LOCATION: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Photo above is property of A/MAZE Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers 📝   ETR DECODER 🔑 GAME : Infected 📅 DATE PLAYED : September 20, 2025 🎬 GENRE : Thriller, Zombies 🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 4 Players) : 8/10 👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS : 2-6 ppl 🕒 LENGTH OF TIME : 60 Mins. 💰 PRICE : CAD $40/ pp (pending on group size) ☎️ BOOKING TYPE : Private 🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED? : Yes [43:00] 📖 THE STORY What began as a medical breakthrough has become a nightmare beyond containment. A rogue scientist’s experiment to cure disease has unleashed a deadly virus, transforming victims into mindless hosts. Trapped in a secret underground lab, you and your team must navigate through quarantined zones, gather antidote samples, and contain the outbreak before it escapes into the city above. Humanity’s fate rests on your ability to outwit the infection — and your own fear. 🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE We really appreciated that A/MAZE took the zombie theme and enhanced it with a detailed backstory, presented through a video news story and woven into the current narrative. This wasn’t the typical “run from zombies” or “find a cure in a generic lab” scenario. The plot felt focused, refined, and directed toward our own team goal: working on Patient Zero to reverse the virus and find a cure for the failed experiment. The implementation of the zombie was clever and thoughtful. While there’s no actor, a large box with a TV screen shows Patient 0, who occasionally appears for jump-scare moments but also reflects our progress. Subtle changes in his appearance made it gradually clear that our efforts were having an effect, which added an extra layer of satisfaction and immersion. The central box is a smartly designed device that dominates the room. It contains Patient 0, delivers occasional special effects, and hosts several key challenges that the team must complete. Its presence keeps attention focused and creates a dynamic centerpiece for the gameplay. The puzzles themselves are diverse and engaging, covering searching and observation, dexterity and timing, logic and deduction, as well as teamwork and communication. Many challenges allow the team to split up and tackle tasks simultaneously, making the experience dynamic and interactive. Almost everything felt tied into the theme, enhancing immersion and keeping momentum high. 🧩 MISSED THE MARK There weren’t major issues that impacted our enjoyment, but we noticed a few minor points: one puzzle had an English translation error, mixing up instructions to use a keypad versus a keyboard (both present in the room), and another had slightly unclear symbols. These are minor issues, but fixing them would improve clarity for future teams. 🏹 TAKE A SHOT? "Infected " is a challenging escape room and not ideal for beginners. Before our run, no team had completed it without hints — we were not only the first but also the fastest, setting two records! Many teams require extra time, so expect a demanding experience. Despite the difficulty, it’s an incredibly rewarding and enjoyable room, testing your mind, teamwork, and attention to detail. ℹ️    ADDITIONAL INFO There is no parking available on site. There are some available spots on the surrounding residential streets. There are also good bus links to this location. There is a lobby area with comfortable seating and secure lockers for your belongings. Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers (If you do decide to try this game, give us a shoutout or tag us on social media so we know you heard it from " ESCAPETHEROOMers "!) Disclosure : We thank A/MAZE for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever. #RyanDriver #IRLescaperoom #EscapeRooms #Thriller #Zombies #AMAZE #Montreal #Canada

LOCATION: Hamilton Township, New Jersey, USA Photo above is property of Cloak & Dagger Escape Rooms Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers 📝   ETR DECODER 🔑 GAME : Game of Stones 📅 DATE PLAYED : September 19, 2025 🎬 GENRE : Medieval, Adventure 🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl) : 4.5/10 👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS : 2-10 ppl 🕒 LENGTH OF TIME : 60 Mins. 💰 PRICE : $34.99/ pp ☎️ BOOKING TYPE : Private 🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED? : Yes 📖 THE STORY The Night King took the Queen’s Dragon's Golden Egg and concealed it within the northern walls of his castle using dark magic. Despite numerous efforts, no one has managed to recover it. You have one hour to return the Golden Egg to the Queen, or the dragon will destroy the kingdom. Act quickly to avert disaster! Video above is property of ESCAPETHEROOMers 🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE Upon entering the room, the decor immediately transported us to a medieval castle. Ancient stones, swords, and dragon posters surrounded us, while the lighting added to the mysterious atmosphere. We encountered some reading material in the room, which, although brief, provided a compelling backstory about the various kingdoms and dragons. It perfectly complemented the theme. The puzzles varied in difficulty, with some relying on memory and others presenting more challenging logic problems. The triggers to open different realms were fun, each offering a unique and cleverly concealed mechanism. The game's objective was clear, and we knew exactly what we needed to collect to achieve final victory. The ending was highly satisfying as we secured our freedom and the Golden Egg! 🧩 MISSED THE MARK One of the puzzles featured visual clues that seemed misaligned with the actual solution, leaving us uncertain of their purpose. A few of the props required clearer visual guidance for proper placement. 🏹 TAKE A SHOT? If you're a fan of medieval times or "Game of Thrones," you have to try this room to relive history! It's filled with dragon and house references that are a blast to connect, but don't worry—no prior knowledge of the show is necessary. Most puzzles are perfect for teamwork, except for one. We're thrilled they didn't include too many individual player puzzles, as there wasn't an easy way around them. This room is a fantastic adventure for both kids and adults, as kids often have a unique perspective that can be just what you need when you're stuck on a tricky puzzle! Are you ready for the challenge? Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers ℹ️    ADDITIONAL INFO Parking lot available Lobby with waiting area Gel Blaster laser tag paintball Axe throwing Party room available Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, an interview with the owner, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more: Video above is property of ESCAPETHEROOMers (If you do decide to try this game, give us a shoutout or tag us on social media so we know you heard it from " ESCAPETHEROOMers "! Disclosure : We thank Cloak & Dagger 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. #CiciCao #IRLescaperoom #EscapeRooms #CloakandDagger #Medieval #Adventure #GameofThrones #NewJersey #USA

