One-of-a-kind crafted outdoor quests built around the real places near you. Pick your location, choose a theme, and a personalized storyline with GPS-tracked clues is ready in 90 seconds — playable immediately, almost anywhere, any time you like.
Every quest is generated on demand and self-guided. There's no app to download, no time limit, and no schedule to follow. Just decide where you'll be and our system does the rest.
Decide where you'll be — a downtown area or a city you're visiting. The quest is built around the real places within walking or driving distance of that spot.
Pick a theme, difficulty, and how many clues you want. A unique storyline with GPS-tracked clues, puzzles, and unlock combinations is ready in 90 seconds.
Follow the clues, solve the puzzles, and uncover the story as you go. Play immediately or save it for a free Saturday months from now. The quest waits for you.
Cryptic Quests is like a piece of interactive fiction set in the real world: every clue is a chapter in a single connected story, the locations are part of the plot, and the satisfaction comes from the narrative resolving as much as from finding things. If you've enjoyed scavenger hunts or treasure hunts, you'll recognize the shape - but the experience is closer to playing through a short story you star in.
Every quest created is original — below is a real one played by a real quester. Refresh the page for a different one. No two are alike.
Greetings, amateur ectoplasm enthusiasts! I am Professor Barnaby Pumpernickel, and I have spent my life tracking the most ridiculous spirits in the Ozarks. My latest obsession? The legendary Bread-Bothering Banshee, a phantom known for stealing croutons and haunting the local gluten supply. Rumor has it the banshee was once a chef who lost a Golden Toaster in the river and has been terrorizing local diners ever since.
We must move quickly before the phantom turns every loaf in town into a soggy mess. I’ve been tracking the suspicious disappearance of the town’s chief carb-loader, Archibald Yeast, who was last seen clutching a sourdough starter and screaming about a spectral spread. I fear the banshee is gathering ingredients for a ghostly gala that could ruin the local picnic scene forever.
Is the legend of the soggy sandwich true? Will we find the Golden Toaster before the breakfast rush? Or will Archibald Yeast be lost to the depths of a supernatural pantry? There is only one way to find out—put on your sensible walking shoes and prepare for a chase that is more silly than scary. The crumbs are fresh, and the hunt is on!
No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Buy a quest credit when you want one and use it whenever you're ready — today, next weekend, or six months from now.
Everything you need to create and play your one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure.
From first-time questers to weekend regulars — here's what folks have to say after a day spent following the clues.
“We had a great time on our first family quest! Fun clues, well thought out, enjoyable all around! Looking forward to the next quest.”
“It was an awesome time! Very entertaining and a good activity to get everyone out of the house. Interested in doing another quest!”
“We did this one with my 13 yr old son and 18 yr old son who was in from college for the weekend and had a blast. The youngest had the most fun when he was able to take the phone and lead us around the park to find each of the clues. We love to get out and hunt for geocaches and this was a great way to stay outside and mix things up a bit. The whole thing is well put together and well thought out. Thank you to whomever took the time to put this together; we're looking forward to participating in many more.”
“Had a great time!!! Running around the city and trying to do it faster than others made for a great experience and fun time”
“Cryptic Quests is brilliant! Get out and pursue a mini adventure! Looking forward to more quests!”
“Great experience!! Some of the clues were easier than others, but some of them took a lot of time to figure out. Overall a great quest and very fun time with friends.”
“I’ve always been intrigued by “treasure hunts” and have always wanted to participate. I actually did my first quest last night and it was all that I had thought plus more. The clues were awesome and the storyline was fantastic. If you do get stuck, I love the hint option. I highly recommended this. You can do it solo or with a group! ”
“So much fun!! It was a great reason to get off my couch & explore texarkana!”
“Our quest was fun! We got a little turned around on one clue that had as many as 6 different possible answers, but we made it. Thanks!”
Pick your spot, configure your quest, and a one-of-a-kind custom-generated adventure is ready in 90 seconds. No download. No deadline. Just you, your phone, and somewhere new to explore.
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