Zoe

Game 4 of 18 of Our Athens Tour - WOW. Highly impressive acting and wordless storytelling. The set and story were the point of the game, though the puzzles were (with one notable exception) well crafted and the scares were balanced VERY well by the staff. The game is designed to be “light horror” which I think would be a fair description. I would recommend this game for anyone who wants to try Athens horror from the States that wouldn’t know where to start. The sets are highly immersive, and the game has arguably the best guidance/hint system of any game I’ve played. Light is used with amazing levels of intention placed behind it to maximize its impact. The ending was INCREDIBLE, but I won’t spoil it here. This is the first game on this trip where I truly believe not playing it would mean you’ve “done Athens wrong.” This is a must play.

That was the only activity on our trip to Athens that we would personally rate even higher. It far exceeded our expectations. Look forward to an authentic experience that challenges you without being overwhelming.

6/10 Oh boy, I must have played a different game than everyone else who gave this room such a positive review. I didn’t think this was fun at all! In most escape rooms you are free to explore the space and interact with free moving objects. Not in ZOE. ZOE makes sure to immediately tell you not to touch very obvious puzzle pieces once you place your fingers on them. You are not free to explore nor think for that matter. And “thinking” won’t do you much good here. The puzzles are so dumb and nonsensical that when you get the answer you are left with an empty, dissatisfied feeling. Not to mention some of the puzzles aren’t even fun. They are laborious, almost impossible thanks to constant strobe lights and low light. The story doesn’t really make sense and the set design feels out of place is some spaces. There will be cutscenes that come out of no where, interrupting your momentum, leaving you confused and bewildered on what just happened. At some point, the game master will be in the room with you. Not for any particular reason. Just standing there, watching you try to solve one of the stupidest puzzles you will have the pleasure of attempting in Athens. Why do so many people give this room raving reviews? Beats me. How this ended up on TERPECA’s top 100? I have no idea. Are TERPECA rankings broken? In my opinion yes, but that’s for you to decide. But I’m just some random person who plays escape rooms. So what do I know?

the four of us had a great time the sets were cinematic the story made sense i liked the ending

The story was really unique, which I find is rare in horror escape rooms. I really appreciated the dedication by the actors who kept it scary throughout with some jumps and a lot of beautifully done scenes. Some of the scenes had special effects that really wow. The experience also moved through several different environments, which added variety and interest. The creators did a great job on the sets and in developing a truly immersive event. Highly recommend that you check out this newer game in Athens.

The story was really good. Music can be a bit loud. Beautiful set and good acting.