Lockhill: Chapel & Catacombs

Lockhill: Παρεκκλήσι & Κατακόμβες

By | July 19, 2021

by Lockhill (website)

Averof 30, Nea Ionia 14232

Athens

2-8 players

Languages: EN, EL

Winner of a 2023 TERPECA awardWinner of a 2022 TERPECA awardWinner of a 2021 TERPECA award130 mins

"This is the only place of worship in Lockhill. Even though it is supposed to be a place of peace and quiet, my skin crawls whenever I go near it. Maybe its just the catacombs next to it, or maybe its something else..." 

                                                    - Excerpt  from the diary of

                                                                   Professor Nathan Jones

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Rated 5 out of 5

based on ratings from 13 users
combined with 5 pro reviews

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matt_keds expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Played: 1 Nov 2023 Team size: 2 Outcome: Successful escape!
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Jess_keds expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Team size: 2 Outcome: Successful escape!
beautifulimmersiveintense💀extreme fear

Well, the rumours are true! This is definitely the biggest and most immersive escape room I have ever played. This was the last room planned into our Athens trip so our expectations were high. As soon as you get there, you are immediately immersed in the story. I must say, the detail and effort that has gone into the build is incredible. I just wish that more of the story took place in the ‘village’ as this alone would have also been spectacular. I could’ve spent hours just in that space alone. We were eased gently into the horror as we had many interactions before even beginning the ‘official’ plot. 

I should say that I am not a fan of horror rooms and it is my husband that books them into our trips. If I had it my way, we wouldn’t have booked any. But I’m so glad he did. Although I was PETRIFIED during the chapel experience, it was hard not to be impressed by the scale, detail, and beauty. There was NO place to hide in the first part which didn’t help my fear! They’ve clearly planned this very well as you’re constantly on edge. My poor husband was left to solve the first puzzle as I stood still hoping I’d see daylight once again! The role of the ‘helper’ to give hints is a great part of the story. I should mention that the character ‘William’ makes sure that you can ask to tone it down if you’re too scared. At the start I asked them to focus their energy on my husband, leaving me alone. Fair dos, it must’ve been hard as we were as a two, but they did this well. 

The puzzles are perfect as they’re quick and simple enough to complete, even when terrified! 

I should say, when they say ‘walk, don’t run’ you MUST adhere to this. During a terrifying scene, I ran, which ended in a very painful injury. I played the second hour thinking I had fractured my wrist. There are many aspects where 2 hands and two working legs are required. So having one hand completely out of action, and a very sore hip, it was very tricky. Although it was my fault by running, I would suggest that they invest in rubber matting underneath the terrain as we had a similar event in their other room where we both walked into a space and instantly almost fell over due to the complete lack of friction. This did not tar my experience as I’m still giggling picturing the GM watching me face plant the floor. It must’ve been absolutely hilarious. Nothing broken, just a lot of bruises! 

This is an experience I will never forget! 

gaia00 expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Played: 23 Sep 2022 Team size: 3
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Freddie Helmersen rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Played: March 4, 2023 Team size: 5 Outcome: Successful escape!
immersivestory-drivenintense💀extreme fear

Voted as ‘’Worlds best escaperoom 2022’’ by The Terpeca Project. Absolutely stunning experince, felt like we were the first people to ever be there, everything was in perfect condition. Felt like we were in a video game. Best escape room experience I've ever had, and probably ever will!

Anonymous expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Outcome: Successful escape!
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Jens (Bruteforce) expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Played: 16 Nov 2022 Team size: 3 Outcome: Successful escape!
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abunai expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
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abooth expert rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Team size: 2 Outcome: Successful escape!
Anonymous rated this:Rated between 50 and 50 out of 5
Team size: 4 Outcome: Successful escape!
immersivestory-drivenepic🧟terrifying

Quite simply the best escape experience I've ever had. From start to finish it's hugely immersive and grandiose. The artistry and effort that has gone into this production seems absolutely unrivalled. 

Yes, it's scary, but manageably so for most, and above all, it's an experience you will be talking about for a long time. Puzzles were satisfying and challenging which is rare for a horror game too.

🦡cipherdelic virtuoso rated this:Rated between 45 and 45 out of 5
Played: October 2022
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Anyone reading this has probably heard of Chapel & Catacombs: it’s currently the top ranked escape room in the English-speaking world, according to the illustrious TERPECA rankings. That prestige comes with a health warning: hype can kill enjoyment, and personal preferences vary wildly, so players shouldn’t let their expectations run too far out of control. That said - it’s also one hell of a game.
It’s also part four of an ongoing narrative. If you haven’t played the previous three game...
Lockhill is a company already well known for its Sanatorium game that placed really highly in TERPECA. With such reputation we clearly had high expectations for their newer game and, oh boy, they clearly delivered.
In a city full of world-class escape rooms, Chapel and Catacombs stands out and was nothing short of incredible. I guess there’s a reason why it’s currently ranked by enthusiasts as the #1 game in the world. While I hate to add to the hype if I were asked, “What should I play in Athens if I only have time for one game?” There is no question, it would be this one.
Lockhill has outdone itself with the Chapel & Catacombs room. The focus is deliberately on storytelling, so that Chapel & Catacombs can be experienced even by anxious players. The quality of the varied setting, the effects as well as the acting make this an absolute favorite game for me. Overall, our visit to Lockhill’s Chapel & Catacombs feels like exploring a complex, alien world that we were drawn deeper and deeper into.

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