TheEnigmaCode
602 escape rooms
I love a good no-lock classic escape room, and the tomb delivered on this well. May interactions felt like interaction with a large scale puzzle box, especially with some of the more tangible manipulation puzzles. In particular, a few environmentally clued puzzles were brilliant and I found myself wondering why I’ve never seen them before - there’s a lot to love for players who want experiences the can’t easily replicate at home. The set was really pretty and captured a fairly uncommon Mayan aesthetic well, especially with the walls and carvings, although the darkness was a bit of an obstacle for not appreciating the set and puzzles. Due to the more subtle cluing for a few of the puzzles, I’d definitely recommend playing either in a larger group and/or having some experience prior to playing this one, especially in the context of noticing the more advanced connections to be made. Overall, though, the environment and puzzle design made this a definite standout in the Connecticut market!
Gameplay
While the lighting was a continual challenge, and a few moments were difficult to start, the environmental cluing and tactile interactions were satisfying and creative.
Atmosphere
I wish it were a bit lighter, but the set is a beautifully done take on a Mayan tomb with some clever surprises.
Customer service
The gamemaster / owners were incredible!
Particularly interesting or different
No
Difficulty
Hard
The darkness and sort of hands off cluing made it challenging
Game tech
High tech
No locks!
Ideal number of players
4
For a few interactions, 4 people are strongly encouraged. The nonlinear elements are also helpful to divide among others.
Scary
Not scary
It was dark but there were no jump scares or anything even remotely creepy
Minimum age
11
Was anything broken?
No
Live actors
No
Physically active
Not at all
Accessibility
It’s dark
Easy to find location
Yes
There’s a very helpful map to the building sent with bookings
Parking
Easy
Safety
Yes
