The Virus presented by Get the F Out
Los Angeles Downtown, California
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Los Angeles Downtown, California
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277 customer reviews
nisha b.
So much fun, great location, parking right infornt of building!! Little smaller than what I expected, but overall fun, and challenging!!
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frank mohler
The Experiment was my 142nd escape room, and we had an absolute blast. Lots of clever puzzles (even some that I’ve not seen before, which is rare), and a really fun somewhat meta theming. Definitely check out this one if you get a chance.I’ve also done The Virus, but it was at their original Burbank location. It’s great, too.Beyond that, they have occasional offsite escape experiences where they set up at a bar and do a really fun Speakeasy and Westworld (um, I mean, “Frontierland”) themed interactive puzzle based escape theatre.Anyway, check them out. And if you get to meet Bob, say hi. He’s a hoot! More...
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Jennie L.
We had a great time. Found a Groupon for The Virus and although humanity could not rely on us tonight to save them we sure had a good time trying. The puzzles were great, our host/guard Josh was terrific. I would highly recommend this escape room. We carpooled because I read comments about the sketch area, but the security guard watching our car put our minds at ease so we could just have fun. We are new to escape rooms (our 2nd, our friends 1st) which was probably why we didn't make it through without being incinerated, but after we get some more under our belt we will be back to take on The Experiment. The pregame VR was fun too. My only advice is to bring a group that's manageable. More than 4 and you could be bumping into each other. We learned a lot of things for our next escape room. Go ahead and do it. You will not regret it. More...
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Rosalie Ngo
Its kinda cool
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Matthew C.
With "THE EXPERIMENT", Matt the "ESCAPE MATTSTER" now has an official room count of: 72!- THE 10-SECOND QUICKIE VERSION -A meta, family-friendly, after-school special vibe escape room with minor plot twists. Actual theme to be discovered in game. Puzzles are widely varied, mostly gen 1 based, and enjoyable across the board. Clever use of space, lighting, and props will open even some enthusiasts' eyes. A tepidly difficult challenge that ends with a promised juice treat.- NOW... THE SIGNATURE DETAILED VERSION -You know how "Scream" defines the term "meta" for the horror genre? It discusses its common film tropes, pokes fun at its predictable conventions, and all the while being the very subject it is referencing--a scary movie. Well, "The Experiment" aims to fill the same shoes in the escape room universe.Professor Elias wants to know just why the "escape room" fad's got countless people spellbound. Enthusiasts of all ages, male and female, all are encouraged to participate in this psychological social study. He'll even entice you with juice!The dilemma with this sort of cryptic premise is that you rarely know what you're signing up for. What's the actual theme? Is it scary? The official site shows an anatomy drawing of a brain. So perhaps a biologist gone mad? None of the existing Yelp reviews (at the time) gave any definite clue, either--my brain therefore ran wild speculating.Came game day, I went in with a super-heightened expectation, and subsequently, the actual story fell a bit flat for me.To avoid potentially the same happening to you, I'll do everyone a solid; here's what you can expect: it is NOT science based, a departure from the company's other offering, "The Virus". It is NOT scary, though there are elements of suspense and mildly dark tones. Finally, there are minor plot twist(s), but it's more accurate to think of them as plausible story developments. (And don't forget the meta theme.)All in all, I felt like "The Experiment" invoked more of an after-school special vibe--after conflicts came resolutions, a happy ending for all. (Well, for us anyway, because we got out with ease.)Though I wasn't entirely swept away with the plot, it WAS still a concept you won't encounter often in this industry.More importantly, "The Experiment" still made quite the delightful Saturday morning outing for my team. With the help of a promo discount, we received way more value than our admission, especially for my friend, who praised "The Experiment" as one the more immersive games she's tried.I, too, agree that there were areas this room really shined through.For starters, the beginning parts of the game was constructed around the the architecture and the layout of the building, and thereby used up every nook and cranny of its structure. The owner basically transformed some dead space into part of the journey. Not bad.Next, the creator knows the overall game design still leans moderately more towards gen 1 inputs, ie traditional locks, so he made sure there is a wide array of puzzle formats to keep things from being stale. Calmly reflecting back now, this game really took out every weapon in the arsenal. There was just so much variety, something that I didn't fully appreciate under the time crunch. (And, oh, the outright deceptions!)(Of note, you won't be just dealing with locks. There was a handful of tech components, or gen 2 elements, involved, too.)Truly, we four walked away having experienced what we had never encountered in other venues. Notably, we also learned about the power of strategic lighting in escape room design. And who knew you-know-what is not just good for eating?Perhaps the only drawback, or advantage depending on perspective, was that the challenges were too easy. I hardly struggled over any given puzzle, and we escaped at a respectable speed without any hint. We even snagged ourselves the bonus prize by completing the bonus challenge.We walked away completely victorious, and yet secretly, I as a seasoned player yearned for more. On the flip side, this also effectively confirms that "The Experiment" really does welcome participants of all ages, from beginners to experts.And yes, as promised, juice was served!- FOOTNOTES -Reviews for other games from this venue, if available, can be found below in "Previous Review". (See below for "THE VIRUS".)Due to text limit, this review is possibly condensed. DM me for more detailed insights, game recommendations, or just to get in touch! More...
