Mystery Manila
Mystery Manila
4.5
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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4.5
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Kyle Orven Q
1 contribution
May 2024 • Business
Went as a fun activity with workmates. The room we tried was alright, had a couple puzzles to solve, and even made it to the last one! There were a few times where we wasted a clue since we were basically told to just check again since we were on the right track. We felt that if some of the equipment worked properly we would have finished. Friendly advice: fix the interiors of your rooms before making them accessible to the public. Overall, not a bad experience.
Written June 6, 2024
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Henry C
Quezon City, Philippines2 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
We wanted to try something new. This was definitely a great idea. We solved the mystery and had the then time (54 mins) of our lives. We will be back soon to try more mystery.
Written July 22, 2018
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Thank you Henry! We hope to see you again in one of our branches.
Written July 27, 2018
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jin beryle d
1 contribution
Jan 2015 • Friends
Tried Sinister Sensorium and had so much fun with my friends! The puzzles were challenging but not impossible to solve and it was a different kind of experience overall. Definitely something you shouldn't miss doing when you're looking for something new to do aside from usual movie out or dinner out with friends. Ideally you need a team of 5 to be able to enjoy it to the fullest (at least in my opinion).
Written January 20, 2015
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Danny
2 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
The biggest mystery is how this place can have such good reviews.
This place was so lame it's not even funny.
The so called "mystery room" was just a few laminated papers with poorly designed "riddles" to solve.
The rooms lacked any forms of theme or decor apart from differently sized chairs.
No interactive objects other than a few keys and padlocks.
This "mystery room" could just as well have been done on paper without even going there.
Besides, AFTER paying and signing our lives away we were informed that we had to leave our belongings in a locker outside. Why would I trust my valuable items with their locker?
Also, they don't allow you to take photos inside except from with their own camera.
They probably put the photos on their Facebook page without the guests' permission.
A total waste of time, dignity and money!
This place was so lame it's not even funny.
The so called "mystery room" was just a few laminated papers with poorly designed "riddles" to solve.
The rooms lacked any forms of theme or decor apart from differently sized chairs.
No interactive objects other than a few keys and padlocks.
This "mystery room" could just as well have been done on paper without even going there.
Besides, AFTER paying and signing our lives away we were informed that we had to leave our belongings in a locker outside. Why would I trust my valuable items with their locker?
Also, they don't allow you to take photos inside except from with their own camera.
They probably put the photos on their Facebook page without the guests' permission.
A total waste of time, dignity and money!
Written April 1, 2024
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Stephen S
Los Angeles, CA473 contributions
Sep 2015 • Friends
This was the most pathetic escape room I have been to. They have 3 here, we tried two. It is cheap and you can actually bargain, I guess they aren't usually booked, no one else came in the over 2 hours we were there.
Rooms are very very small and you mainly spend time searching for tiny clues instead of using critical thinking.
The ghost room is dark and you only get a flashlight so I would suggest only bringing 2 people here... and it's small.
Rooms are very very small and you mainly spend time searching for tiny clues instead of using critical thinking.
The ghost room is dark and you only get a flashlight so I would suggest only bringing 2 people here... and it's small.
Written November 14, 2015
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Ozy A
4 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
I tried two rooms. Both were puzzles of finding the code then opening a lock with the code. There was no mystery. There was no story. There was no technology. There was no escape. There was little logic to the puzzles. Mystery Manila gave me the impression in marketing of some interesting story to unfold, or special effects, or escape rooms. It has none of this. The staff look uninterested and struggle to find any enthusiasm. Just opening locks with a number or word puzzle. At the price they charge, I would call the place a scam.
Written July 21, 2019
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charlesbaygon
Boston, MA14 contributions
Jan 2017
First time to do a Mystery Room experience. We weren't sure what to expect. Our Mystery was well designed and scary (the doll one) and it required unlocking tons of padlocks. In the end it was fun but the price was a bit much for 60 minutes. I understand if you need a certain amount of time to reorganize the room for the next group and over 60 minutes is not possible so I'd suggest a lower price. I'd also suggest the option for the players to know their progress. You get unlimited clues but we didn't want to keep asking for clues since we felt we were close to the end but it turns out we were very behind haha. Knowing our progress would give the players a better idea of when they should request a clue instead of ending the game stuck way before finish it.
Also, I see no incentive to finish quickly (just a shirt if you finish in under 30 minutes). I would offer getting to play another room if you finish that quickly (and have no added time from hints). Or getting a 50% discount for another room right then and there. Because of this we happily took our time to enjoy the experience because we didn't need a T-Shirt.
Overall, a good one time experience. If the price was less we would do it again. But it's not so we'll enjoy other entertainment options in the city.
Also, I see no incentive to finish quickly (just a shirt if you finish in under 30 minutes). I would offer getting to play another room if you finish that quickly (and have no added time from hints). Or getting a 50% discount for another room right then and there. Because of this we happily took our time to enjoy the experience because we didn't need a T-Shirt.
Overall, a good one time experience. If the price was less we would do it again. But it's not so we'll enjoy other entertainment options in the city.
