Shuri — Echoes of the Lost Kingdom
Uncover the conspiracy that doomed the Ryukyu Kingdom. Decode clues from Shuri Castle's ashes to expose the traitors who betrayed the throne during WWII and reclaim the lost royal artifacts before they vanish forever.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In the heart of Shuri, Naha, the Ryukyu Kingdom once flourished as a maritime powerhouse from 1429 to 1879, with Shuri Castle as its beating heart
Shuri — Echoes of the Lost Kingdom
You are a royal chronicler serving the Ryukyu Kingdom in the early 18th century, tasked by the king to recover vital historical records lost after a devastating fire.
Your mission takes you to
Dive into the heart of Naha, following the footsteps of the Ryukyu Kingdom's kings, through UNESCO sites and preserved remnants of a millennial history.
The story that haunts this land
Your quest begins at Shureimon Gate, an iconic gate of Shuri Castle, rebuilt in 1992 after its destruction in 1945 during the Battle of Okinawa. This site, included in the UNESCO World Heritage 2000 list as part of the Gusuku and Ryukyu Kingdom sites, marks the main entrance to Shuri Castle. From here, you get views of Naha city, once the nerve center of the Ryukyu Kingdom, founded by Shō Hashi in 1429. This starting point immediately grounds you in the history of this former capital, now a district of Naha, accessible from the Okinawa Monorail Shuri Station.
Continue your exploration of the Gusuku and Ryukyu Kingdom sites by heading to Shurijo Castle Park. This park houses the former capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, which served as the administrative seat and royal residence from 1429 to 1879. Built in the late 1300s, the castle has been destroyed multiple times, including in 1945 and by fire in 2019, with the main hall restoration planned for 2026. The outdoor grounds offer free access, allowing immersion into Naha's past even before exploring the paid indoor areas, open from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Near Shureimon Gate, discover Sonohyan-utaki Ishimon, a sacred stone gate also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2000. This spiritual place, linked to the kingdom's rituals, is an intact remnant despite the destructions that marked the history of Shuri Castle. Its presence testifies to the resilience of Okinawa's heritage and the importance of beliefs and traditions that structured life in the Ryukyu Kingdom for centuries. This site, nestled within Shuri Castle Park, offers a unique perspective on the spirituality of the era.
Your journey then leads you to Kinjo Stone Road, a 16th-century paved road made of Ryukyu limestone. Once connecting Shuri to Naha Port, approximately 300 meters of this path are still preserved, flanked by limestone walls and red-roofed buildings. Damaged during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945, this road is a typical stroll through the historic Shuri district, near Shurijo Castle Park. It allows you to experience the daily lives of residents and dignitaries who used this vital route for trade and exchange in the heart of Naha.
Finally, your investigation takes you to Tamaudun Mausoleum, the royal mausoleum of the Ryukyu Kingdom family, a UNESCO site since 2000. Built in the early 18th century for kings and queens, this site located in the Shuri district of Naha, is the final resting place of the sovereigns who forged Okinawa's identity. By contemplating this monument, you grasp the extent of Ryukyu history and culture, a heritage that, despite destructions and rebirths, continues to resonate. Your archivist mission is complete: the lost Ryukyu Kingdom, though transformed, endures through these stones and stories, offering an unforgettable interactive visit to Naha.
A game, a guided tour and a heritage guide — all in one
You're not just buying an escape game. You're carrying a living guide — historical anecdotes, forgotten legends, key monuments, hidden architecture — unfolding as you go.
At each stop, places ordinary guides miss — secret façades, sculpted crests, alleys steeped in history.
Every riddle is rooted in a real historical fact or local legend. You leave with dozens of stories to tell.
Learn to read buildings — flamboyant Gothic, Baroque, Art Deco — like a real art historian, while having fun.
Walk through the city like a novel's character — every alley becomes a stage, every square a theatre.
A voice walks with you at every step, tells the story of each place, reads clues, adds a cinematic feel.
Keep access to the guide & game for 1 year. Come back any time, share it with friends.
« You will not leave this city the way you entered it. »
How does it work?
Explore the city on foot solving puzzles based on real historical facts. No locked room — the city is your playground.
No app to download. Play directly from your browser. Guided step by step, at your own pace.
