Amazing Escape Room (Princeton) - "Operation Deep Dive"
- Cici Cao
- 2 hours ago
- 3 min read
LOCATION: Princeton, New Jersey, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Operation Deep Dive
📅 DATE PLAYED: September 19, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Espionage, Thriller
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6.5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: Up to 10 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins
💰 PRICE: $33.00/ pp
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
Welcome to the USS Salerno, a highly classified nuclear submarine tasked with a covert operation to intercept an enemy ship transporting stolen technology. As you enter the patrol area, a concealed torpedo hits, damaging the hull and leading to system malfunctions. Navigation, propulsion, and weapons are down while an enemy destroyer closes in. With dwindling power and increasing pressure, you have just 60 minutes to restore essential systems and launch a counterattack. Success ensures the Salerno's safety; failure results in disappearing into the depths. It's a battle against time and the ocean.
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
The set design of this room represents a significant enhancement compared to Amazing Escape Room's other games. From the meticulous paintwork to the completed ceiling, it is evident that the intention was to immerse players in a real submarine environment.
The game begins with an engaging and interactive physical challenge that effectively set the tone for our experience. We appreciated the creativity of the designer in this aspect, as it immediately engaged all participants, keeping them highly attentive.
This game really needs you to pay close attention to all the little details. There’s a lot to watch and figure out as you play, and the longer you go, the more intense it gets.
The puzzles offer varying levels of difficulty, ranging from simple memory tasks to those requiring more complex deduction and logic. When played with a group, there is something to engage everyone.
The final prop was particularly surprising in its "authenticity", and we thoroughly enjoyed the operational aspect of this component.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
Enhancing the entrance with additional decoration and providing a more conclusive ending will significantly improve the game's immersion.
Clarifying certain instructions and written clues is essential for making the puzzles more understandable.
We recommend displaying text on screen for announcements to ensure all players receive the information, as verbal clues are not repeated.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
We've experienced numerous submarine-themed escape rooms, and a common approach among puzzle designers for this theme is to provide instructions for players to follow. While some players appreciate this style of gameplay, we find it to be quite suitable for beginners. However, this particular room introduced puzzles that were both more challenging and physically engaging, alongside traditional elements. With clearer wording and clues, this game could run smoothly for both beginners and seasoned escape room enthusiasts. Are you ready to defend your submarine at all costs?
ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
The entrance is located at the back of the complex
Free parking lot right in front of the location
Lobby area with seating
Merchandise available for purchase
Seats were provided for players that would rather observe than contribute
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Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, an interview with the manager, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more:
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Disclosure: We thank Amazing Escape Room (Princeton) for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever.
