Mike Schnurr
- Jan 20, 2023
- 3 min read

Bewilder Box Escape Room - "Judgement D.A.V.E."

Updated: Apr 28

LOCATION:  Brighton, United Kingdom

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: Judgement D.A.V.E.
📅 DATE PLAYED: September 20, 2022
🎬 GENRE: Sci-Fi
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-7 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60-75 Mins.
💰 PRICE: £22-30/PP (pending on the group size)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

In Judgement D.A.V.E, players are transported to a Sci-Fi world where they must navigate through a robot-controlled station in order to escape. As they progress through the game, they will face a series of challenges and puzzles that are themed around the futuristic setting. Along the way, they will uncover the story of how the station came to be controlled by this AI and the role that they will play in humanity's future.

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

The set design in Judgement D.A.V.E. was truly excellent, creating a fully immersive and realistic experience for players. As we navigated through the game, it genuinely felt like we were on a spaceship with all of the bits and bobs one would come to expect.. The attention to detail was impressive, with every element carefully crafted to transport us into the world of the game. From the futuristic control panels to the sleek and high-tech corridors, everything felt authentic and believable.
The lighthearted tone of the room. was a standout feature that helped to keep the atmosphere fun and enjoyable throughout. Despite dealing with some potentially heavy themes, the game managed to maintain a sense of levity that made it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages. This lighthearted tone was achieved through clever writing and the incorporation of humor.
One of the standout aspects of Judgement D.A.V.E. was the dedication and performance of the game masters, while not present in the room, they truly gave it their all and were able to bring the story and characters to life in a way that was both engaging and enjoyable for players

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

While the narrator was suitable in most parts of the game, at times it felt as though we were trying to solve puzzles while important audio that was necessary later on was playing in the background. This made it difficult to focus on both the puzzles and the story bits that were added into the game.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

"Judgement D.A.V.E." was an exciting and immersive escape room experience with top-notch set design, a fun and lighthearted tone, and dedicated actors who brought the story and characters to life. The attention to detail in the set design was impressive, with every element carefully crafted to transport players into the world of the game. The lighthearted tone of the game was a standout feature that helped to keep the atmosphere fun and enjoyable throughout. The game masters were also a highlight of the experience, bringing energy and enthusiasm to their performances. While there were moments where the audio detracted from the puzzle-solving experience, overall it was an enjoyable and memorable game that left a lasting impression on players.