The Mountaintop Message — Decode King's Final Hours
Decipher the hidden meaning in Dr. King's last speech and uncover the untold story of the Memphis sanitation strike that changed a nation.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
On April 3, 1968, Dr
The Mountaintop Message — Decode King's Final Hours
You are a historical investigator in Memphis, April 4, 1968, determined to uncover the truth behind King's final hours.
On April 3, 1968,
MEMPHIS, 1968: THE FINAL HOURS OF REVEREND KING
« J'ai été au sommet de la montagne. Et ça ne me dérange pas. »— Martin Luther King Jr., discours du 3 avril 1968, Memphis
The Ultimate Fight for Justice in Memphis
In March 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. traveled to Memphis to support striking African-American sanitation workers protesting low wages and inhumane working conditions. The movement, symbolized by the 'I AM A MAN' placards, became a crucial test for the civil rights movement, highlighting the persistence of economic and racial inequalities in the South. King saw this struggle as an extension of his fight for equal rights and human dignity, committing himself fully despite rising tensions.
On April 3, King delivered his famous 'I've Been to the Mountaintop' speech at Mason Temple, a poignant prophecy anticipating his imminent death while reaffirming his unwavering faith in the ultimate victory of justice. The next day, as he stood on the balcony of his room at the Lorraine Motel, a bullet fired by James Earl Ray ended his life and shook the world. This assassination marked a brutal turning point in American history, but also galvanized new generations in the pursuit of a more just world.
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
5-10 curated sites across the territory
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?
Historical Investigation
Delve into the heart of the 1968 events and examine the key locations of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination.
Quest for Justice
Follow the clues left by history to elucidate the gray areas surrounding the death of the civil rights leader.
Legacy of Peace
Relive King's last battles for equality and dignity, and understand the scope of his universal message.
The shadow of a conspiracy hangs over King's memory.
Uncover the secrets of a disturbing truth.
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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Your turn to play
Armed with your curiosity and a keen sense of observation, reconstruct the timeline of events and uncover the missing pieces of the puzzle. Your investigation will lead you through the streets of Memphis, where history forever marked the struggle for freedom. Will you be able to unravel the mystery of King's last message?
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