Black Cats Number One Escape Room - "Chained"

LOCATION:  Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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📝  ETR DECODER

• 🔑 GAME: Chained

• 📅 DATE PLAYED: July 4, 2024

• 🎬 GENRE: Thriller

• 🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 4/10

• 👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2 ppl

• 🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.

• 💰 PRICE: $29.00/ pp

• ☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private

• 🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

You have been bound by your sins, linked together in wicked ways. Discover each virtue to overcome the seven deadly sins that bind you in this corrupt world and maybe you might be able to escape...

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

• The plot revolved around the concept of the 7 deadly sins, and the creator had some brilliant concepts for integrating puzzles related to each sin. To escape, we had to solve them all.

• We encountered a variety of puzzle types that required us to use different tools and our senses to find the solutions.

• The challenge of being restrained (albeit in comfortable handcuffs, with the freedom to move around within limits) and having to rely only on what we could access while seated was challenging but rewarding.

• There were moments when we particularly enjoyed the visual revelations.

• The final prop provided a clever exit strategy for us to leave the room.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

• We were informed that there should have been music playing in the room, but we did not hear any. It might be necessary to investigate this issue as having music could enhance the tension of the kidnapping.

• There were a couple of puzzles in the game that we felt needed more steps to reach the final solution. Towards the end, there was one in particular where we believed the instructions on the input order could be added.

• For enthusiasts, this room might appear relatively easy, and even with the bonus puzzle, we managed to escape quickly. It could be beneficial to introduce a hard mode for experienced players with additional puzzles.

• Based on the plot, solving the bonus puzzle was supposed to reveal the perpetrator, but we never received that information.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

We have not had many opportunities to explore games specifically designed for two players. The most recent instance where we immersed ourselves in a similar activity was with "The Shed," a game that caters to up to four players. What stood out to us the most was being able to remain seated throughout the entire experience, with all the necessary clues and materials within easy reach. This setup fostered a sense of teamwork as we navigated through the challenges together. There were instances where effective communication and the sharing of information became crucial, especially when one of us overlooked a crucial detail.

The narrative centered around the 7 deadly sins, coupled with the intricately designed puzzles that tied into this theme, truly elevated our enjoyment and engagement with the game. Reflecting on our experience, it prompts the question: Would you be willing to place enough trust in your partner to the extent of being physically connected by a chain, working together to escape within the constraints of a time limit?

ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO

• Free parking lot outside of the facility

• Lobby area with some seats available

• Lockers available

• Merchandise available for purchase

• Free duckies & voodoo dolls with review write ups
  

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Disclosure: We thank Black Cats Number One Escape Room for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever.

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