Bretton Woods — The Forgotten Protocol
Uncover the hidden protocol from the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference. Decode clues left by delegates at key sites to expose a secret deal that shaped the world economy—and threatens to unravel it today.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In July 1944, as World War II raged, 730 delegates from 44 nations gathered in secrecy at the Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
Bretton Woods — The Forgotten Protocol
You are an intelligence operative, discreetly dispatched to Bretton Woods in July 1944.
As World War II raged, 730 delegates from 44 nations secretly gathered at the
Bretton Woods, 1944: When the world's future was decided in a mountain resort
« « If we fail to put international monetary affairs in order, the world will be plagued by economic struggles that can only pave the way for new wars. » »— John Maynard Keynes, Bretton Woods Conference, 1944
The Architecture of a New World
In July 1944, the world was on the brink. World War II ravaged Europe and Asia, but the Allies, anticipating victory, were already looking towards the post-war era. It was in this context that 730 delegates from 44 nations gathered in Bretton Woods, an isolated location in New Hampshire's White Mountains, for the United Nations Monetary and Financial Conference. The objective was clear: avoid the mistakes of the past, particularly the 'currency wars' and protectionism that had contributed to the Great Depression and the rise of nationalism.
Two intellectual figures dominated the debates: John Maynard Keynes, head of the British delegation, and Harry Dexter White, representing the US Treasury. Their visions, though sometimes divergent, converged towards the creation of two fundamental institutions: the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), which became the World Bank. These institutions were to ensure stable exchange rates, facilitate international trade, and finance reconstruction. The Bretton Woods system, formalized in 1945, laid the foundations for an era of unprecedented economic growth, although it was abandoned in 1971.
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?
Political Intrigue
Dive into the diplomatic and economic machinations that shaped the post-war era.
Economic History
Discover the foundations of the global monetary system and the visions of Keynes and White.
Mountain Landscapes
Explore the majestic White Mountains, the discreet setting for major events.
The economic destiny of the world: a pact signed, a secret buried.
Decipher the Forgotten Protocol and rewrite history.
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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In 1944, the future of the world was shaped in Bretton Woods. Today, a forgotten chapter awaits revelation. Will you be the first to unearth the Forgotten Protocol, a document that could redefine our understanding of the global economy? Embark on this immersive historical investigation!
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