Its 1930’s New York. A Back Street Barber Shop has been under surveillance by the New York Police Department for a number of weeks. Strange opening hours, unusual clientele, missing police officers. Something doesn’t add up. Is there more to this Shop than meets the eye?
Your Goal – Enter the Shop, unravel the mysteries held within and return undetected with the evidence. Have you got what it takes?
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Played: 24 Jun 2023Team size: 2Time taken: 59:31Outcome: Successful escape!
originalstory-drivenfaded puzzles
Great room, original fun theming. Some puzzles a touch illogical, a little bit of fading makes for some frustration in puzzles where you have to read letters/numbers.
Two clever puzzles using the props especially well, make for a breath of fresh air.
A strong set with authentic props made this feel immersive but puzzles felt a bit dated. Found the franksy puzzles very logical where as we needed a few more nudges in here despite this being an easier room apparently. Liked the theme and ideas though
My partner loved this game. I thought it was a little plain. But that is comparing it to other games by U-escape they have Fansky which is in my top 3 games ever!
Really enjoyed the amazing quality of props and set design in this game, and the way in which it unfolded. There were a couple of puzzles that we solved but didn't quite realise we'd unlocked something else - but the gamesmaster helped direct us to the relevant sections. Obviously a well-experienced and passionate owner too - will be back to check out the other games
Had a great experience with this game, owner is GM and passionate about ERs in general, so we had a nice chat before and after. Excellently themed in terms of props and how puzzles fit into the game with a lot of attention to detail. We had a fun time working through the space, and although not the hardest room we have done, perhaps this reflects the logical way the puzzles have been set up and we certainly enjoyed ourselves. Would recommend if in the area and would visit for other games if back.
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The Barber Shop Mystery was a pleasure to play, with a lovingly crafted set and thoroughly pleasing puzzles. Of the games at U-Escape this is the one most suited for larger teams, but really, it’s great for everyone!