One purchase per phone is enough. Play with family, friends or as a couple — everyone participates.
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears and speaks to you in your language. Golden letters magically write themselves on the wall to reveal the puzzle answer.
Stuck? Progressive personalised hints. The character repeats the puzzle on demand — at your own pace.
French, English, German, Spanish, Italian + 27 other languages auto-translated by AI.
Want to go deeper?
Places tied to your adventure — optional entries, totally up to you · per person
The Route
8 stages through the city
The gameplay: AR, camera, hidden clues
At each stop, open your phone camera: an augmented reality character appears on the façade and speaks your language. Hunt the clue — it materializes as golden letters on the real wall or floats in front of you. When you find it, the phone vibrates, an AR chest opens and reveals your answer fragment. 8 stops, 8 clues to find with the camera, 1 final code.
The stops on your route are a surprise. You'll discover them one by one, guided by your phone, starting from the meeting point.
How does it work with a group?
One phone = one team. Pick the number at checkout (1 to 10).
Solo, or a group sharing the screen. One team, one code.
Family, couple, or 2-3 teams competing. Each phone has its own code and its own score.
Friends, bachelor/bachelorette, small office outing — each their own code, each plays at their own pace. Tiered pricing then €6 flat per phone from the 6th.
- ✓All codes are independent — play at the same time OR separately, each team advances at its own pace.
- ✓Leaderboard between your teams + global game leaderboard — each score appears in the public ranking.
- ✓More than 10 phones or need a personalized quest? Discover custom tours.
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Practical info
Why this route?
Forgotten Manuscript
Reconstruct the hidden testament of the last Ryukyu king, a manifesto for Okinawan identity.
Architectural treasures
Discover the splendors of Ryukyu Kingdom architecture, blending Chinese influences with local identity.
Cultural crossroads
Dive into the history of an island kingdom that served as a bridge between Asian civilizations.
History is a river, but its source must never run dry.
Discover the eternal soul of Okinawa.
9 features nobody else has
OddballTrip combines gamified play, augmented reality and AI. All our competitors deliver 1 or 2 of these angles. We deliver all 5.
AR treasure chest
A golden chest floats in front of the monument. Tap → opening animation → reveals a secret message.
AR narrator character
Point your phone at the façade: a knight, witch, monk, sailor, detective or ghost appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language with their dedicated ElevenLabs voice (each character has their own unique voice) — your living guide.
Magic golden letters
At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's the puzzle answer. An unforgettable visual effect.
Written + audio narration
Every puzzle available as text AND voice-over: read at your own pace or listen eyes-free while walking. Great in groups and for accessibility.
360° radar + vibration
A mini-radar shows the target even behind you, and the phone vibrates when you aim in the right direction.
Heritage storytelling
Every puzzle weaves in real historical facts (architecture, era, anecdotes). You learn by playing — like a gamified audioguide.
Progressive AI hints
3 levels of AI-generated help: vibe → where to look → answer format. You're never stuck.
AR selfie memento
At the end of the game, capture a selfie with OddballTrip banner + mascot, shareable on Instagram, TikTok.
Zero app to install
PWA technology: open the link, it plays in your browser. Same quality as an app, no App Store hassle.
Frequently asked questions
Q01Do I need to download an app?
No, never. You get a link, you click, it plays in your browser. That's the point of a PWA: same as an app, without the hassle.
Q02Does it work offline?
GPS yes (handled by your phone). Maps yes (tiles cached). AI and hints need an intermittent 4G connection.
Q03How long does a game take?
1 h 30 to 2 h 30 depending on your pace. The timer runs but only for the leaderboard — you play at your own tempo.
Q04What happens if I'm stuck?
You get 3 levels of hints per puzzle (increasing penalty). If truly stuck, you can skip the step (45-min penalty but you keep going).
Q05What's the age range?
From 12 without an adult, from 6 with an adult reading puzzles. Works for families, couples, friend groups, companies.
Q06What if my city isn't in the catalogue?
Pre-register or contact us — we'll email you as soon as your city is live.
Q07What is augmented reality exactly?
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language. At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's your answer. After each puzzle solved, a treasure chest floats in front of you. Seeing is believing.
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