THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Step into detective mode on a 2.5-hour audio walking or driving game through Scranton’s historic streets. Follow audio clues, visit 10 mapped locations, and compete or collaborate to solve a staged murder.
Step into detective mode on a 2.5-hour audio walking or driving game through Scranton’s historic streets. Follow audio clues, visit 10 mapped locations, and compete or collaborate to solve a staged murder.
You tap start and the city exhales — traffic, church bells, and the hush of the Lackawanna River — while a gravelly voice briefs you on the first clue. The route threads through downtown blocks and stoops where murals and old brick facades keep their secrets; when you pause at a corner a new character enters, their dialogue folding the street into the story.
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Operated by Hearo · Scranton, Pennsylvania
You tap start and the city exhales — traffic, church bells, and the hush of the Lackawanna River — while a gravelly voice briefs you on the first clue. The route threads through downtown blocks and stoops where murals and old brick facades keep their secrets; when you pause at a corner a new character enters, their dialogue folding the street into the story.
Scranton’s story is industrial: anthracite, rail yards and the rise of electric trolleys that earned the city the nickname “The Electric City.” The tour uses that history as context — passing by turn-of-the-century architecture, the Spine of the Coal Region, and the modern edges of Steamtown and the river corridor. The audio cast brings those details to life, making the urban fabric feel like evidence to be read.
Practically, the experience runs about 2.5 hours and is playable any time after booking. Choose the walking map for close-up investigation through downtown (earbuds recommended) or the driving map for a car-based route around the outskirts. The app includes turn-by-turn GPS, a scoring system, and two difficulty modes (Normal and Hard). Teams can compete on multiple devices or collaborate on one. Expect stops at roughly 8–12 points, short walks between clues, and intermittent street crossings.
Bring a fully charged phone, earbuds, and shoes suited for pavement. Listen carefully — voice cues and small details decide your Case Performance Score. This is an outdoor, self-guided, narrative-driven game that rewards curiosity, timing, and observation.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Light to moderate mobility is sufficient; participants should be comfortable walking short urban distances and standing between clues.
The standard run time is about 150 minutes; you can pause between stops and resume later since it’s self-guided.
Yes — the driving map is designed for listening from a single vehicle and uses the same audio story with adjusted stop locations.
The game contains mature language and themes, so it’s best for teenagers and adults; parental discretion is advised.
You’ll need a mobile data connection for live GPS and map features; some apps may allow limited offline use, but a signal is recommended.
Scranton grew during the 19th-century anthracite coal boom and the arrival of railroads; its industrial past is visible in brick storefronts, former mills, and railroad yards.
Stick to public sidewalks and marked parking areas, minimize idling if using the driving map, and respect private property and businesses while you investigate.
Hearo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You tap start and the city exhales — traffic, church bells, and the hush of the Lackawanna River — while a gravelly voice briefs you on the first clue. The route threads through downtown blocks and stoops where murals and old brick facades keep their secrets; when you pause at a corner a new character enters, their dialogue folding the street into the story.
You tap start and the city exhales — traffic, church bells, and the hush of the Lackawanna River — while a gravelly voice briefs you on the first clue. The route threads through downtown blocks and stoops where murals and old brick facades keep their secrets; when you pause at a corner a new character enters, their dialogue folding the street into the story.
Scranton’s story is industrial: anthracite, rail yards and the rise of electric trolleys that earned the city the nickname “The Electric City.” The tour uses that history as context — passing by turn-of-the-century architecture, the Spine of the Coal Region, and the modern edges of Steamtown and the river corridor. The audio cast brings those details to life, making the urban fabric feel like evidence to be read.
Practically, the experience runs about 2.5 hours and is playable any time after booking. Choose the walking map for close-up investigation through downtown (earbuds recommended) or the driving map for a car-based route around the outskirts. The app includes turn-by-turn GPS, a scoring system, and two difficulty modes (Normal and Hard). Teams can compete on multiple devices or collaborate on one. Expect stops at roughly 8–12 points, short walks between clues, and intermittent street crossings.
Bring a fully charged phone, earbuds, and shoes suited for pavement. Listen carefully — voice cues and small details decide your Case Performance Score. This is an outdoor, self-guided, narrative-driven game that rewards curiosity, timing, and observation.