Chasing the Beat: A Rock’n’Roll Quest Through London
Welcome to London, where the streets pulse with the echoes of rock legends and your bass guitar might just be your ticket to glory. Your favorite band, Gluckspeck, is looking for a new bass player - and they’ve chosen a very peculiar way to find one.
After one cryptic phone call, you’re thrown into a wild chase through the heart of the city, solving riddles, following clues, and uncovering hidden spots where music history was made.
This quest isn’t just a game - it’s a rhythm-fueled walk through iconic locations, a bonding adventure with friends, and a real-world mystery waiting to be played. Are you ready to chase the beat?
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Places you will visit
14
It will take you
55-85 mins
You will walk
2760 steps
Total distance
2.1 km
Highlights
Take a walk through Soho and find out why it’s called the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll
Visit the hotel where you can dine in John Lennon’s old jail cell
Discover London’s own Tin Pan Alley, named after its twin sister in New York
Uncover the truth about the mysterious Soho Noses
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in London
London music history
From Soho stages to Denmark Street
The fictional Gluckspeck audition leads through real places connected with Soho’s music history and Denmark Street, long associated with London’s songwriters, publishers and instrument shops.
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
