Oristano — Riders of the Lost Star
Uncover the medieval conspiracy behind the Sartiglia's forgotten star. Decode rituals, track hidden symbols across Oristano's streets, and expose why the knights vanished mid-race in 1478.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In the shadowed alleys of Oristano's historic center, the Sartiglia thrived for centuries as Sardinia's most daring equestrian ritual
Oristano — Riders of the Lost Star
You are a nascent member of Oristano's Gremi of Carpenters, Carnival 1478.
In the shadowed alleys of Oristano's historic center, the Sartiglia thrived
Sartiglia: Tracing the Forgotten Rite
« « May the Componidori, through his skill, ensure harvest and life for our people. » »— Fragments of an ancient Oristano manuscript, 13th century
The Sartiglia: A Millennial Heritage
Oristano's Sartiglia is one of Sardinia's oldest and most fascinating equestrian traditions, with origins dating back to the Middle Ages. Celebrated on Carnival Sunday and Shrove Tuesday, it is the highlight of Oristano's carnival. Its name derives from the Castilian 'sortija' and the Latin 'sorticula', referring to the target to be pierced. Beyond equestrian prowess, the Sartiglia is deeply rooted in pre-Christian fertility rites, symbolizing the cycle of nature and the hope for abundance in the new agricultural year. The Componidori, a half-man, half-god figure, masked and mounted on his horse, is the center of this ceremony, performing the 'Sa Remada' – the race to the star – to ward off evil and bring prosperity.
The history of Oristano and Sardinia, marked by the Giudicato di Arborea and the iconic figure of Eleonora d'Arborea (14th century) and her Carta de Logu, forged a strong insular identity, where popular traditions were preserved through the centuries, often adapting to foreign influences. The first written mention of the Sartiglia dates back to 1541, attesting to its long history. The ritual of masked riders, equestrian acrobatics, and the quest for the star is a unique expression of Sardinian culture, a living link to a past where earth and sky were intimately connected.
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.
The game downloads to your phone on start. Once the "✓ Downloaded" indicator appears, everything works without data — narration, AR, GPS and puzzles. Perfect abroad without a data plan.
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?
Masked Riders
Follow in the footsteps of the skilled Componidoris, iconic figures of the Sartiglia, and unravel the mysteries of their masks and feats.
The Quest for the Star
Dive into the heart of 'Sa Remada', the culminating moment where the rider must pierce a suspended star, an ancient rite of luck and prosperity.
Ritual Calendar
Reconstruct a forgotten ancient ritual calendar, whose secret sequence ensures the fertility of the land and the well-being of the community.
Rediscover the soul of the Sartiglia.
An ancestral rite in the heart of Oristano.
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 an app or a paper guide?
Neither. Everything plays in your browser (Safari, Chrome) after you tap your activation link. No PDF to print, no download. The trail lives in your phone, that's it.
Q02Can we split Oristano — Riders of the Lost Star across two days?
Yes — your code stays active and progress is saved. You can start Saturday afternoon, finish Sunday morning. Some players actually prefer this format to make the most of a full weekend on site.
Q03Is Oristano — Riders of the Lost Star suitable for a challenge-seeking teen?
Absolutely. The puzzles aren't obvious — a curious teen will sweat just enough to be proud of cracking them. Progressive hints prevent frustration: if stuck, unlock hint level 1, then 2, then 3.
Q04What if we get stuck on a puzzle?
Three hint levels per puzzle, with a small increasing time penalty. If truly stuck after level 3, you can skip the step (45-min penalty). The point: nobody stays blocked and goes home frustrated.
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Your turn to play
Untangle the threads of time, follow in the footsteps of the masked riders, and awaken the forgotten power of the Sartiglia. Your quest will guide the horses to the star.
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