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Live room escape games are on the rise in popularity among adventure seeking enthusiasts all around the world. If you’re unfamiliar with the premise, in a nutshell, people are locked in a room with other participants and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit. You may have one hiding in your city right under your nose, as these places tend to be located in “sketchy” areas to add to the ambiance of the experience you’re about to encounter. Well, in between a Taxidermy joint and a meat packaging warehouse is Countdown: Live Escape Games nestled in the heart of Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Nick Durst, who runs the thrilling experience gave iHorror a tour of the establishment and the rooms itself are quite impressive. In total, Countdown has three rooms for you to choose from. Each range in escape status from hard to harder, with the hardest being the SAW room at an escape rate of 21%. So bring along your thinking caps for this boys and ghouls. During my visit, my comrades and I accepted the challenge to attempt escape from The Atelophobia Room. In case you’re wondering, No. We didn’t make it out, but we sure did give it a good try! All at the same time of keeping a clean pair of underwear on as your kept on the edge of your seat with flickering lights and unexpected scares. The game really forces you to think outside of the box and work as a team with the other players if you want to make it out. In return, whether or not you succeed in doing so, it makes for a kickass experience and bonding time with family and friends. The rooms are as follows:

 

The Sherlock Room

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For the non horror fan, The Sherlock Room offers up that Holmes-Esque atmosphere that brings you Nancy Drew nostalgia. With an escape rate of 27%, better grab that Sherlock hat and pipe and be prepared to challenge yourself!

 

 

The Atelophobia Room

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So here we have something for the thrill seeker in all of us. Atelophobia is an upcoming horror movie by Joe Lujan, whom I had the pleasure to speak with about the film during my visit at Countdown. He and the actors were and STILL are very much active in making this room the best experience possible for the horror fans. Real props and costumes from the film are indeed used in the room to give it that extra edge. The escape rate is currently at 24%. Do you think you could outwit the crazed Meredith who loves to force people to take out their own eyeballs? Stay tuned to iHorror later this week for our exclusive sitdown with Lujan and actress Taylor Kilgore as we expand on Atelophobia.

 

 

The SAW Room

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There you have it. For the ultimate psycho we all have in us. The SAW room as of now has the most difficult escape rate as stated earlier. In the dimly lit room, Jigsaw’s insane game comes to life and you have sixty minutes to escape the lovely SAW inspired situations you and your loved ones may find yourself in. Just keep the bear trap off my head and the rest will work itself out.

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Nick Durst is focusing on opening another undisclosed location in the Vegas area and in the future marketing a chain brand in different cities in the US. Escape rooms will change around every six months to keep it fresh for the adventurous guests. In conclusion, if you live in the city of sin or happen to be visiting, this iHorror gal recommends you give this a try. Countdown has my horror stamp of approval and thrilling memories can be made for you and your friends. For more information on tickets and group parties click here to visit the website!

 

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

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The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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