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Brenda Ramirez
Fun!
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Karin M.
My group of 4 escaped The Experiment and look forward to doing The Virus this Saturday. The detail in the rooms is spectacular and the puzzles are a good balance of difficult while still engaging. We loved our game masters and overall couldn't be happier with the experience. More...
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Poison Princess
Great place fun room. We escaped!
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Carrie L.
Update:We went back to do the Experiment room and I would have to say it's my favorite out of the two experiences. It was more immersive and puzzles were more challenging. Overall, this is a great escape room establishment and definitely recommended. More...
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Daryn Danan
An amazing place! Our group did "The Experiment" and it is definitely a room to try! The puzzles are challenging enough, and the immersion is pretty good! Our game master could have been a bit more enthusiastic though, but he was still nice and awesome! We also were one of the last groups late at night to do the room, so he was probably tired as well. All in all, this is a place still worth to check out! More...
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Kat Villa
Bob Was a Great Host To Hannah and Sam
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Sam P.
Bob (the host and owner) was amazing! Made the whole experience go to the next level! Loved all the challenges and was surprised I made it though with only 30 seconds to go! Really recommend trying out the virus! More...
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Carrie L.
First time doing an escape room and it was a blast. Our game master made the whole experience more enjoyable. Puzzles were the good challenging kind. My only complaint is that the VR headset in the room was not functional. More...
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Jarenn N.
Super fun! We did the Experiment as a group of 4 and we escaped with about 13 minutes left! So we got to drink the juice too! Our group was made of some people who had done 1-2 escape rooms and some who've done 20.Challenging, very interactive, strong story line, and great service.We went on a Saturday night around 8pm and there was TONS of free parking. So much that we actually were thinking, are we safe to park our cars here? Luckily there were a lot of spots right in front so we could see our car.Rating 4/5 for now because I want to try the other room to see if it's just as good. Also no AC so it's a little warmer but there are fans and cubbies if you want to remove some layers before you start. More...
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Chelsea C.
I had heard about escape rooms and was a little nervous but this was amazing! I would recommend going with a diverse group of people who bring different skill sets. It will help! The narrator guy made the experience so awesome. He was really into it which made us feel like we were really in a situation. Don't bring to much stuff with you because you have to leave everything in a locked lockers outside the room. Lastly when your in the escape room, you do get help if you absolute need it. They don't just leave you. In the end, we saved the world from a deadly virus. You're welcome More...
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angela t.
TLDR: This escape room is awesome. It has a little bit of everything (all sorts of puzzles and excellent production value)! You even have the game master (GM) in the room with you so he can track who does what within the room.Credentials:I've done 35+ escape rooms across the country, mostly concentrated in Los Angeles, San Diego and SF. I've seen both ends of the spectrum for escape rooms. I've encountered lazy (or non-existent) GMs, props that broke in my hand, locks and doors that were never properly reset, etc and I've had some of the most amazing sets where you feel like you are actually walking on Mars or trapped in an insane asylum or speaking to the dead. Overall Score: 5/5Breakdown of Score:Staff: 6/5 (is this possible?)Our GM was Bob. I am pretty sure that Bob owns the branch (possible all of GTFO?). He was amazing. He was in the room with us and really sold the character he was supposed to play. If you could request Bob, I highly suggest doing so. Puzzles: 5/5Puzzles, on puzzles, within puzzles, on top of puzzles! This room hit all the sweet spots. There were audio clues, visual clues, colors, numbers, clues that lead to new clues and that to bigger clues, liquids and CANDY? Really the whole shabang. I won't give anything away, but this room was so good at making sure you stayed on track and never got bored. There were puzzles and clues coming at you from every direction.Production Value: 5/5Solid 5/5 for this room. Not only did you get the fun intro from your GM, but there were some excellent visual effects, clearly well maintained and extremely customized puzzle pieces and props -AND- a bunch of automation that triggered flawlessly from across the room. If you are a sucker for a good movie set, this is a room for you. PS - A component broke (specifically for me, not my team) at the beginning (during the explainer) but even with that ding, it was still an excellent room. Story: 4/5 Pretty standard for an escape room. Basically end of the world type of virus breaks out and you need to get out of the lab by doing X,Y,Z. I won't give out the details but I will say GTFO has really taken a basic story and made it their own. I don't think I will do another virus/epidemic escape room and NOT compare it to GTFO.Bonus things!? - Just to add, there is even a bonus puzzle on all of the ridiculous amount of puzzles in this room. If you get it, you get a prize! (PS - We got the prize!) More...
