Escape room 12+
The Citadel
4.96
2 - 6 people60 minutesMedium
Company Escape Nation LTD
Medium
Not scary
Without actorsActors
EnglishGame language
Escape room awards
Finalist (2021)TERPECA
About the escape room
The year is 2321, Earths population has spread out into space. Mega-corporations have built space stations throughout the galaxy.
You have not long arrived on-board a Citadel class space station owned by the Federal Defence Union (FDU). The main function of this Citadel is scientific research and development.
The night you arrived, the stations Artificial Intelligence (AI) was beginning to malfunction. And now, only one week later, the Citadel's main power has just shutdown, and the backup generator has come online.
The doors won't open, communications don't work, and you can hear some unusual noises from other parts of the space station.
Can you escape before the backup generator goes offline and you're trapped on-board forever?
AI
Brief assessment
Navigator AIA sharp, Alien‑tinged sci‑fi escape with clever, non‑linear puzzles and a smart clue system that actually confirms correct ideas. Great hosting, tight pacing, and a satisfying race against the failing power grid.
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AI Overview
AIPlayers consistently praise the on‑theme, original puzzles and the ability to split up thanks to non‑linear design. Hosting is called excellent, with hints only when necessary and a neat verbal confirmation mechanic that prevents code‑fiddling. The room feels challenging but fair, with many teams finishing right at the buzzer. Theming and build quality get repeated thumbs‑up.
WeaknessesEarly puzzles can look intimidating before the pieces click. The endgame window is tight, which may feel stressful to some. No major recurring complaints in the reviews.
StrengthsInventive puzzles that fit the story, with subtle signposting and a mix of locks and hi‑tech. The verbal confirmation system is a standout and keeps momentum up. Strong immersion and thoughtful hosting round it out.
SecurityNo explicit safety notes in the reviews, but the operation feels professional and well briefed. Nothing suggests physical intensity beyond standard escape‑room movement.
Level of fearTense, space‑station atmosphere with Alien vibes, but it reads more thrilling than terrifying. Suitable for teens and adults who like sci‑fi without heavy horror.
Actors' gameNo live actors mentioned; interaction is via hosts and the in‑game system. Reviewers note hosts step in with concise nudges only when teams are truly stuck.
Quality of riddlesClever, fair, and clearly signposted, with room for parallel solving. There’s a balanced mix of classic locks and slick tech. The verbal confirmation of correct ideas is both novel and practical.
PlotYou’re trapped on a Citadel‑class station as the AI glitches and main power fails, racing to escape before the backup dies. Story beats surface naturally through set pieces and audio without heavy exposition.
Difficulty levelA notch tougher than average and briskly paced, ideal for groups with some experience. Newer teams can still succeed with a few timely hints.
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