The Game

We've turned Ferris State University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 10 iconic places around Ferris State University. At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room! You can play solo or in a group. Besides completing fun puzzles, you will learn fascinating details about different places like Ferris Arch, Ferris State University Seal and Ferris Library. You will walk around 1 miles as you find clues, solve puzzles and get closer to completing the adventure. You can go at your own pace, but it should take around 45 minutes to complete the adventure. Over 200,000 players have used our app to explore the world. We can't wait for you to play as well!

Duration

45 Min

Location

Ferris State University Center

Exploration Spots

Ferris Arch

Find floating augmented-reality letters at Ferris Arch, a massive limestone gateway inspired by Stonehenge that is rumored to be haunted.

Ferris State University Seal

Solve a chess puzzle at the Ferris State University Seal, an emblem embodying the institution's core principles of opportunity and industry since 1884.

Ferris Library

Decode a morse code message at the Ferris Library, home to the nation's largest public collection of artifacts related to intolerance.

Ferris State University Center

Solve a riddle at the Ferris State University Center, a bustling hub that houses an art gallery alongside free professional clothing for students.

Woodbridge Ferris Statue

Solve a riddle at the Woodbridge Ferris Statue, honoring the founder who also served as Michigan's governor and a U.S. Senator.

And Much More...

These are just the highlights. There are hidden corners, secret statues, and lost history waiting for you to discover.

Player Reviews

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Here's what players say about our experiences elsewhere:

Auburn, AL

“Having to solve riddles about auburn was informative and fun.”

Team: Women in STEM

— Alyssa W

Hobbs, NM

“All of them were fun”

Team: birds

— Jessica A

Grand Forks, ND

“All of it”

Team: OG roomies

— Grace H

Minneapolis, MN

“I loved the deciphering missions and the user interface. I think it was very cool that we could track where we were going with the gopher map!”

Team: Michael

— Zack H

Brooklyn, NY

“The cypher puzzle by the fish tanks”

Team: Wales Booner

— Lillie S

New London, CT

“Yes I did I loved the Morse code part when my flash turned on and off that was a great addition to the game.”

Team: The Mimes

— Jennifer I

Questions & Answers

What is the Ferris State University Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game?: A self-guided outdoor adventure around Ferris State University that's part scavenger hunt, part escape room. Your team follows clues on your phone to 10 spots, solving a puzzle and learning something at each one.
Where does it start?: At Ferris State University Center, 805 Campus Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307.
How long does it take?: About 45 minutes, covering roughly 1 mile on foot. You can go as quickly or slowly as you like!
How much does it cost?: $10 per player.
How many people can play?: Teams can be 1 to 8 players. For bigger groups, split into several teams and race each other on the leaderboard.
What do I need to bring?: A charged phone with mobile data and location turned on, and The Great Game app (free on the App Store and Google Play). We'll send you instructions on how to create a team when you book. Comfortable shoes help.
Does everyone need their own phone?: No. One phone per team is enough, and up to 8 teammates can join on their own phones if they want to.
What if we get stuck?: There are hints at every step, so no team ever gets stuck.
Is it good for kids?: It is great for families! We see multi-generational teams all the time!
What if it rains?: There's no set start time, so you can play any day. If the weather's bad, just go another day, and we'll refund you if your plans change!
Can we book it for a group or event?: Yes. We run custom games for team building, orientations, clubs and conferences, including games built around your own venue, and we've hosted events for over 1,000 people. Book a demo.