The Game

We've turned Appalachian State University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 8 iconic places around Appalachian 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 Yosef the Mountain Man, Founders Bell and Belk Library and Information Commons. You will walk around 1.8 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 60 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

60 Min

Location

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Exploration Spots

Yosef the Mountain Man

Snap a team photo at Yosef the Mountain Man, the beloved mascot who originated in a 1942 yearbook prank as a fictional freshman.

Founders Bell

Solve a rebus at Founders Bell, the historic campus timekeeper that once signaled daily class changes before becoming a cherished graduation tradition.

Belk Library and Information Commons

Solve a riddle at Belk Library and Information Commons, a five-story hub housing over a million items alongside sweeping mountain views.

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Solve a riddle at Kidd Brewer Stadium, the historic site of the second college football game ever televised by ESPN.

Boone Memorial

Solve a riddle at Boone Memorial, a centennial bronze sculpture erected on what is believed to be Daniel Boone's actual campsite.

Sanford Mall

Decode a morse code message at Sanford Mall, the vibrant green heart of campus famous for hammocks, slacklining, and outdoor classes.

And Much More...

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

Player Reviews

Be one of the first!

Here's what players say about our experiences elsewhere:

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

Hobbs, NM

“All of them were fun”

Team: birds

— Jessica A

Washington, D.C., Washington, D.C.

“The Morse code riddle was pretty amazing”

Team: ctrl alt defeat

— Neeraj M

Evanston, IL

“I liked the hieroglyphs and Morse code one”

Team: Spring Family!

— Savannah 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

Thibodaux, LA

“I enjoyed the cipher puzzle as well as the “ghost hunting” puzzle!”

Team: Brats

— Rhijah L

Questions & Answers

What is the Appalachian State University Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game?: A self-guided outdoor adventure around Appalachian State University that's part scavenger hunt, part escape room. Your team follows clues on your phone to 8 spots, solving a puzzle and learning something at each one.
Where does it start?: At Kidd Brewer Stadium, 270 Stadium Dr, Boone, NC 28607.
How long does it take?: About 60 minutes, covering roughly 1.8 miles 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.