LOCATION: Edison, New Jersey, USA Photo above is property of Amazing Escape Room Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers 📝   ETR DECODER 🔑 GAME : Super Plumber Brothers 📅 DATE PLAYED : September 19, 2025 🎬 GENRE : Fantasy 🧠 DIFFICULTY (Based on 2 ppl) : 9/10 👥 TOTAL # OF PLAYERS : 4-10 ppl 🕒 LENGTH OF TIME : 60 Mins 💰 PRICE : $132.00/ pp (4 ppl) ☎️ BOOKING TYPE : Private 🔓 ESCAPED/ COMPLETED? : No 📖 THE STORY The Super Plumber Brothers are in crisis as their legendary wrench, crucial for their inventions, has mysteriously disappeared. Rumors suggest a dimensional rift and a villain planning to use the wrench for chaos. The brothers need your help. Embark on a journey through a bizarre land, solve puzzles, and navigate traps to recover the wrench before time runs out. The fate of both worlds is at stake. Retrieve the wrench. Save the world! Video above is property of ESCAPETHEROOMers 🎯 HIT THE BULLSEYE We thoroughly enjoy unique escape room themes. This one is particularly captivating as it allows us to escape from the real world and into a video game universe. The decor was incredibly fun, perfectly capturing the essence of the Mario and Luigi world. Be sure to allocate time for the final room, as the urgency peaks with numerous puzzles and a ticking clock! 🧩 MISSED THE MARK The ambiance of the room needs enhancement with improved lighting and music in order to truly capture the essence of a video game world. There are a few repetitive puzzles that only one teammate can tackle, consuming significant time. Given the room's linear nature, it's crucial to minimize such puzzles. Several props require clearer indications for placement. Some clues need an aesthetic upgrade to align with the room's overall decor. The final section contains a non-linear puzzle that must be clearly sequenced to indicate the order of steps. Currently, we find it very confusing to navigate. 🏹 TAKE A SHOT? We haven't been "defeated" by a room in a long time and we can be certain that this is not due to our incompetence. Despite our high expectations for this fun-themed room, we identified several discrepancies between the visual clues, props, and the written guidance from the GM, which were all very confusing. After the game. we offered Amazing Escape Room a variety of suggestions to enhance these puzzles and clues. If they make the necessary improvements, you'll have a much better experience than we did in Super Mario Land! ℹ️ ADDITIONAL INFO Free parking lot right in front Lobby area with seating on the second floor Merchandise available for purchase Only " Tiki Treasure Boat " and " Candy World " are accessible on the 1st floor. The other games are up one flight of stairs. Photos above are property of ESCAPETHEROOMers Check out our YouTube video for a sneak peek of the location, an interview with the manager, the room(s) (no puzzle spoilers) and more: Video above is property of ESCAPETHEROOMers (If you do decide to try this game, give us a shoutout or tag us on social media so we know you heard it from " ESCAPETHEROOMers "!) Disclosure : We thank Amazing Escape Room (Edison) for comping our tickets for this game. Although complimentary admission was generously provided, it does not impact our opinion on the review whatsoever. #CiciCao #IRLescaperoom #EscapeRooms #USA #NJ #Fantasy #AmazingEscapeRoom

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