Deadlocked Escape Rooms - "The Reading Witch"
- Cici Cao
- 21 hours ago
- 3 min read
LOCATION: Reading, United Kingdom
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: The Reading Witch
📅 DATE PLAYED: June 3, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Horror
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 4-6 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 120 Mins.
💰 PRICE: £160.00 (4 ppl), £180.00 (5 ppl), £200.00 (6 ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
Join forces with a group of TV detectives and explore the eerie forest rumored to be the home of the enigmatic Reading Witch. Unusual noises and ritualistic chants have been reported in the area, yet no one has ever returned from the cabin. Do you believe you can debunk the myths, or will you become ensnared in the witch's trap?
🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
I love the creativity involved in crafting this storyline. If someone told me I was going to play a horror witch game, I'd probably say "No way" (being the scaredy-cat that I am). But if you tell me I'm just on a TV set trying to debunk a witch rumor? I'm all in!
We have a peculiar fascination with any game involving cabins, so when we entered the forest with a creepy cabin, our eyes lit up, eager to find a way in, only to be surprised by yet another twist...
The balance between scare moments and puzzle-solving was perfect, giving players a chance to "breathe" and clear their heads when finding solutions. Once that's done, you get to enjoy a short dramatic scene just like in the movies.
The props played a unique role in the story, and we really loved the "engagement" required to unlock and reveal certain secrets with them.
We played as a duo, so we had to divide and conquer at times. There were moments where the creators intentionally designed different "encounters" for us, allowing us to share different stories with each other after the game.
The finale had a big twist that truly brought joy to our faces when we escaped.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
We thoroughly enjoyed this game. The only suggestion we might have is to challenge yourself to create an even longer version...Too soon?
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
This game is absolutely is a step up compared to all the other Deadlocked Escape Rooms we've experienced! From the incredible set design to the captivating storyline, the inclusion of real-life actors, stunning special effects, and mind-bending puzzles, we were completely immersed! Normally, I'm not a huge fan of horror because I either end up being chased or become too scared to concentrate on solving puzzles. But this game nailed it, offering those suspenseful moments like in a scary movie where you expect something to happen, but nothing does—until the unexpected takes you by surprise. It's an exhilarating adventure, and if you're even a tad curious about the world of witchcraft, it's absolutely worth the trip to Reading, UK, to dive into this fun and thrilling escapade. Plus, who wouldn't want the chance to be famous on a TV show set? You might even bump into an A-list celebrity or two on set...
ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Free parking for customers.
The escape room is located down one flight of stairs.
Small lobby with seating
Minor crawling is required
Live actor
"Sensory friendly" and lower player count available by request. 18+/Parental Advisory
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Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, an interview with the owners, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more:
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Disclosure: We thank Deadlocked Escape Rooms for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion of the review whatsoever.
