moderate
60 minutes
No physical exertion required — suitable for all fitness levels
Dive into the world of Ancient Greek mythology without leaving Palmerston North. Beyond Medusa's Gate blends puzzles and teamwork in a thrilling escape room experience perfect for families and friends.
👫 Players: 2 or 4 🔓 Difficulty: Medium 🔞 Minimum Age: 10
Embark on an exhilarating adventure in a virtual re-creation of Ancient Greece! Team up with friends to escape a vast Aegean cave, solving riddles and overcoming challenges using teamwork and strategy. Choose from diverse avatars and enjoy a fully immersive experience, guided by friendly hosts. Perfect for families and first-timers!
⌛ Duration: 1 Hour 🔞 Minimum Age: 10
👫 Players: 2 or 4 🔓 Difficulty: Medium
Welcome To The Animus.
Two Or Four Players Team Up And Have 60 Minutes To Find A Way Out Of A Vast Aegean Coastal Cave Where The Legendary Ship Of The Argonauts Is Anchored. To Successfully Escape, Players Must Use Cooperative Teamwork, Problem-Solving Skills And Precise Timing To Solve Riddles And Find Their Way Out Of This Room-Scale Experience.
Players Start The Adventure By Choosing Their Avatar From Among Six Diverse Characters, And Can Customize Them With Ancient Greek Accessories.
👍 Suitable for First Timers 🚸 Child/Family Friendly
🎮 After you check in, our hosts will offer some suggestions and recommendations so we can cater your session to your interests and abilities.
🧭 We'll set you up in your VR arena and give you an introduction to the VR equipment.
🆘 Our hosts are available for tips and hints during your journey, ensuring a seamless and frustration-free experience.
📷 At the end of your session, grab a selfie to post on #Insta, while our hosts compare your finish time with our leaderboards.
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✅ Online Reservation: From the calendar above, choose an available date and timeslot for your booking. Next, select how many players/guests.
✅ Booking Confirmation: Check your inbox for a booking confirmation. Please bring this information to your booking for easier check-in.
✅ On Arrival: Please arrive 5-10 mins early to allow time for check-in, game selection and set up/prep.
✅ During: Our expert hosts are there to guide you safely and seamlessly throughout your experience.
Justin B ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Great experience, I would highly recommend giving this place a try. The escape rooms are better than actual escape rooms as the virtual environment is amazing and many more activities that you can do like shoot a bow and arrow! Loved it, will be back."
Maggie B ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Highly recommend! The staff are fantastic, friendly and helpful and the experiences are awesome. Especially love the VR escape rooms they are super fun. Value for money is great, will definitely be going back."
Diana M ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"My son & I booked the VR Escape Room, Beyond Medusas Gate 2 days ago and it was the best hour of fun and laughs I have had in a very long time. Really immersive and just the right level of challenge to work out the clues together and escape. We loved it so much we are going back with other family members today to try a different VR escape room."
Mathilde S ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Awesome first VR experience, with the escape room option. We were 6 people from different countries and level of english but it was quite easy to get into the game. The staff in super nice. Thank you!"
Char B ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"SO MUCH FUN!!! Such an amazing experience. Tried Alice in Wonderland VR Escape Room and it was truly magical! Will be so keen to try the other Escape Rooms! My partner and I both were so excited after we left. Worth every $"
Diana H ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"The Cave is definitely worth a visit, especially if you have a group of mates, as you can be in the VR world together as a team and have loads of fun. Their VR escape rooms are just insane, once you've done one your hooked, and there are heaps to choose from – for all ages. We go there a couple of times a month now and are always looking forward to the next visit the minute we leave."
Phil N ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Great experience, the graphics are amazing and I promise you will have loads of fun. We did 4 people for escape room which was a perfect number. One of our people is a bit unsteady on her feet but no problem she was able to sit down and didn't affect her play or the experience. The staff were great and would help us out when it was obvious we were struggling. Thoroughly enjoyable."
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Give yourself a few extra minutes before your scheduled time to familiarize yourself with the game setup and meet your host.
This escape requires communication and collaboration—divide tasks and share clues to solve puzzles efficiently.
The game is designed for all skill levels, so newcomers can jump right in and enjoy the challenge without stress.
Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourselves to ensure you reach the final challenge within the allotted time.
Palmerston North has evolved from a 19th-century farming community into a vibrant hub blending cultural events and innovative activities like Beyond Medusa’s Gate.
The venue emphasizes sustainable practices by minimizing waste and encouraging digital ticketing to reduce paper use.
Wear clothes that allow you to move freely and focus on puzzles comfortably indoors.
Stay hydrated between rounds, especially if attending with a group.
Helpful for jotting down clues and ideas during your escape adventure.
Capture your team’s victorious moments after completing the challenge.