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Christine M.
Loved it! Great time with friends for my boyfriend's birthday. We had a group of eight people and I recommend anywhere from 4 to 8 for this particular escape room.
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Jenny P.
Found the escape room on Yelp and it was my first time doing one! Not very big inside but very well thought out with a nice VR component in the beginning to really set the mood. The employees were welcoming and in character which made the experience even more fun! The problems were challenging and stimulating ! The bonus prize was also a nice touch and was great motivation!! More...
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Ken B.
Did both rooms on a Sunday with four of my wacko buddies. Failed miserably with The Experiment but got through Virus with minutes to spare. Especially enjoyed Game Master Julie who serenaded us through The Virus, spending much of her valuable time alongside us throughout. Patient, warm hearted and so sweet, we all couldn't shut up on the drive home about how much she added to the experience. Had we not been so high afterwards (a completely natural one, I assure you) we would have demanded to give her a hug on the way out. Don't miss both of these rooms. You'll have a blast. More...
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Andrew McCallum
We did the virus and then the experiment. Both were fantastic and I would highly recommend them both to anyone looking at doing an escape room.
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Martin M.
The Virus is definitely one my favorite rooms I've done in LA. The Virus goes to prove you don't need to be the latest room in existence to have an outstanding room. They have an amazing story paired with the experience, abundant and creative sciencey puzzles...There's just so much high quality puzzles packed into the Virus, I can't imagine how long it must take for GM's to set up a game each time. The GM's are in the room with you during the experience as well, and will nudge you in the right path if you're doing too many obviously wrong things.If you're not prone to motion sickness, there's also a really neat VR experience that serves as the introduction before starting the room. There's so much you gotta do in the Virus and to save the world from the plague and since everything is non-linear it'd be best to bring a decently-sized group of friends to accomplish the virus. Street parking is free after 6pm. Otherwise the meters are on. Try to park somewhat close to lit buildings as the location is kinda sketch. More...
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Alexis M.
TLDR: The Virus is good, but their other room, The Experiment, may be one of the best in LA. I have done both of the Get the F Out rooms-- The Experiment really should have it's own Yelp page because it is FABULOUS. I'll just review them both here:The Virus is a fun room with a solid premise, VR experience at the beginning that is very immersive, and the game master is in the room with you the whole time which is unique and enjoyable. It was also decently difficult-- my group has done over 20 rooms between us and we got out with mere seconds to spare. This room is a solid pick but honestly pales in comparison to The Experiment, the other room from Get the F Out. The Experiment immediately immerses you in the experience. You are basically a lab rat in an experiment to better understand the group dynamics of escape rooms. It is very meta, and the plot thickens as you go through. Whatever you're expecting, you're in for a surprise. The puzzles are quality and there are LOTS of them. This room is genius in both idea and execution. Our experience was filled with adrenaline and Ah-ha moments. We left incredibly hyped about the room-- it was definitely the best one we've done in Los Angeles. Warning though: it was pretty hard, and a lot of it plays on the idea of escape rooms, so you may want to have done a couple before doing this one. It is WORTH IT though. I wish I could experience this room all over again. Quick shout out to our puzzle master, Josh. He saw us through both rooms and was totally awesome. If you like escape rooms, The Experiment should be at the top of your list. More...
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Vince K.
