The Hunt in 1862, New Orleans
They could not trust anyone. Likewise, citizens did not trust the very soldiers responsible for killing members of their family. Visit locations based on the award-winning book, The Energy Inside Valsin's Choices. Learn what they were during those times and what they have become today.
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
150-180 mins
You will walk
3550 steps
Total distance
2.7 km
Highlights
Follow the characters and visit locations in the award-winning book, The Energy Inside Valsin's Choices.
Get a glimpse into life in the 1860s.
Learn about little known facts and history of New Orleans.
Clues are outside all locations.
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
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
The mission: Your story in New Orleans
During this turbulent time, people keep disappearing. The person responsible tracks their victims for months before catching their prey. Can you follow their steps and find the culprit before another victim goes missing?
Civil War New Orleans context
A city under Union occupation in 1862
Union forces captured New Orleans in spring 1862, placing the Confederacy’s largest city and a major Mississippi River port under military occupation. The change brought conflict over loyalty, control and daily life far from the battlefield. This quest uses that documented moment as the setting for a story inspired by a book; the player’s hunt and its characters are narrative fiction. Playable languages: English.
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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Ja-ne de Abreu is an award winning writer exploring the energy inside choices. How do you choose every day? Find out more with her games and books, Sassy Food, Chasing the Surge, and The Energy Inside Valsin's Choices. Check out jmfdeapress.com
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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 |
