by Hourglass Escapes (website)
3131 Western Ave Suite 422B, WA 98121
3-6 players
Languages: EN
not on sale
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based on ratings from 12 users
combined with 5 pro reviews
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Didn't enjoy this one as much as their other two games - more of a box puzzle, and some very obvious leading from the avatar so you didn't always need to do much to solve puzzles. Nice theme, good videos
HourGlass continues to be my favourite online rooms so far.... Seph.. I mean Shep is such a cool Host/character to guide an Zoom experience! The inventory system allocates roles, which scared me, but all players can see each role and get involved.
I really enjoyed thisgame and was especially glad of Shep's help when i needed it most!
This is the first online escape room we've played that makes a real effort to allow for the members of the team to work independently, as you would if you were doing the room in person. The inventory system is set up around 6 characters, with a desk for each one that hosts different items as they are uncovered. At various points individual players can "step away" and solve particular puzzles on their desk, which definitely makes things more efficient. The puzzles were generally solid, with a good integration into the story line. Our avatar was very pleasant, and gently directed us away from some dead ends that would have wasted time. Overall a very strong integration of online elements, and a fun experience for everyone.
This was fun game, similar to their other games, and, as always, this was good value for money
Reviews by escape room review sites
Rise of the Mad Pharaoh is the latest game by Seattle’s Hourglass Escapes to be converted for avatar play. They’re perhaps best known for their Evil Dead 2 game, and as you might guess from the title this one shares a certain B-movie tone to its story, gleefully hamming it up with tongue firmly in cheek.
This game is particularly distinctive for its role-play system; I believe the venue’s other two avatar games use similar ideas but not to the extent Mad Pharaoh does. Players have a choice of s...
This game was a lot of fun and the few issues I had have likely been resolved. (They have since moved to a larger space, and have multiple versions of the game depending on your team size.) I would definitely recommend it, if for no other reason than to check out that amazing sarcophagus centerpiece. They are also offering a remote version of the game, so now might be a great time to try it, especially if you’re not in the Seattle area.
Rise of the Mad Pharaoh brought the digital game category to another level for us. The funny puns in the intro and end video (narrated by Yuri Lowenthal, the voice of Peter Parker and Spiderman), the user friendly interface, the cooperative element in puzzle design really made this game stand out from the rest. For the price, I would recommend this game in a heart beat. Are you ready to embark on this adventure?
You and a team of 6 intrepid explorers find yourself in a mysterious room in the Seattle Archaeological Antiquities division. In the centre of the room a sarcophagus… Locked! Of course.