The 13th Room Escape Room — Attraction in Pomona

I've done 65 rooms now. I heard very good things about this place on yelp so my gf and I decided to book all 3 rooms back to back. If you don't want to read all this skip the other rooms and just do Chapter 2. It is absolutely amazing! I started with Sherlock Holmes. This was advertised as a 90 minute experience with 75 minutes of gameplay. The first 15 minutes was the game master describing every item we're not allowed to use force with and telling specific stories when previous guests used too much force. It was excruciating. He then started the clock and wandered awkwardly to the corner of the room. We then came to the horrid realization he was going to be there the entire time. We solved the first clue and when we went to follow it's directions our game master walked over and did it for us. In fact several moments of the game involved him manually unlocking things when we solved it. There was even a moment when he unlocked a large chest and then crawled through it first. Denying us the chance to envoy one of the only spooky moments in the game. This room seems incredibly antiquated and somehow manages to deny you everything that makes an escape room fun. I don't blame the GM for this. He was very nice and I'm sure just doing what he's trained to. Unfortunately can only give this room 1 out of 5 stars The second room we did was chapter 1. The ambiance was better as soon was we walked in. We were guests of an old hotel and our game master was the concierge. He set up the story and showed us to our room. This is very much a gen 1 escape room. When we needed a hint we literally knocked on the door and the game master walks in. Not in character he asks us what have we done so far. There is nothing that sucks the immersiveness out of a room more than the game master completely interrupting the game to play catch up with us. He could easily slip an envelope under the door. Again nothing against the GM. All in all this wasn't a bad game but it seems extremely dated considering the quality of games that are out there. I'd give it 2.5 out of 5 stars. So after these first 2 rooms we went into Chapter 2 with very low expectations. Before we even entered the building we knew this was going to be nothing like the other two. Without giving anything away, the set design, the hint system, the technology and the use of the GM was absolutely top notch. Don't even get me started on the Hellevator! This room was a proper modern horror themed escape room. There's even a bonus mission for the people who manage to finish with time left on the clock. I was excited to find out my gf and I set the record for this room!!! Easily 5 out of 5 stars. Hopefully this review motivates the owners to refurbish the other 2 rooms. Clearly they have the talent and resources to make amazing rooms. I'm looking forward to seeing what they have in store. Go do...

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing "The Invisible" at The 13th Room, an escape room that has truly set the bar high for all others to follow. After visiting numerous escape rooms in the past, I can confidently say that The 13th Room stands out as one of the best, if not the best, escape room experiences I have ever had.

From the moment you enter, the ingenuity of the puzzles is evident. The room's creators have crafted intricate challenges that not only test your intellect and problem-solving skills but also keep you engaged and excited throughout the entire experience. The puzzles are cleverly designed, and the attention to detail is remarkable.

The craftsmanship of the rooms is nothing short of stunning. The set design is immersive, creating a chillingly realistic environment that transports you into the world with many awesome tricks to simulate the Invisible element of the room. Each area is meticulously designed, making the entire experience feel incredibly authentic. It's clear that a great deal of thought and effort has gone into constructing this captivating experience.

The staff who run The 13th Room are exceptional in their ability to create a scary and fun atmosphere. They are not only friendly and welcoming but also extremely talented at setting the tone for the experience. Their passion for their craft is apparent, and they play a significant role in making this escape room one of the best in California. It's a must-see for...

BRILLIANT. CREATIVE. GENIUS. This place SETS THE BAR when it comes to escape rooms. My husband and I have been coming here for about 8 years. Even when we moved out of state, this continues to be the only place we are dedicated to. We have tried many other things. Nothing compares! The detail that is taken to come up with the story, to try new tech, to make it more than about cracking a code or unlocking locks, but also about really putting the pieces of a puzzle together while being IMMERSED in the story. Each and every time, Eddie knocks it out of the park. Each and every time, we become more and more dedicated to The 13th Room. To say we are number one fans is an understatement. Eddie, thank you for sharing your incredible gift with this world. We will see you again soon!

P.S. By the way, I swear I wrote a review some 7 to 8 years ago, but I don't see it so I am writing one again. Also, Morty app is not available for Android to leave a written review (boo!) but we were able to...