Samavarta is a series of exciting scavenger hunts in Berlin consisting of several quests. Our first currently published quest #1 - The Essence of Forgotten Memories is now available to play.

In all quests of this outdoor escape game, you will discover different areas of the city in an engaging and interactive way. You play using an app on your smartphone and puzzle your way from station to station. At each station, you will find puzzles and information, wrapped up in immersive storytelling.

Various media formats such as videos, images, audios, mini-games and augmented reality ensure variety and fun. At some of the puzzle stations, you can also expect real surprises and puzzle tools directly at the locations. Even for Berliners, new discoveries are guaranteed!

For anyone who enjoys puzzles and discovery! Tourists will get to know an authentic Berlin, far from the tourist trails. Locals will see their city with new eyes and discover things they didn't know before. The game is recommended for ages 14 and up. Children and young people under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a supervisor who is at least 16 years old (see also GTC).

Take on this adventure alone or with 1 to 3 companions for the best gaming experience. More than 4 players are not recommended, as some stations also take place inside smaller rooms.

The currently published Quest #1 - The Essence of Forgotten Memories game consists of 2 parts.

The first part covers 1.5 kilometers and takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.

The second part also covers 1.5 kilometers and takes about 3 hours.

It also depends on how quickly you solve the puzzles :) or how long you linger in the places and look around. It is a journey of discovery and there is no time limit.

During your mission, you will pass various puzzle stations. At some of them, you will be asked whether these places are open, as they have special opening hours. Depending on the answer, there is an indoor or outdoor version of the puzzle. Both variants have the same content, but in a different form. If you take your dog with you on your mission as a helpful nose, please always play the outdoor variants of the puzzles (regardless of opening times), as unfortunately four-legged detectives are not allowed at some stations on private property.

Once you have booked your ticket, you can start the game at any time. We recommend playing during the day so that as many puzzle stations as possible are open and you can benefit from the indoor variants of the puzzles.

But don't worry, if a station is closed, there are also great outdoor variants of the puzzles. If you want to take a break from the game or continue playing on another day, that's no problem. Your game progress is automatically saved and you can continue playing at any time.

1. The espoto serious games app is your key to adventure – download it for free in advance. You can find it in the App Store (for iOS) or in the Google Play Store (for Android). You will then receive access to the game after you have purchased the ticket from us on the website.

2. Valid ticket for everyone: If you want to take on this adventure with 1 to 3 companions, please note that each player needs a valid ticket and the espoto serious games app to participate. You will understand the reason for this during the game.

3. Your smartphone: Make sure it is fully charged. It will be your tool for this unique journey. Bring a power bank or charging cable with you if necessary to ensure that your smartphone stays ready for use at all times.

4. A stable internet connection: A few puzzles and videos require an internet connection because they do not run directly through the app. But don't worry, most of the game runs offline and does not use up any data volume.

5. Headphones and notepad: headphones are important for listening to secret messages. A notepad and paper can be helpful in some places to solve puzzles, but are not absolutely necessary if you like to think abstractly and/or want to save paper.

6. GPS: Please make sure that you have your GPS activated during gameplay (espoto serious games app). Please note that you are responsible for your GPS settings (this applies mainly to Android).

7. Water and weather-appropriate clothing: Take enough water with you and dress appropriately for the season, as you will be spending a lot of time outdoors. Don't forget the sunscreen.

8. Lots of walking: For the currently published Quest #1 - The Essence of Forgotten Memories, prepare to walk about 1.5 kilometers per part outdoors (about 3 kilometers in total for both parts). Comfortable shoes are recommended.

You can currently play in German and English.

Yes, of course, you play at your own pace. You can take a break at any time and even continue playing on another day if it suddenly starts to rain, for example. Your game score will be saved.

Refunds are not possible, as the tickets are valid for an unlimited period. You can also forward your ticket confirmation with your details to another person.

Dogs are very welcome at Samavarta. There are indoor and outdoor versions of many of the puzzle stations. Just make sure that you always choose the outdoor version, as the indoor version involves entering buildings or private property where your dog is unfortunately not allowed.

Samavarta consists of 6 different missions/quests, which can all be played independently of each other. Quest #1 - The Essence of Forgotten Memories is unfortunately not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible, as there are stairs on the route. However, the upcoming quests will definitely include missions that are barrier-free.

We have made sure that all audio files either have subtitles or are available in text form.

In the currently published Quest #1 - The Essence of Forgotten Memories, there is only one puzzle in which the sound is an important element. Here you can skip the puzzle with the help of the walkthrough.