WeaknessesThe paid run video often arrives late and without proper editing. Some found the quest short and with few rooms. Sessions can have an imbalance of contact and hints: the actor either disappears or overdoes it on hard.
StrengthsStrong atmosphere: lighting, sound, and detailed sets immerse you in the story. Live contact and actor improvisation add drive. Kind administrators explain the rules and help without breaking the pace.
SecurityBefore the start you get a briefing and a radio, you can agree on taboos and contact level. There were isolated complaints about unsafe actions and props — discuss limits in advance and choose a mode that suits you.
Level of fearScary and at times rough, especially on medium and hard: jumps, chasing, close contact. Children should choose no-contact or a softer mode; formally 18+, from 10 with adults.
Actors' gameThe actors' work is the main plus: clown Egor is often noted, and Artyom, Sergey, Mikhail, Gleb, etc. are praised too. Contact is adjustable, you can add a second actor; but there are occasional complaints about rare appearances or excessive roughness on hard.
Quality of riddlesPuzzles are mostly logical and woven into the story, with interactivity and team splits. Fear and pace make it hard to focus — that's the genre's thrill. Without an actor, the run gets noticeably easier and faster; sometimes there are illogical moments or a stream of direct hints.
PlotYou end up at clown Art's show and try to escape before you become part of his performance. Circus motifs and references to the film set the tone, and the ending keeps you in suspense.
Difficulty levelMedium difficulty: newcomers are comfortable with hints, experienced players will prefer medium/hard. Pure puzzle lovers without the fear factor may find it a bit easy.
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