A/MAZE (Hochelaga) - "Infected"

Ryan Driver
4 hours ago
3 min read

LOCATION:  Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: Infected
📅 DATE PLAYED: September 20, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Thriller, Zombies
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 4 Players): 8/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-6 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: CAD $40/ pp (pending on group size)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes [43:00]

📖 THE STORY

What began as a medical breakthrough has become a nightmare beyond containment. A rogue scientist’s experiment to cure disease has unleashed a deadly virus, transforming victims into mindless hosts. Trapped in a secret underground lab, you and your team must navigate through quarantined zones, gather antidote samples, and contain the outbreak before it escapes into the city above. Humanity’s fate rests on your ability to outwit the infection — and your own fear.

🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

We really appreciated that A/MAZE took the zombie theme and enhanced it with a detailed backstory, presented through a video news story and woven into the current narrative. This wasn’t the typical “run from zombies” or “find a cure in a generic lab” scenario. The plot felt focused, refined, and directed toward our own team goal: working on Patient Zero to reverse the virus and find a cure for the failed experiment.
The implementation of the zombie was clever and thoughtful. While there’s no actor, a large box with a TV screen shows Patient 0, who occasionally appears for jump-scare moments but also reflects our progress. Subtle changes in his appearance made it gradually clear that our efforts were having an effect, which added an extra layer of satisfaction and immersion.
The central box is a smartly designed device that dominates the room. It contains Patient 0, delivers occasional special effects, and hosts several key challenges that the team must complete. Its presence keeps attention focused and creates a dynamic centerpiece for the gameplay.
The puzzles themselves are diverse and engaging, covering searching and observation, dexterity and timing, logic and deduction, as well as teamwork and communication. Many challenges allow the team to split up and tackle tasks simultaneously, making the experience dynamic and interactive. Almost everything felt tied into the theme, enhancing immersion and keeping momentum high.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

There weren’t major issues that impacted our enjoyment, but we noticed a few minor points: one puzzle had an English translation error, mixing up instructions to use a keypad versus a keyboard (both present in the room), and another had slightly unclear symbols. These are minor issues, but fixing them would improve clarity for future teams.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

"Infected" is a challenging escape room and not ideal for beginners. Before our run, no team had completed it without hints — we were not only the first but also the fastest, setting two records! Many teams require extra time, so expect a demanding experience. Despite the difficulty, it’s an incredibly rewarding and enjoyable room, testing your mind, teamwork, and attention to detail.

ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

There is no parking available on site. There are some available spots on the surrounding residential streets. There are also good bus links to this location.
There is a lobby area with comfortable seating and secure lockers for your belongings.

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Disclosure: We thank A/MAZE for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever.