RENO HISTORY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Noir: A Two‑Part, Black‑and‑White 1940s Crime Puzzle in Reno
A Deadline Escape Rooms production that drops you into a 1940s Chicago P.I. case across two distinct, hour‑long episodes—this guide explains what to expect and how the episodes are booked.
Noir: A Two‑Part, Black‑and‑White 1940s Crime Puzzle in Reno.
Noir reconstructs a 1940s Chicago underbelly inside a fully black‑and‑white escape room. Acting as a local P.I.'s last line of inquiry, teams of 2–8 players move through crimes, evidence and suspects in two self‑contained episodes—each an hour long and each a unique story designed to feel like stepping into a film‑noir set.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Fully Black‑and‑White Film‑Noir Set
The room is presented entirely in black and white and staged to evoke a 1940s Chicago film‑noir atmosphere—visual design central to the experience and to the puzzles you will solve.
Two Distinct Episodes, One Hour Each
Noir is a two‑part experience in which each episode occupies a full hour; the episodes are 100% unique, each with its own crime, story and puzzles.
Built for Small Detective Squads
Designed for groups of 2–8 players (two‑player minimum), the scenario emphasizes close collaboration as you sift through evidence and interrogate leads to identify the culprit.
What the day feels like
What Playing Noir Actually Feels Like
You enter a monochrome crime scene, adopt a detective’s posture and work through an hour of focused puzzle solving: examine evidence, assess suspects and assemble a case. Each episode is self‑contained; expect a complete, hour‑long arc that rewards careful observation and deductive teamwork.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each episode runs one hour; to play both episodes you must book two consecutive hour‑long time slots.
Teams are 2–8 players with a two‑player minimum. At checkout you will be asked which episode to play; select Episode 1 if it’s your first visit.
The provided operator information does not specify gear or clothing requirements—confirm specifics with Deadline Escape Rooms before arrival.
Noir is operated by Deadline Escape Rooms in Reno, Nevada.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does each episode take?
Each episode takes one hour.
Can I play both episodes back‑to‑back?
Yes, but both episodes cannot be played in the same hour; you must book two consecutive time slots to play both.
How many players are allowed?
Team size is 2–8 players, with a two‑player minimum.
Are the two episodes the same?
No—both episodes are 100% unique, each with its own story, crime and puzzles.
Which episode should I pick if I’ve never played before?
If it is your first time playing Noir, select Episode 1 at checkout.