise (and continues to do so in Chapters 2 & 3). What you're doing is meaningful to the story.

The puzzles, by themselves, were not difficult. BUT...the atmosphere is so scary that you may not even realize that you have forgotten it's an escape room! And there are several set pieces to be explored and puzzles to be solved. Important to not get bogged down by fear and remind yourself that the clock is still ticking!

It's doable with 4. But you need at least one "brave" person who can handle the stress well in the group if you want to finish the game successfully. 5 may be better because it helps "soak" the scariness better. Any more could be sub-optimal because it may become difficult to communicate effectively.

It. is. scary. No joke. But, if you want to, you will enjoy it. (no spoilers but some more details about the experience ahead...skip it if you don't want to know more about the scariness.) We've done an escape room in Lima, Peru that is themed around the Nun (like the movie). That interaction was very well done and scary. This room is scarier. Are there jump scares? Yes. Are they predictable or cued? No. The scares are timed at the best (or worst) moments and react to your group. However, the biggest scare element is the tension and anticipation itself - you feel something is going to get you at every turn. Is there touching? I'll leave it for you to find out. Confirming or denying it will take away from your experience. I will add that the staff put in a lot of effort into what they do. Be respectful and appreciate how they enrich your experience!

Certainly.

Some crawling and soft climbing may be required.

Remember to go to the correct building (in the same plaza, they have 2 locations across from each other).

Very immersive

Sabina was great!

Not at all.

Not at all.

Too dark and worn out props

Nothing was that difficult but there was a lot to do.

Fun gameplay, mixed with memorable interactions.

Moody and spooky without being too scary. The room isn't well lit, which adds to the mystery.

Miranda was exceptional from start to finish.

4

A little crawling and climbing.

Mostly yes. Just make sure you go to the correct place, because their experiences are split between two offices.

It was very fun! The staff explained everything very well beforehand, they were in character before we even went into the room itself, which added to the whole experience! I won’t spoil the rooms, but I was pretty scared and I screamed in the first room LOL! But it was so much fun! The puzzles were pretty challenging! The staff gave us hints if we asked/needed them but in character of course! 10/10 highly recommend!

It was VERY immersive! And the puzzles were very good!

Everyone was nice, and in character! When they broke character it was only to inform us that we could take a break if we needed to, they had water for us to drink if we needed, and if we needed a restroom break we could go at any time! Speaking of the restroom, it was very clean, they had a shelf if tampons and panty liners, an air freshener, and hand sanitizer, it was just a really nice/thoughtful bathroom.

It was very interesting! Pretty scary, and the puzzles were challenging, but very do-able.

My friend and I did The Cabin chapters 1-3 and they were so much fun! Scary but fun! The story and plot were very interesting! I heard they were expanding the story in other locations too, hopefully I get to go soon!

My friend and I did all 3 chapters in one day, chapter 1 was fairly easy, it took us a bit but we did it! Chapter 2 and 3 were a lot more challenging though, it took my friend and I a while to figure out some puzzles, but the staff would give us hints or send in an “entity” for some assistance, which I loved cause it added so much to the experience!

I’d say a bit of both? They had lights and scary sounds playing throughout the rooms, it was such a fun experience!

I’d say a small to mid size group would be great for this particular experience since it’s “Horror” I feel like a big group might take away from the whole experience? I’m not so sure, but my small group of friends and I make like 4-5 total and I think that’s like the perfect number for this particular escape room.

I really enjoyed the room and the atmosphere, but I was definitely jumpy, I was scared to proceed at certain times cause I was scared something was gonna pop out at me or grab me! I was pretty scared! The actors did such a good job!

I think for this room you had to be 18+ cause it’s “Horror” and you have to sign a waiver, but yeah 16-17 is probably the youngest that should be allowed in, any younger I wouldn’t recommend.

Everything worked fine! The staff did a great job and explaining how everything works and if something didn’t work right to let them know immediately, but in my experience I had no need to, everything worked great!

In the 3 chapters we met at least 3-4 actors.

It was mostly walking back and fourth and bending down for certain puzzles, but at the end of each one, you had to “run” out or the “entities” will get you. But it’s not like running track or anything, more like jogging out of the rooms.

I’d say it’s accessible, there is one room, it was almost like a closet space and there was a puzzle behind the door, so that spot is not wheelchair accessible, but once the puzzle is solved and the other door opens then it’s no problem.

Yes it was. They have 2 locations in Austin, or at least from what I saw, and they were right across the parking lot from each other.

My friend and I took an uber there so we didn’t have use for the parking lot, but the area is big and fairly new, I didn’t see any other businesses there so the parking lot was empty for the most part, but both sides where the locations were, there was plenty of parking.

OMG!! Best room ever!!! It was INtense. Even after the game, it stormed, and I felt I was still in the escape room. It had me peeking around corners.👀

Chillls…chillls…chills. We were entering some parts of the room in a group.😬 No person left behind. The staff stayed in character and made the experience enjoyable and believable.

Like 🤴 and👸🏻or should I say like paranormal investigators? Our GM was in character at the door and didn’t stop.

YES!!!! My mind was jumping here and there and everywhere. You need a keen eye and attention to detail if you are going to escape the cabin.

The drama was high with this one. It felt like we were in a movie.

At least 3. The site used to make 3 for this room but has reduced to 2. I don’t know if we would have escaped with just 2 people.

I have never been scared in an escape room until this one and loved every minute of it!

My 11 year old figured out some of the puzzles, but he was definitely a little scared at first. I played my cool and cracked some jokes to get him more comfortable, and he loved the gameplay. I would be more concerned with how well your child can handle the scare factor. Any child can do complete the puzzles if they are playing with a team who is willing to support them.

There was some climbing and crawling. At least 2 people in the party need to be able to climb and crawl. I had ankle surgery 4 weeks ago and was able to manage in my boot.

Need at least 2 people who are able to climb/crawl.