Ouarzazate — The Shadow Code Conspiracy
A compromising microfilm circulates in Ouarzazate's shadows. Decipher enigmas hidden in kasbahs and streets to intercept stolen plans before they leak to enemies. Race against time in this espionage thriller.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In the sun-baked heart of Ouarzazate, 'Ouarzawood' to insiders, a Cold War-era espionage plot unfolds
Ouarzazate — The Shadow Code Conspiracy
You are a royal archivist, dispatched by Crown Prince Moulay Hassan to Ouarzazate, capital of Draa-Tafilalet, to investigate a historical conspiracy.
Your mission begins at
Dive into the heart of Ouarzazate, the Gateway to the Sahara, and thwart an ancient conspiracy threatening the Glaoua heritage.
The story that haunts this land
Your quest begins at Place Al-Mouahidine, Ouarzazate's central square. This lively spot, a starting point for many tourist circuits, has always been a crossroads for local events and gatherings. It is here, in the heart of the city center, immediately adjacent to the majestic Kasbah Taourirt, that the first puzzles will guide you towards the vestiges of Glaoua power. The main thoroughfares converge on this square, a true landmark of the city, where the history of Draa-Tafilalet still seems to vibrate in the air.
Continue towards the Old Main Post Office, a colonial building constructed in the 1930s. Located on Avenue du Prince Héritier Moulay Hassan, this edifice is a remarkable example of 20th-century Moroccan postal architecture. It bears witness to French administration in the region under the protectorate (1912-1956) and holds clues related to secret communications of the time. Here, you will decipher forgotten messages that could reveal the extent of the conspiracy hanging over Ouarzazate.
The route then leads you to the Jardin de la Paix, a green oasis in the heart of this desert city, less than 1 km from Place Al-Mouahidine. This relaxing space, adorned with palm trees and modern amenities, is a symbol of local conviviality in the historic district. It is in this haven of peace that fragments of the history of Pasha Thami El Glaoui (1868-1954), an influential Berber leader, might be hidden, revealing his strategies for controlling the region.
Your exploration continues along Rue du Souk el Had, a historic traditional market. Since the early 20th century, this souk has been a place of Berber trade where local crafts, spices, and desert products are found. In this authentic neighborhood, within walking distance of the starting point, you will need to question the echoes of the past and ghost merchants to unearth crucial information about the secret transactions and alliances that shaped Ouarzazate and the Draa-Tafilalet region.
The conclusion of your investigation brings you back to the shadow of the Kasbahs. The Kasbah Taourirt, built in the 17th century by the Glaoua and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987, as well as the adjacent ruins of Kasbah Glaoui, used as a set for 'Gladiator' (2000), are the final keys. These pisé defensive towers, reaching up to 20 meters, have witnessed centuries of power. Your mission ends by deciphering the last code, thus protecting the heritage of these 'Gates of the Sahara' and 'Morocco's Little Hollywood' from a forgotten conspiracy.
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?
Cryptography
Decipher codes and hidden messages, essential for the success of your infiltration mission.
Infiltration
Step into the shoes of a secret agent and move discreetly through the streets of Ouarzazate.
Strategy
Every decision counts: plan your moves to outwit enemy spies and protect secrets.
Intercept the code before it's too late!
Every minute counts in this race against time.
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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