Written February 3, 2017
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Hannah T
Luzon, Philippines174 contributions
Sep 2017 • Friends
Mystery Manila is a great way to spend an hour (or less if you finish fast) with friends. It's engaging and requires teamwork if you want to finish fast.
We finished the World of Wizardry Puzzle with time to spare but ran into trouble due hard to open locks. The Jupiter branch is a bit dilapidated but it felt more genuine as a mystery site than the Century Mall branch. Lots of parking in front of the building but we went there at night so be prepared to have a difficult time parking during office hours.
We finished the World of Wizardry Puzzle with time to spare but ran into trouble due hard to open locks. The Jupiter branch is a bit dilapidated but it felt more genuine as a mystery site than the Century Mall branch. Lots of parking in front of the building but we went there at night so be prepared to have a difficult time parking during office hours.
Written September 13, 2017
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MichaelBrianT
Mandaue, Philippines65 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
We went to the Century City Mall branch and tried out Mystery Manila for the first time. It was me and my best friends. We chose the Sinister Sensorium and it was such a blast. I was a bit disappointed with the design of the room as it was a bit bland, but the unique concept of the challenge and how you need teamwork made up for it. Two thumbs up for this challange. Definitely recommended.
Written April 25, 2016
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Art C
Paranaque, Philippines3 contributions
Oct 2015 • Solo
What I like about this place is the immersion value that their rooms provide. To give you a good example in what I mean, doing Rebecca's Room and Rebecca's Revenge (even in the morning) made me forget that it's broad daylight outside because of how immersive the atmosphere gets. Doing Crime of the Century, I (at one point) forgot that I was in a mall as I was scrambling to stop a bomb from going off. That should give you an idea.
There are many rooms that cater to all interests. If you love getting scared, Rebecca's Room and Rebecca's Revenge are there. For fans of fantasy, you've got Pym Particle (for Marvel fans) and World of Wizardry (for Harry Potter fans). For those who seek a challenge, Virtual Voyage is a must. Otherwise, if you're looking to have a good time with your friends, Sinister Sensorium might be fun to try out.(actually, all rooms are!)
The staff is also very friendly and very accommodating. You may ask clues if you get stuck, to make sure that you end up with smiles on your face after the game, whether you solve it or not. The booking process is easy and very convenient, and the personnel really get involved with the discussion involved during the debriefing phase (which shows their passion and involvement in the creation of the rooms and the establishment itself).
Overall, highly recommended. Take your friends with you, and bring your team along. You'll definitely have a fun and memorable experience. :)
There are many rooms that cater to all interests. If you love getting scared, Rebecca's Room and Rebecca's Revenge are there. For fans of fantasy, you've got Pym Particle (for Marvel fans) and World of Wizardry (for Harry Potter fans). For those who seek a challenge, Virtual Voyage is a must. Otherwise, if you're looking to have a good time with your friends, Sinister Sensorium might be fun to try out.(actually, all rooms are!)
The staff is also very friendly and very accommodating. You may ask clues if you get stuck, to make sure that you end up with smiles on your face after the game, whether you solve it or not. The booking process is easy and very convenient, and the personnel really get involved with the discussion involved during the debriefing phase (which shows their passion and involvement in the creation of the rooms and the establishment itself).
Overall, highly recommended. Take your friends with you, and bring your team along. You'll definitely have a fun and memorable experience. :)
Written November 6, 2015
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can you walk in or is it required to book in advance?
Written October 31, 2018
Hi,
You may walk in but we highly suggest you reserve online to avoid any conflict in scheduling. We hope to see you soon!
Written November 1, 2018
Bonjour, peut on jouer en francais merci
Written January 7, 2017
Hi Marie Christine,
Thank you for your interest in playing Mystery Manila but right now we only have everything in English.
Written January 7, 2017
is it ok if only 2 persons will play the virtual voyage? like how difficult the puzzles are?. do you think two persons are enough to solve the mystery?.
Written November 7, 2016
They have a website. :D mysterymanila com
Written August 8, 2016
Aasha Manns
Richmond, Virginia
Hi we are a family of 7 and was wondering if there is a possibility they can add one more person to a group
Written July 12, 2015
Hi,
Sure. For you we can make an exception. Once you've booked online for 6 people, shoot us an email at info@mysterymanila so we can give you additional reminders and instructions on how to confirm your booking given the special arrangement. See you soon!
Written July 12, 2015
Black_Percy
Manila, Philippines
Can 2 rooms be booked at the same time ?
Is it possible for 2 teams to play simultaneously against each other in different rooms at the same time?
Written July 8, 2015
Hi Black_Percy,
If you want the same mystery for all groups, you have to play in batches because all our indoor rooms have only one mystery per room. The only exception is the Ticking Time Bomb at our Libis branch which is outdoor but can accommodate 3 groups with 6 people per group playing at the same time.
Written July 8, 2015
Hi Black_Percy,
I'm afraid we can only accommodate a maximum of 6 players per room.
The reason behind the limitation in players is for each of you to have the maximum experience. Having too many players inside a room will lessen the quality of the mystery solving experience. Rest assured this is applied so that our customers get to enjoy each game to the fullest.
I suggest you split your group and try to have some friendly competition with each other in terms of who can solve the mystery the fastest.
We hope you'll book with us!
Written July 8, 2015
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