Ankara 1943 — Uncover the Spy Ring
In 1943 Ankara, neutral intrigue hid deadly espionage. Decode cryptic messages, track double agents through diplomatic shadows, and expose the spy ring threatening Allied secrets before it's too late.
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1943: Ankara, Turkey's neutral capital, buzzes with wartime tension
Ankara 1943 — Uncover the Spy Ring
You are a Turkish counter-intelligence agent, just disembarked at Ankara Train Station (Ankara Garı) in 1943, a crucial hub for the railway network to
Dive into 1943 Ankara, capital of Turkey, and infiltrate a spy network threatening the balance of Central Anatolia.
« Res Gestae Divi Augusti »— Inscription on the Temple of Augustus and Rome, Ankara, circa 25 BC
The story that haunts this land
Your investigation begins at Ankara Garı, the train station built between 1935 and 1936 by architect Otto Leithner in a Turkish Art Deco style. This historic starting point for lines connecting Ankara to Istanbul and Central Anatolia is the ideal place to observe suspicious comings and goings. Just 1 km from Gençlik Parkı, this station is a strategic crossroads where information circulates as fast as trains, and where every traveler could be a contact or a target for your espionage mission in Turkey's capital.
Continue your tail to Ulus Square, Ankara's historic central square, approximately 1.5 km from the station. This cultural hub was a key gateway to ancient sites like the Temple of Augustus and Rome, and the nerve center of the diplomatic and administrative quarter in the 1940s. It is here, in the shadow of the buildings that forged the Turkish Republic, that you will decipher the first secret messages, hidden in the architecture and nooks of a Roman past still palpable in this part of Central Anatolia.
Your route then takes you to the Temple of Augustus and Rome, erected around 25 BC in Ancyra, the ancient name for Ankara. Inscribed on its walls is the Res Gestae Divi Augusti, Augustus's political testament. Less than 1.5 km from Ankara train station, this ancient relic is a place steeped in history where secrets of power have been etched in stone. It is by exploring this site that you will discover crucial clues, hidden in symbols and inscriptions, which will help you unravel the plot unfolding in Turkey's capital.
Along the way, you will encounter the Column of Julian, a porphyry column erected in 362 AD in honor of the Roman Emperor Julian. Approximately 15 meters high, this ancient vestige visible in Ulus near the station symbolizes the Roman fortifications of Ancyra. Through this monument, which has spanned centuries and empires, you will understand Ankara's strategic importance and the power struggles that took place there. The information you gather here will be essential for the continuation of your investigation in this Central Anatolian city.
Your investigation will finally lead you to Ankara Kalesi, the Byzantine and Seljuk fortress dating from the 7th century, restored in the 15th century. Located on a hill overlooking Ulus, approximately 1.5 km from Ankara train station, this citadel offers a breathtaking view of the historic district you have traversed. From this vantage point, you will be able to piece together all the parts of the puzzle, unmask the spy network, and understand the extent of their threat to Turkey's capital. You will have thus traveled through centuries of history, from Roman vestiges to Republican buildings, and proven your worth as a secret agent in this exploration of Ankara's heritage.
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?
Spy warfare
Immerse yourself in the world of international espionage during World War II
Double game
Unravel the multiple identities and changing loyalties of secret agents
Secret documents
Reconstruct the transmission network of the most sensitive state secrets
All spies, no friends
Ankara 1943-1944, the secret war
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
Q01Concretely, how does it unfold outdoors?
You arrive in Diplomatic quarter of Ankara, open the link on your phone, the story starts. It's the modern outdoor escape game: audio narration, camera puzzles, final code unlocked as a team. No install. No need to book a time slot.
Q02How long does it take to finish Ankara 1943 — Uncover the Spy Ring?
Plan 1 h 30 to 2 h 30 depending on your pace. Some finish in 1 h 10, others take 3 h in slow-mode. No pressure: the clock only counts for the leaderboard, you play at your tempo.
Q03Is Ankara 1943 — Uncover the Spy Ring good for a hen / stag party?
Great fit: no costume required, the team really collaborates (it's not a linear path), and the final code earns you a souvenir photo. Pick a calm time slot — early afternoon usually.
Q04Best season to explore Diplomatic quarter of Ankara like this?
Spring and autumn are the best seasons: mild temperatures, fewer tourists, gorgeous light. Summer is also great but go for early morning before 11 or late afternoon. Winter is perfectly playable, especially in southern cities — Diplomatic quarter of Ankara often feels more authentic then.
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