Terrific escape room! We've played over 30 rooms, and this was one of our favorites. It was tough as a team of two, but the in-room actor gave us helpful nudges to ensure that we didn't spin our wheels too much. We loved Julie (the actor) - she had such a good sense of humor, and really added to the experience. There is a great variety of puzzles - from physical to mental. Some were easy, others were quite challenging. Many were unique - we've never seen anything like them before in any other room.Plus, the VR intro really helped set the stage for a fun time.I would definitely recommend this room to experienced escape room enthusiasts. Even beginners will have a lot of fun (but may not escape). More...
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Brian
This was my 1st escape room experience. It was awesome. The whole experience was entirely different from what I was expecting. Very entertaining. Staff was very nice. Great fun More...
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Amanda F
This was our first escape room. It was a lot of fun however I do have a couple complaints: The rooms were very dark and with my vision it made a lot of the clues almost impossible to see. Several of the clues are spoken over speakers which are muffled and hard to hear. We got hung up on elements that probably could have been avoided with slightly better lighting and clearer voice instructions. We still had a fun immersive experience. More...
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Stephen Glouberman
Just did The Experiment. So clever and so awesome. Probably the most unique escape room I've ever done. It was the story that set this apart from any other room. Mind blown.
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Dorothy Adhiambo
It was my first time at this escape room. Initially I was a little apprehensive but l totally had a blast. A Must visit!!!!!
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Rose Meiri
We did The Experiment room. It is very well made, incredibly clever, with puzzles we'd never seen before. Would highly recommend.
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Joshua P.
This is one of my favorite rooms that I've done! When I did the virus, it was my 30th room and it was outstanding! There were elements in the room that truly stood above every other room that I had done leading to the virus. I do not want to give any specifics but the game was AWESOME. Great puzzles, great atmosphere, great flow, but most importantly, the game was fun! We didn't escape and it's still one of my favorite escape rooms I've been in. Fast forward to last weekend. I have now done around 90 rooms and got the chance to try out The Experiment. OH MY GOODNESS!!! The creators truly stepped it up and did not disappoint! They are very vague about the details of this room, and for good reason. I will respect that and not give anything away. What I will say is that this is a phenomenal room with mind blowing puzzles and an amazing story. Both rooms here are immaculate and I wish they would build more!! More...
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Roe S.
We've done dozens and this one is fantastic! Creative new elements I've never seen before (VR Intro), and a clever and efficient use of a relatively small space. The puzzles were plentiful, clever, and satisfying. Only one problem we encountered was that the VR intro didn't work for one person and took some time to set up. Other than that minor glitch, this is a highly highly recommended room. Oh, and we brought a couple younger (10 year olds) kids with us and they enjoyed it thoroughly and were able to participate and contribute, so good for kids too. We had the whole room so they let us do that, so probably the 13 year old age limit may be for the benefit of mixed groups. More...
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Kristen P.
I just finished The Experiment with my husband. It is our 2nd time here at this company. It was way beyond both our expectations. First, the biggest standout to me was the GM/owner....SUPER outgoing, hilarious and played the part of "scientist host" to a T. Next, the set design and puzzles were incredible. Without giving anything away, be prepared to communicate with your group, use items in very unique ways and be intrigued by impressively original puzzles. Their set designs felt so authentic and made you feel like you were an actual part of the storyline. There were so many surprising a-ha moments, I lost count. I definitely would recommend this place for a group of 2 to 6--a fun way to spend time with friends or family. Definitely a must do escape room you need to check out if you're in the area. And lastly, a slow clap round of applause for the GM, think his name is Bob...he stayed in character with his quirky, crazy professor mannerisms the whole time. It was a blast! More...
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Alexander F.
This was my second/third ever and it was honestly much better than my first. I was able to participate so much better with how well it was set up. We did both The Virus (couldnt beat) and The Experiment. Loved the stories and puzzles. Totally recommend! More...
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Jamison Z.
The Virus is an incredibly unique escape room experience, thrusting you into a government lab and giving you 60 minutes to develop a cure. With an excellent VR intro, and a live actor working in the lab along side you. Although we didn't escape, we all had an excellent time, and I would highly recommend this room to anyone.After we finished the virus we attempted their new room, The Experiment. I won't spoil anything, but the room has a very unique theme, and will definitely make you think outside the box. We actually successfully completed this room with one minute to spare. The Virus and The Experiment have cemented themselves as two of the best escape rooms in LA and it'll be incredibly difficult to find a room that will top them! More...
