The Scream — Unmasking Munch's Stolen Anguish
Decipher the hidden trail of Edvard Munch's masterpiece. Two thefts. One obsession. Uncover why The Scream was stolen twice—and what dark secret the artist buried in his Oslo haunts.
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On February 12, 1994, The Scream vanished from the National Gallery in broad daylight
The Scream — Unmasking Munch's Stolen Anguish
You are a special investigator tasked by the Nasjonalmuseet to recover 'The Scream' in Oslo, spring 1994, right after its audacious theft.
Your mission: recover the artwork and
Delve into Oslo's streets, following the trail of art history's most enigmatic work, to unravel the mystery of Edvard Munch's The Scream.
The story that haunts this land
Your investigation begins at the Nasjonalmuseet, inaugurated in 2022. This largest cultural museum in Norway, located on Oslo's waterfront, houses a version of Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' in its Munch Room. It is here, in this dedicated space for Munch's works, that the painter's anguish materialized before being stolen. You will need to scrutinize the surroundings of this National Museum Oslo to find the first clues of the theft, immersing yourself in the artistic atmosphere that permeates this district of Oslo.
Continue your journey towards the Universitetet i Oslo, along Karl Johans gate. Founded in 1811, this institution is Norway's oldest university, with its main building, Domus Academica, completed in 1854. It is in the shadow of its ancient walls that clues might have been hidden by the thieves, who could have sought refuge there or left a coded message, taking advantage of the student hustle and bustle and the imposing architecture of the place.
The itinerary then leads you to the Grand Hotel Oslo, built in 1874. This Neo-Renaissance edifice, also located on Karl Johans gate, has seen Nobel laureates and countless personalities pass through its doors. Its 105 rooms and plush lounges could have been the scene of a secret meeting or an exchange of crucial information regarding the 'Munch Museum' and the fate of the painting. Observe the architectural details to uncover hidden symbols.
Your investigation takes you to the Stortinget, the Norwegian Parliament, built between 1866 and 1887. This neoclassical building, which can accommodate 350 deputies, is a central monument in Oslo's political life. The theft of such an iconic artwork undoubtedly sent ripples to the highest echelons of power. Discreet notes might have been slipped near its foundations, or secret messages posted on public announcements, to guide you to the next stage of your scavenger hunt in Oslo.
Finally, your journey concludes near Akershus festning, a medieval fortress begun around 1290 by Haakon V. Having served as a prison and royal residence until the 19th century, this Akershus Fortress, covering 95 acres, is a testament to Norway's history. The thieves, seeking a safe place to hide their loot or to escape the city, might have used its underground passages or ramparts. This thematic circuit in Oslo will have allowed you to retrace the footsteps of the culprits, exploring Oslo's heritage and its monuments, and to understand the cultural impact of The Scream's disappearance, a work that continues to inspire both anguish and fascination.
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?
Art & Emotion
Explore the profound psychological landscape behind Edvard Munch's iconic work.
Mystery of the Theft
Investigate the audacious burglaries that shook the art world.
Oslo's Heritage
Wander through the places that marked the artist's life and work throughout the capital.
Art Steals, the Soul Screams.
The mystery of The Scream awaits you in the streets of Oslo.
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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Delve into Oslo's streets, following the trail of art history's most enigmatic work, to unravel the mystery of Edvard Munch's The Scream.
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