Captured Escape Rooms - "Distress Signal"
LOCATION: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Distress Signal
📅 DATE PLAYED: September 25, 2026
🎬 GENRE: Adventure, Survival
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 7/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 3-8 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: CAD $34/ pp
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
Following a storm that devastates your boat, you end up stranded in a thick jungle. Luckily, an old airplane crash site nearby could be your only chance for rescue. Solve the puzzles left by the survivors and send a signal for help. Time is critical!
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
The set design initially attracted us to the room. We were impressed by the genuine airplane wreckage artfully scattered throughout a dense, lush jungle setting.
The props used were highly authentic, leaving us uncertain whether some elements of the plane were still operational.
The "search" and "rescue" process gave us the sensation of being in a real-life scenario reminiscent of the show "Lost".
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
Half of this game resembled a "search" experience, with a limited number of puzzles, which was disappointing.
There was a specific puzzle that the Game Master mentioned often required hints for many players. We believe that providing clearer guidance on where to place a particular item and how to initiate it would help reduce the need for players to use a hint.
We encountered confusion with a sound puzzle, as we were unsure about what triggered the sound and the correct order of input. We recommend offering more detailed instructions for this puzzle to assist players.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
This game is ideal for players who enjoy "search and find" activities and excel at identifying elements that can be interacted with. Enthusiasts might find this room challenging, as they are accustomed to specific clues provided by puzzle designers, rather than relying on "trial and error" methods. There is no right or wrong approach here; it simply comes down to personal preference. I believe beginners could perform exceptionally well and may even complete the game quickly. We appreciated the immersive set design, which aligns with what we hope escape experiences are all about.
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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Paid street parking available
Lobby with seating area
4th Floor of building with elevator
Boardgames for sale
Part of the “We the Enthusiasts” Escape Room Passport
Party room available
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Disclosure: We thank Captured Escape Rooms 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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