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Michael S.
Let me preface this review by admitting that I'm a newb when it comes to escape rooms -- this was my third, and my friend's first. (We were matched up with two strangers who had more experience.)But while I haven't done a *lot* of escape rooms, I can tell you pretty definitively that this was the *best* I've been to. There's a VR experience at the beginning that really helps kick off the story, and the puzzles themselves are challenging without being unfair. There was a real variety, too -- it felt like everybody in our group of four had multiple chances to "shine."Now... I'm not sure if I would have had the exact same experience if we'd filled in the whole room with 8 people. That seems like a *lot* for a fairly small room, and a couple of times I found myself wishing we had a little more area to lay out puzzles and whiteboards. I feel like 4 or 5 adults is probably the optimal number to tackle the room.My group was able to complete the room with an embarrassingly small amount of time to spare; we used at least two of the clues. We were not able to complete the bonus puzzle, but I liked that the option was available. The in-room GM (Josh) was great the entire time, and I liked that when the room was over, he went through the solutions that we overlooked. (In particular, there was one puzzle that we managed to "skip" and still stumble on the overall solution, so that was fun to know about.)I highly recommend the room, and some day I hope to go back to check out The Experiment. More...
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Adriana R.
This was my 71st Escape Room and it's been on our list forever. Our group of enthusiasts finally made our way Downtown to play The Virus this past weekend - they aren't located in Burbank anymore, so don't make that mistake! We had so much fun! I wish we would have known that if you book out half the room they will block out the rest of the available spots- we were paired with 2 other people and it was their 1st ever Escape Room. It ended up being fine, but we prefer to play private rooms. The VR experience at the beginning was really cool. The Virus Room allows for 8 people to play and we had 7 total, and it was kind of tight but there was PLENTY for everyone to do. There were a ton of puzzles and they were all creative and made you think. The Game Master is in the room with you and really adds to the experience. You are allowed unlimited hints, but only 3 hints if you want to escape AND survive. We only used 1 hint and escaped with about 11 minutes left and then got to solve the bonus puzzle! We had so much fun and this room definitely shot up on our list as one of our favorites. We can't wait to come back and do The Experiment! More...
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Megan Gabriel
This is one of the best escape rooms I have done!! It’s a 60 minute room but nearly a two hour experience with the prep, INCREDIBLE introduction/backstory, and debrief. One of the most fun and unique elements of the room was our host Bob who was with us in the room *in character*! It made the immersive element of the experience so good. I don’t want to give away too much but ITS GREAT!! More...
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Grayson Kempster
An amazing escape room, great puzzles, perfect for any size group, even solvable with only 2 people like my group! The host was also very fun and friendly and even helpful with the hints.
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Matthew C.
Escape with me! Follow IG: EscapeMattster ;)ROOM 70THE VIRUS / Grade: A-I'd admit that trying out The Virus had been long delayed due to some of the less positive things I've read on Yelp, though now I would like to assert that even by 2019's standard, The Virus is still a decently solid escape room with its own unique charm. Synthesizing a cure to save the world from a viral pandemic is hardly a new crisis in the world of room escapes, but here's condensed version: scientist figured out the correct formula for a virus antidote, did not want it to end up in the wrong hands, so locked away the secret through a series of intricate puzzles. But doh, he dead, now you gotta synthesize it in his spirit before the virus eats you away too!This rather simple and familiar plot line may not have the strongest pull, so this company embellished the experience with a VR intro vid to fill you in the deets before you get busy cracking codes. (With a not-so-subtle cameo from the owner, Bob, too!) While technically not necessary, the VR was a genius way to augment an otherwise limited gaming space to a much grander dimension. It made me excited, and felt more immersed in my role of world-saving chemist.As mentioned, the entire game took place over a modestly sized laboratory, with no extra room to explore. (If you prefer room to room progression, explore their other game, The Experiment.) As a result, I have two immediate thoughts: [ONE] don't overstuff your friends into 1 game, I recommend 5 at most. (Pro tip: with 4/8 spaces booked, game can become private upon request.) And [TWO] in a rather tight space, can the creators really keep us that busy in 60 lengthy minutes?Turns out, oh yeah. Not a minute flew by without frenzy, either.And the particular sequence that kicked off the hour--I knew about it, and my friend fell for it. It's always comical to push your dear mates in the face of great danger, lol. I lived for that moment.Anyhoo, having a smaller space actually worked towards the venue's advantage because they were able