Ashes of Time: Escape Pompeii’s Curse
Your name is Octavia, and your story ended nearly 2000 years ago. Or so you thought.
Now, you drift through the ruins of Pompeii, unseen by tourists, surrounded only by echoes of those who once lived here. As the sun rises higher, a chilling realization returns—you are about to relive your final day once more.
Trapped in a time loop, you must piece together what happened, solve real-world puzzles, and follow fading clues through ancient streets before the eruption begins again. Will this be the time you finally escape?
This immersive walking adventure blends mystery, emotion, and exploration through one of history’s most haunting sites. Play with friends or family, and create memories as you uncover the forgotten heartbeat of a city lost in time.
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 14 stops · 2 hrs · 2.4 km
Live in Pompeii? The Annual Pass is how locals play — €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Plaatsen die je zult bezoeken
14
Het zal je brengen
104-134 mins
Je zult lopen
3150 stappen
Totale afstand
2.4 km
Hoogtepunten
Visit the most famous archaeological site in the world
Discover an entire city preserved as it was 2000 years ago
See the terrified faces of the victims of the eruption
Visit the Amphitheatre where gladiators used to fight bloody battles
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
Bezienswaardigheden & verborgen parels inbegrepen
FOUNTAIN OF SILENUS
CENTAURUS STATUE
STEPPING STONES
De missie: Jouw verhaal in Pompeii
These days, you just float through the dead city, unable to see the tourists, but only shadows of those who lived long ago. Soon, you’ll start reliving the last day of your life. Stuck in a loop, you go through your last hours again and again.
But you always forget afterwards and then live those tragic moments as if for the first time. It’s almost midday, the eruption will begin and you’ll have to escape the melting Pompeii once more!
Handig om te weten voor je speelt
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Tips & aanbevelingen
Draag comfortabele schoenen
Je loopt door de stad, dus comfortabel schoeisel is essentieel om van de ervaring te genieten.
Laad je telefoon op
Zorg dat je smartphone minstens 60% opgeladen is. De quest draait in de Questo-app en je gebruikt hem de hele tijd.
Check het weer
Dit is een buitenactiviteit. Neem een paraplu of zonnebrand mee afhankelijk van de weersverwachting.
Neem een camera mee
Je ontdekt fotogenieke plekken en verborgen pareltjes, ideaal voor herinneringen.
Blijf gehydrateerd
Neem water mee, vooral bij warm weer of langere quests.
Speel met vrienden
Quests zijn leuker met vrienden of familie. Iedere speler die op een eigen telefoon wil spelen, heeft eigen toegang nodig.
Beoordelingen en recensies
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I want to feel the drama of Pompeii’s past—how can I do that?
Step into the story with Ashes of Time. You’ll follow interactive clues through temples, baths, and frescoed houses as if you were there the day Vesuvius erupted. It’s history mixed with suspense, not just a walk among ruins.
Could this be a unique date experience?
Yes. Exploring an ancient city at twilight while solving puzzles together is unexpectedly romantic. You and your partner become a team racing to “escape” before the volcano’s final blast, sharing quiet moments in spectacular surroundings.
How long should we plan for the game?
Most players spend about 90 minutes to two hours tracing the 2–3 km route. You can take extra time for photos or to soak in the Forum, theatres, and streets that feel frozen in time.
Will kids enjoy it, or is it too intense?
Older kids and teens love the mix of adventure and archaeology. The storyline is thrilling without being frightening, and the app lets you pause for breaks, making it easy to adjust the pace for younger explorers.
I don’t know Italian—can I still follow along?
Absolutely. The entire quest is available in English. Clues are clear and designed for visitors who may be discovering Pompeii for the first time.
Vergelijk Questo met begeleide wandeltours
Flexibiliteit
Traditionele rondleidingen
Vaste tijden, geen pauzeren
Questo
Start, pauzeer en hervat wanneer je wilt
Privacy
Traditionele rondleidingen
Groepen van tot 30 vreemden
Questo
Privé-ervaring alleen voor jouw groep
Prijs
Traditionele rondleidingen
$30-$40 per persoon
Questo
Betaalbare prijzen per groep
Beschikbaarheid
Traditionele rondleidingen
Vooraf boeken vereist
Questo
Directe toegang 24/7/365
Ervaring
Traditionele rondleidingen
Passief luisteren naar een gids
Questo
Actieve gamification; jij lost het mysterie op
| Kenmerk | Traditionele rondleidingen | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibiliteit | Vaste tijden, geen pauzeren | Start, pauzeer en hervat wanneer je wilt |
| Privacy | Groepen van tot 30 vreemden | Privé-ervaring alleen voor jouw groep |
| Prijs | $30-$40 per persoon | Betaalbare prijzen per groep |
| Beschikbaarheid | Vooraf boeken vereist | Directe toegang 24/7/365 |
| Ervaring | Passief luisteren naar een gids | Actieve gamification; jij lost het mysterie op |
