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Fate of the Fairytales might be the favorite escape room I have done in the fantasy genre. I have done many that are glorified number lock rooms with whimsical theming. Here, the puzzles are magical, intuitive and tactile. The high tech parts of them make it extremely fun and feel like you are casting spells, mixing potions, battling creatures, etc. it’s not a huge space, but the space they have they make the most of.
Gameplay
This rooms shines here! I love that the puzzles involve magical items. It’s so much more satisfying to use fairytale items, magic wands and potions than a number lock in this kind of room.
Atmosphere
Good lighting and I don’t think it’s a spoiler cuz it’s on their website, but they have an animatronic dragon in the room with you the whole time!
Customer service
HOC customer service is highly known in the community, and always delivers.
Particularly interesting or different
Yes
Again, have to stress their attention to detail using props and magic items, it is so satisfying and brings you into the immersive experience.
Story
The room’s story right now is pretty simple, but the owners gave me a sneak peak at the pre-show they are making and it’s
Difficulty
Hard
Some puzzles you can tell are there more for novelty, but it’s very satisfying to do. Some are pretty challenging though.
Game tech
High tech
Like I said. The “magic” in this room is unlike anything I’ve played in Omaha.
Ideal number of players
3
Scary
Not scary
Minimum age
Little kids will love this room too much. Lots of neat stuff in here that it may distract the adults, but I’d say 8+
Was anything broken?
No
Live actors
Yes
Kind of? I’m pretty sure the dragon was a live actor talking too us!
Physically active
Somewhat
It’s very accessible, but be prepared to hold a lot of props and items that may require a little bit of strength.
Accessibility
You could definitely put a wheel chair in the room, but some of the props can be rather heavy.
Easy to find location
Yes
Parking
Easy
Safety
Yes
