Sword in the Wall

Enjoyable concept, there are only about 4 puzzles on a wall but each one requires communication and teamwork. We played as a team of 2 and each of us had different information we had to combine to solve each puzzle. The puzzles made sense and were satisfying to solve. The wall was cute and it was entirely combo lock based. We played this at Gen Con and the hints were presented on cards, but there was a GM nearby that we could ask for help, he was friendly.

I really loved the details to this puzzle when it comes to the flowers! Along with the gate!

Mini escape room where almost all the gameplay takes place on a single two-sided wall. The team is split by the wall and communication between the sides is crucial to gameplay. Managed to capture the communication-based gameplay of split-team escape rooms quite well. Puzzles and theming are fun. Not a must-play, but pretty enjoyable.

This was fun but it was super short since we do have some experience. If you are looking to test the waters in a small group before doing a full length escape room, I think this would be an easy starting place. The puzzles were unique and we enjoyed them and did not need any of the hints provided. (They are available on face down cards that you can choose to use at any point). I think we used about half the allotted time, but it was a fun quick stop and very convenient to grab dinner and go shopping in the area.