to furnish & decorate every inch of the room into a plausible looking lab, without a single bare corner. Furthermore, labs are naturally full of cabinets, so the lock placements (for puzzle solutions) were arranged throughout in a mostly organic way that translated into a smooth, linear game play. The overall *format* was well structured, easy to pick up, & suitable for players of all levels.The *puzzles*, themselves, however, were not exactly easy (though I was both ill and tired from work today). In any case, they occasionally stumped this group of non-beginners. We were allowed 3 hints max, and we used all 3. (And that's not counting the gentle nudges we received for free along the way.) Puzzles came in a variety of formats, some relied on pure brain work, while others were super skill based.While I found the collection of challenges enjoyable, some were questionable in my opinion. For instance, a physical puzzle we tried early on proved to be frustrating, since the control was difficult to master. Two other puzzles would grant players with prior knowledge or training an advantage, which fortunately, gave my teammates a chance to shine, though there's definite evidence of tweaking on the designer's part that attempted to level the playing field for everyone.The good news is, since there's a long roster of puzzle, you'll probably find something more to your style, and all is forgiven. Although this game was developed some years back, the creativity stood the test of time. There's a heavy usage of padlock based reveal, so this is mostly a gen 1 room, but the creators were not afraid to make use of myriad interesting tools to guide you through the journey. And precisely because there was such a variety of ideas thrown into the mix, chances are, players of all levels would still see something new, or at least more than your handful of common escape room tropes.Certain puzzles may at times appear loosely tied to the main narrative, but they did all carry an undeniable flavor of "science" (hehe!), and that won my respect and appreciation. However, they did say the original scientist wanted to keep prying hands from stealing the formula, and these eccentric puzzles most surely *almost* did the trick! (Of note, my ability to quickly navigate around a periodic table got a slight ego stroke tonight! Ahhh, chemistry, at least you're useful in escape rooms.)As I was saying, these puzzles *almost* won, but they didn't, 'cause we got out. Whoo!The inclusion of a bonus puzzle was the cherry on top of a wonderful, contagion-infested night. We were so close in winning that bonus, too!I'd like to thank Julie the gm who helped end the next potential global extinction. She doubled as an in-game actress who gave both a committed performance as a lab tech and some just-right hints to help us advance. And Bob, thanks for treating your fellow enthusiasts with such kindness, and of course, RIP. More...
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Kayla H.
After previously having negative experience here in The Virus room, the owner promptly reached out to me and offered to make my experience right. I really do appreciate the care and passion they have in making sure all customers leave happy and with a 5-star experience. We took the owner up on the offer and we ended up having such a fun time! The Experiment is a room filled with twists, turns, and puzzles we had never seen before! Having done over 70 rooms it is very rare to see new puzzles or even certain items being used in different ways, but The Experiment showed us that there are still new puzzles to be seen and there is so much more than just the regular locks and keys. We started out thinking it would be like any other escape room that we had done but about 1/3 of the way through we released this room was going to be MUCH different. There were so many "aha!" moments in this room along with moments where we stood there in awe of what we were seeing. The theming was immaculate both with set design, lighting, sound, and other effects -we felt immersed the entire time. It's very difficult to write this without hinting at any spoilers but just know: there is a lot to do in this room! We had a group of 4 and felt like it was the perfect amount, maybe even a 5th player would have been beneficial to us, but we still escaped in time! Our Game Master Josh was spectacular and he even gave us a run down of the room once we escaped, pointing out part of the storyline and even some easter eggs that we missed along the way. Josh was extremely helpful when we needed hints and we very much appreciate the time he spent talking to us afterwards.Overall, The Experiment is not a room to be missed! This story driven, plot-twist filled room bring a whole new take to the world of escape rooms. I would recommend The Experiment to both enthusiast and experienced escapers. More...
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Jay S.
Absolutely amazing!!!! This has to be the BEST escape room in Los Angeles. I went here on a date night (this place totally works for a date with a few drinks) and Josh was our host. He did an amazing job and played his part so well. I laughed and had so much fun. The experience was amazing. The activities with my date and Josh were awesome. I would highly recommend this as a first or returning escape room just make sure to have Josh has your host! Also, as always, I recommend leaving your pockets empty/no phone to have the most fun. PS if you're lucky to hear about their scavenger hunt, wow! I'm looking forward to attending their next one! Absolutely amazing ~ More...
