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Outdoor escape game
The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Cincinnati
3.95Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2 km Cincinnati App-guided
Play in
English
The adventure
About this quest
Embark on our magical outdoor escape-room-style experience! 🔮
Join forces with the remarkable team of misfits and:
📖 Jump into our all-new gripping narrative, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s original Oz novel from 1900!
🤔 Try to outsmart the witch by cracking immersive puzzles with friends, or tackle her challenges solo, facing off against the leaderboard.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Tick-tock, time to escape!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
From Cincinnati City Hall, this 2 km downtown route takes in Piatt Park, the William Henry Harrison Statue and Court Street Plaza on the way to the public library, in around 90 minutes. Friends, couples, families and Oz fans will enjoy outwitting the witch together or racing the leaderboard solo. Anyone wanting a live game master and shelter from the weather should book an indoor escape room instead.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
Get a chance to win prizes for best-costumed
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
3.95 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
The real-world playing space
Cincinnati
A · Start
Plum St & 9th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
B · Finish
801 Plum St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
2 / 4
Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
3 / 4
Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
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- Usually a booked session with a time limit
4 / 4
Price
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- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this an outdoor escape room in Cincinnati?
Yes. It works like an escape room played outdoors on your phone. Clues lead you to each new location around downtown Cincinnati, where you solve puzzles in what is in front of you to outsmart the witch. It covers about 2 km across 11 stops.
Is the Oz escape an event with fixed dates, or do we book a time?
It is not a scheduled event. You start whenever you like, with no time slot to book, no other groups and no guide. You can also pause the game and continue later, so it fits around the rest of your day in the city.
What is the Oz game about?
It is an all-new story inspired by L. Frank Baum's original Oz novel from 1900. You join a team of misfits and try to outsmart the witch by solving puzzles along the route. Original Oz-themed songs made for the game play in the app and stay available when you get home.
Where does it start and how long does it take?
The game starts at Cincinnati City Hall. Plan on around 90 minutes to walk the 2 km route and solve the puzzles, with stops that include Piatt Park, the William Henry Harrison Statue, Court Street Plaza and the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library.
Can we play as a group, and what if it rains?
Yes, one ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, or you can play solo against the leaderboard. The whole route is outdoors, so bring rain gear on wet days, or pause and pick up where you left off when the weather clears.
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The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Cincinnati is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Cincinnati. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at Cincinnati City Hall and finishes at Cincinnati City Hall over 2 km, with 12 challenge locations. 2 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English.
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