Mike Schnurr
- Feb 24, 2023
- 2 min read

The Gate Escape - "The Observatory"

Updated: Apr 12

LOCATION:  Leominster, Massachusetts, USA

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📝 ETR DECODER

🔑 GAME: The Observatory
📅 DATE PLAYED: May 28. 2022
🎬 GENRE: Sci-Fi
🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 4 ppl): 8/10
👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS: 4-6PPL (Ages 13+)
🕒 LENGTH OF TIME: 90 Mins.
💰 PRICE: $33/PP
☎️ BOOKING TYPE: Private
🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED?: Yes

📖 THE STORY

A scientist named Dr. E.R. Bridge is about to give a worldwide press conference about his amazing discovery. However, his assistant is missing and his presentation notes are nowhere to be found. With only 90 minutes left until the conference, Dr. Bridge is in danger of being humiliated in front of the entire world's scientific community. His rival seems to be behind the missing notes and the race is on to save Dr. Bridge from embarrassment.

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🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE

"The Observatory" is an ideal room for seasoned puzzle solvers looking for a challenging game. With a wide range of conundrums that test physical, logical and observational skills, players are sure to be challenged and entertained.
The game features top-notch set design and clever reveals that will leave players in awe. To fully appreciate the game, pay close attention to how objects move during the play.
The hospitality of the game masters and the owner was outstanding. They treated guests with the utmost professionalism and kindness, guiding them through the game with ease.

🧩 MISSED THE MARK

The storyline serves as an introduction to the game and sets the stage. The objective of finding the presentation notes takes players on a captivating puzzle-solving journey without many plot twists, but compensates with a series of well-designed and challenging puzzles.

🏹 TAKE A SHOT?

The escape room design for "The Observatory" is unique and unparalleled compared to other venues. The challenging puzzles and innovative set design offer a captivating experience for enthusiasts. This game is a journey of solving puzzles to save the presentation notes and assistant, and although it may not have a strong narrative, the clever puzzles and impressive set design more than make up for it, leaving many players eager to play again.