Puzzle Theory - "Kraken's Revenge At Kelpstone Edge Narrows"
- Cici Cao
- Nov 22, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Dec 4, 2025
LOCATION: Middletown, Connecticut, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Kraken's Revenge at Kelpstone Edge Narrows
📅 DATE PLAYED: October 14, 2025
🎬 GENRE: Adventure
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl): 6.5/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 3-8 ppl
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $29.00/pp (depending on group size)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
Picture this: you step onto a pier near Monterey Bay, excitement bubbling in your chest. You enter the home of Captain Magnus, a legend known for his daring voyages into uncharted waters and encounters with mythical sea creatures. Some folks doubted his tales, but others believed he hid a treasure linked to these creatures. This treasure, rumored to be more than just gold and jewels, might reveal the truth behind his stories and help you escape the rising tides. How cool is that?
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
One reason we adore pirate-themed rooms is the immersive set design. It makes you feel like you're aboard an old wooden ship! This escape from reality is what draws us to play escape rooms. And let me tell you, this particular room had some unexpected surprises that you wouldn’t typically find on a standard pirate ship.
We faced a thrilling situation that required us to make a "choice" alongside our teammates. Only one or a select few would experience something distinct from the rest. Choose wisely, my friends!
While the entrances to the next stages in the game were somewhat predictable, we really appreciated the game set designer's effort. Each entrance was unique and more than just a typical door. It added a special touch!
The final puzzle? Oh boy, it was the most challenging one in the game! No amount of preparation could have helped us without all the necessary information. Conquering it was thrilling, and the urgency towards the end? Exhilarating!
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
The written clues on the props could use a little sprucing up. A different finish would align them better with the high standard of the rest of the room's set design.
From my seasoned player's perspective, some puzzles felt overly straightforward. They lacked logical connections beyond observation and trial with specific locks. However, I can see how beginner players might find this approach quite logical.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT
Get ready for an innovative storyline where you're not just playing in an escape room—you’re diving into a story that unfolds within an escape room! We encountered thrilling surprises throughout the game, leading to a truly "unexpected" ending that blew us away with its visual effects. The puzzles struck the perfect balance of challenge, making it ideal for both kids and adults. Wondering if we actually came face-to-face with a Kraken? It's time for YOU to embark on this exciting journey and set sail with Captain Magnus!
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ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Plenty of parking available
Lobby area with seating available
Merchandise available for purchase
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Disclosure: We thank Puzzle Theory 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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