PanIQ Room Boston - "Insane Asylum"
LOCATION: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Insane Asylum
📅 DATE PLAYED: September 21, 2026
🎬 GENRE: Horror
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6.5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-7 ppl (Ages 10+)
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $38.00 - $45.00/ pp (pending on group size)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
It's 1956, and you've been abducted by a covert group of scientists who are using you as a test subject in their mind control experiments. You've been confined in a padded room by doctors for several weeks...
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
From the start, we were placed in a small initial room that contained no more than padded walls and a chair, reminiscent of the setup in an insane asylum. The first clue was quite cryptic, which contributed to a prolonged feeling of confinement, akin to what one might experience in such a setting.
The puzzles seemed designed to require the mindset of a patient in an asylum. There are "tests" that challenge one's bravery and sanity, which must be overcome to achieve escape.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
The initial puzzle contains an essential clue within the introductory video, which is uncommon for players to need to focus on. If you overlooked this clue, you will need to request a hint from the Game Master. The instructions for the clue are not very clear, which could result in significant time being spent by your team. We recommend using a hint to save time.
The presence of the clue machine detracted from the immersion of the set design, as it was evidently out of place.
One of the audio clues later in the game is somewhat difficult to hear. We recommend making this announcement more distinct.
A puzzle we encountered required two participants to maneuver, with one person positioned uncomfortably for an extended period. We suggest modifying the furniture to facilitate easier access.
The finale could be more definitive, as we were uncertain it had concluded until we noticed the clock had stopped.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
This escape room concept is intriguing, as it incorporates the usual urgency of deciphering clues and finding solutions. Additionally, it introduces an element of insanity, which is executed effectively in certain aspects. While it may not have been intentional to create uncomfortable confinements for players, this aspect aligns with the theme. Smaller players or those with longer arms might have a slight advantage in one of the puzzles, but teamwork is essential for escaping this insane asylum!
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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Street meter parking or parking lot near by
Lobby with seating available
Merchandise available for sale
VR games
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Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, interview with the owner, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more:
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Disclosure: We thank PanIQ Room Boston 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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