RYCO's Escape Room & Lounge - "Asylum"
- Cici Cao
- 1 day ago
- 3 min read
LOCATION: Westbury, New York, USA
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📝 ETR DECODER
🔑 GAME: Asylum
📅 DATE PLAYED: February 15, 2026
🎬 GENRE: Horror
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 5 ppl): 7/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 2-8 ppl (Ages 13+)
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 60 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $45.00/ pp (Min. 2 ppl)
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes
📖 THE STORY
The State of New York has hired you and your demolition team to demolish building 93 at the Kings Park Psychiatric Center. This building was once managed by the renowned psychiatrist Dr. Sheehan, who disappeared mysteriously over ten years ago. After setting a one-hour timer on the charges, you need to inspect the building. While ascending to the top floor, where Dr. Sheehan's office was located, you realize you're not alone. Discover the activities in the "abandoned" asylum and escape before the explosives detonate!
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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE
The Game Master excelled in setting the stage with an intriguing pregame storyline and immersing us in the unsettling atmosphere of the elevator.
The incorporation of how to input the solutions was innovative, deviating from the conventional lock and key approach.
The mechanism that transported us effectively delivered a special effect, blurring the line between reality and illusion for us.
While there weren't many jump-scare moments, those included were executed skillfully. We felt that dimmer lighting could have further enhanced the effect.
The creators structured the game like chapters in a horror TV series, with each chapter offering unique puzzles that engaged different senses. This aspect was particularly enjoyable.
🧩 MISSED THE MARK
A particular audio clue was repeated during the game. Its initial use did not seem to lead to a solution, which caused some confusion, while the second instance was relevant to solving a puzzle. Perhaps use two different songs?
A visual clue presented in the latter part of the game was unclear, as it suggested the possibility of more inputs than those actually available.
🏹 TAKE A SHOT?
When it comes to escape room set design, we absolutely love the eerie and horror themes! Even though I'm a total scaredy-cat and prefer no live actors, there's just something irresistibly thrilling about horror movies and that spine-chilling vibe that draws me in. Deep down, I'm thinking, "Are you crazy? Why would you want to step into a pitch-dark room?" But The Asylum had me hooked right from the start with its "inviting" elevator. Once you're in, there's no turning back! Having a group made it a bit easier, as everyone contributed to balancing out the scare factor. And this isn't just any scary adventure—there's an intriguing storyline woven into the asylum that unfolds as you progress. That's why we loved it so much! How do you know it's an amazing game? It's when you feel like, even after you've escaped, something has escaped with you... Do you dare to enter The Asylum?
ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO
Located within the Samanea New York Mall
Go up one flight of escalator, and the venue will be on your right
Complimentary parking is available outside the mall
The venue offers a selection of food and beverages, including alcoholic options
Lockers equipped with charging ports are available
Lobby features seating and games
The venue hosts various events such as board game nights and trivia nights. Please contact them for specific dates and times
Certain parts of this game will be played in the dark
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Disclosure: We thank RYCO's Escape Room & Lounge 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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