Brisbane Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game

5.0
(4 reviews)
Brisbane, Australia

2 hours (approximately)

Start point: Queens Gardens (144 George St) - open the app and hit “Start.”

Briefing in-app: your case file, suspects & how gameplay works (2–3 mins).

Chapters: 10–14 bite-size missions guiding you through CBD highlights.

Gameplay: decode ciphers, match details on buildings, choose story paths.

Pacing: typical playtime ~90–120 minutes with optional cafe breaks.

Finish: return towards Queens Gardens; get your team score & debrief screen.

Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate. Walking: ~2–3 km on city pavements.

Who it’s for: Couples, friends, families with older kids, team bonding.

What's Included

Access to Brisbane Murder Mystery game in the app
Full availability: Every day of the year.
Safety: It’s self-guided, open air and you will avoid crowds.
Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Queens Gardens

You must have downloaded the our app and created an account first, using the same email you made the purchase with. Use the app to follow the directions to reach the starting point at Queens Gardens, Brisbane, then you will get additional directions and details on how to proceed.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into Death in the Shadows, a self-guided outdoor escape game that turns Brisbane’s CBD into your crime scene. Follow clues, interrogate story characters in-app, and piece together evidence as the city becomes your board.

You’ll uncover hidden details around landmarks such as King George Square, Queen Street Mall, and the area around the Museum of Brisbane, solving clever puzzles and unlocking twists. Start when you like, take breaks for coffee, and play entirely at your own pace, it’s private to your group.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Unlock the activity first using the same email you made the purchase with.
  • Bring a charged smartphone with internet connection.
  • This is a walking activity. Not recommended for people with restricted mobility.
Supplied by Questo

Tags

Self-guided Tours
Walking Tours
Escape Rooms
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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5.0 Based on 4 4 reviews
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