The Antiquary's Heritage - Trip Trap
- A Couple Escapes
- Aug 16
- 2 min read
Overall Rating: 8.1
Location | Geneva, Switzerland |
Date Played | July 30, 2025 |
Team Sizes | 2-5 players; recommend 2-3 |
Duration | 60 minutes |
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Set & Atmosphere – 9
The room is packed with antiques and props that instantly create a mysterious atmosphere. Dim lighting and ambient sounds amplify the mood, giving it a bit of a Jumanji vibe. The opening sequence is amusing with a great reveal. The attention to detail in integrating old locks and antiques into working, reactive puzzles is outstanding. Everything feels authentic, aged, and magical.
Story & Immersion – 7.5
The narrative isn’t too heavy - more of a classic “cursed object” backdrop than a driven story. You’ll find journals and exposition from the GM, but most of the immersion comes from the room’s aesthetics and puzzle integration. That said, the atmosphere sells the setting, and the world feels consistent throughout.
Puzzles & Mechanics – 8
One of the most enjoyable aspects here is identifying which props are actually useful. With so many antiques around, the puzzles test not just logic, but also your ability to filter signal from noise. Many puzzles are visual, skill-based, or coordination-focused, and it’s impressive how well the props are adapted into functional mechanics. Nothing felt wildly difficult, but everything was satisfying.
Flow – 8
The puzzle structure offers good parallelism, making it ideal for 2–3 players. Five would be too many but with a small team, everyone stays engaged. Progression felt smooth with only a few moments where we weren’t sure of reasoning beyond a “shape fits here” kind of logic. The dim lighting also made it hard to work at times. Still, the room’s design kept us moving forward without major stalls.
Verdict – 8.1
The Antiquary’s Heritage is a solid, atmospheric escape with beautiful integration of antiques, reactive props, and immersive ambiance. It’s less fantastical than Trip Trap’s Aunt Hilda’s Room or The House of Uncle Cornelius, but the creativity in set design and puzzle variety makes it a delightful adventure especially for small teams who enjoy visual and tactile challenges.
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