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Yuridia V.
The best experience ever! Gary and Josh were the absolute best! I purchased a Groupon for a group of 8, and I was having issues redeeming the Groupon online. Gary was quick to response and solve the issue for me. He was so accommodating, it was so simple and love the communication. When we arrived Josh was attentive super fun and energetic. He had a great energy and it gave us such a good feeling about the escape room. He was helpful through out the entire time, we all had such a good time. Thank you to both Gary and Josh! You guys were amazing!!! More...
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Jonathan K.
BLUF: awarded among top 10 escape rooms in LA. Definitely felt like it. Staff were amazing and it was interesting to see the amount of technology being incorporated that sets itself apart from the others! CLEANLINESS: 5/5For its location and size it was surprisingly clean and well maintained.SERVICE: 5/5Staff were great. Very knowledgeable and well trained. Took ownership of the business and ensuring the customers were well trained and ready to play.COST: 5/5I dont remember the cost but it was comparable with other rooms. Call ahead. The owner was really cool about closing out the last two slots to ensure our party remained private. More...
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Matt M.
Best escape room I've been to! The host (Bob) added great energy and made the experience even better. A very clever set of puzzles, including some unique mechanisms and surprises. Heartily recommended!
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Danielle G.
Great great escape room! I did the Virus with a group of 7 friends.After getting checked in, you'll start your experience with a VR intro. The setup is well done. In theory, you can do the escape room without it. But it adds to your total experience, and I enjoyed it. It definitely sets this room apart from others. Once the game begins, you'll find yourself in a lab with several locked cabinets to open. The puzzles overall have a sequence, which I appreciate (I don't like being overwhelmed with numerous clues that seem to not connect). The puzzles also had varied difficulties, from decoding passwords to physical tasks. The room for 7 people actually felt a little crowded. It's not a very large space and there's only 2-3 tasks at a time that are actively being worked on. I think this room could be successfully done with a range of 4-6 players, depending on escape room skill. One of the highlights was having the gamemaster in the room with us. He (forgot his name, sorry!) was helpful and stayed wonderfully in character throughout our game. I liked the comedic relief that he provided. For example, we were attempting to open locks that were marked as janitorial and he reminded us we are doctors not janitors. Those things were helpful so we didn't waste time on unnecessary and irrelevant items. Other groups may not like being so closely monitored, but it honestly made the game fun. My friends and I have left other escape rooms with disappointment and a lot of questions. I love that the Virus gave us a complete and memorable experience. Highly recommend! More...
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John V.
Did the Experiment and Virus back-to-back and had a great time. The v/r intro was very cool and unique. Josh was an awesome game host.
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George L.
Hands down one of the best escape rooms I've ever played. I'm in the 100+ club and a former escape room employee, so I was absolutely thrilled to see the dedication to immersion and quality puzzles offered by this place. My girlfriend and I lost the game by a few seconds, but it's still one of the best date nights we've ever had. More...
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Samuel Y.
This was an awesome place. Did both rooms and enjoyed both of them. They nudge you if you get stuck so you wint be bored or feel like you are lost. The decor was awesome and u do feel like you are immersed in the whole experience. Definitely recommend and they have a bonus puzzle for a prize if you have the time. More...
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Stacey Hansen
1st timers... We had no idea what we were doing but we had a blast & escaped!
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Christopher M.
Our group has done over 40 escape rooms and I thoroughly enjoyed both The Virus and The Experiment.Let's start with booking and parking. Booking was easy and actually we had to rebook rooms. I've dealt with other rooms and sometimes it is quite the hassle to get the appointments shifted. So Bravo to ease of booking. Parking was ample, and close. The rooms start after 6 pm which leaves the street parking free. 5/5 for customer service. The story for both rooms were creative and the activities of both rooms fit the theme. Our host was very enthusiast and enhanced the experience. 5/5 for theme.Production value is great. Without spoiling anything there are a few cool things that I haven't seen in other escape rooms and the variations of puzzles that we were familiar with were very high quality. 5/5If you are an escape enthusiast these rooms should definitely be on your to do list. P.S. I love the lobby music. More...
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Alisher J.
Who is the best host? It's Bob! Both rooms are cool and fun to play. At times it was not easy, puzzles are interesting but overall we had a lot of fun and really enjoyed experience. Not sure if it would be the same without Bob :) p/s I think it's better to blindfold players for Virus instead of other room. More...
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