There were some respectable nods to Houdini’s most famed tricks in here, creating a truly compelling environment in which to be able to actually interact with various items once belonging to this legendary master of illusions. Behind the check in desk, there are key slots for the different hotel rooms, and next to it, a chalkboard welcoming us personally into the Knickerbocker Hotel on this fateful night.Īfter stepping into the next room, we find ourselves in a lounge complete with a fireplace, a portrait of Houdini himself, a wine cabinet, and a large circular table set for what would become Bess’ final attempt to contact her dear husband from the great beyond.
The lobby itself is decorated for Halloween, with pumpkins lining the candelabras around the perimeter. A quaint concierge desk with some sitting areas are spread around. What results is a fascinating experience that allows players to see this history utilized and incorporated so well in the storyworld of Escape Artist itself, while seamlessly blending it into the broader tale of the entire Get Out! venue.Īfter traveling through time, agents step through the front doors and into the lobby of the Knickerbocker Hotel more than eighty years ago. It is clear that they have gone above and beyond in reading into the life of Harry Houdini and his relationship with his wife Bess. What really stands out with the story of Escape Artist, is that it is very well researched. Magic is such an exciting subject to tackle, however it can be a very risky one when you incorporate into an immersive experience such as an escape room.
It is up to us, on the night of the 10th anniversary of Houdini’s death, to try and find the location of the Gate Spark, and see if we are able to contact the most famous escape artist himself. Find a way to communicate with Harry and see if you can reveal his best kept secret.Īfter restoring the power of the Aeon Spark back in Egypt (as seen in our review of Get Out!’s first game, Origins – which you do not have to play first to understand this one), we are sent back to Hollywood, 1936 in order to try and recover the Gate Spark at the Knickerbocker Hotel- the very location where Harry Houdini’s widow, Bess, had attempted to communicate with him in the afterlife.
And even in death he is still the ultimate showman. I mean, there’s… other reasons too! Shut up!ĭuring his lifetime, Harry Houdini aka “The Escape Artist”, discovered a great power source that allowed him to become the greatest magician the world has ever known. No, we aren’t trying to summon the spirit of Houdini just to see if he’s a fan of Escape Authority. RATING: 5 Keys RESULT: Win REMAINING: 8:55
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