Olympia — The Capital's Secret Seal
Decipher the hidden pact etched in the Capitol's seal—a forgotten conspiracy that guards Washington's evergreen soul from a shadowy betrayal. Uncover the truth before it's lost forever.
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In the heart of Olympia's Capitol Campus, beneath the gleaming dome of the Legislative Building, lies the bronze Washington State Seal embedded in the rotunda floor
Olympia: Emerald Capital
In the heart of Olympia's Capitol Campus, beneath the gleaming dome of the Legislative Building, lies the bronze Washington State Seal embedded in the rotunda floor. But this is no mere symbol. Forged in secrecy during the Capitol's construction in the 1920s, it conceals a cryptic pact—a solemn oath sworn by the state's founders to protect Washington's evergreen soul from industrial greed and political corruption that threatened to strip the forests bare. Whispers among historians speak of a betrayal: a powerful magnate who sought to break the pact, embedding counter-clues in the campus's monuments to nullify its power. The Winged Victory Monument, with its marching soldier, sailor, Marine, and nurse under Nike's watchful wings, holds the first cipher. The Tivoli Fountain's cascading waters hide aquatic symbols tied to the oath. From the Insurance Building's shadow to the Law Enforcement Memorial's inscriptions, every landmark on this compact campus guards a fragment of the code. You are the last descendant of the pact's guardian. Race against time to decipher the seal's enigmas across 8 sacred sites, expose the traitor's plot, and renew the vow that binds the Evergreen State. Will you solve the Capital's deepest secret?
« The Evergreen State, with its magnificent forests and fertile valleys, is a gem to be cherished and protected. »— Ezra Meeker, pionnier de Washington (attrib.)
The Birth of the Evergreen State
Olympia, located at the southern tip of Puget Sound, has played a central role in Washington State's history since its inception. Founded in 1850 by American settlers, it quickly grew into an important commercial and political hub. In 1853, when Washington Territory was separated from Oregon, Olympia was designated as its provisional capital, a decision that was later confirmed after heated debates. The first territorial governor, Isaac Stevens, established his administration there, and the city became the focal point for aspirations of self-governance and statehood.
The path to joining the Union was long and complex, marked by treaties with Native American nations, the development of timber and fishing industries, and rapid population growth. On November 11, 1889, Washington became the 42nd U.S. state. This moment of national pride also prompted some to reflect on the responsibility of protecting the vast coniferous forests, salmon-filled rivers, and mountainous landscapes that had given the new state its nickname, the 'Evergreen State.'
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?
The Green Legacy
Delve into the history of natural preservation that shaped the 'Evergreen State' nickname.
Capital Intrigue
Uncover the political maneuvering behind the creation of Washington Territory and its capital status.
Forgotten Pact
Reconstruct a secret document that sealed the founders' vows for the future of their state.
The past whispers, the future listens.
Uncover Olympia's hidden heritage and protect its green soul.
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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Untangle the threads of time, follow the clues carved in stone and landscape, and reconstruct the 'Emerald Pact' to honor the vision of Olympia's founders. Your quest is essential to reveal the true identity of the Capital of the Evergreen State.
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