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Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in South Perth, Perth

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in South Perth, Perth

You know the old saying, “The boyfriend did it”? On an ill-fated night, love goes terribly wrong for Bella Wanderlust and Walter Bridges.

Bella, a famous travel blogger, was found dead during a ghost tour led by the theatrical Percy Shadows. Now, it’s up to you to uncover the truth.

Was it Walter, the obsessed boyfriend? Percy, the ghost tour guide with a flair for the dramatic? Or is someone else hiding in the shadows?

🔎 Gather clues, interrogate suspects, and expose the real murderer before they strike again. Make sure to have your pen and paper ready to jot down all the crucial evidence.

MULTIPLAYER QUEST

Gather your party

A murder mystery is built for teams. Everyone gets clues on their own phone and races to crack the case first.

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Places you will visit

12

You will walk

3290 steps

Total distance

2.5 km

Highlights

    🕵️‍♂️ Investigate a Chilling Mystery – Step into the shoes of a detective and uncover the truth behind Bella's murder.

    🧩 Solve Puzzles & Follow Clues – Explore historic streets, decipher hidden messages, and piece together the evidence.

    🔎 Uncover a Deadly Secret – Explore famous landmarks and hidden corners as you piece together the truth behind Bella’s murder.

    💀 Perfect for Date Night… Or a Killer Group Activity – Play with your partner, a group of friends, or even solo—just don’t end up the next victim!

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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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.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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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.

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scat

24 Jan 2026

beth

07 Dec 2025

Jack Sinagra

31 Jan 2026
decent for the price. could do with having more open answers to question. got the speed sign wrong for 10 minutes when we had the answer but didn't know what answer the device wanted

Amanda Ballucci

24 Jan 2026

Beat the best: Top Perth explorers

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The Questo Originals are a collection of games created or curated by Questo editors. These include also the first games that were built in Questo, in a time when the platform wasn't still open to other creators.

Frequently asked questions

What is Death in the Shadows in South Perth about?
Travel blogger Bella Wanderlust is found dead after a ghost tour. You investigate her boyfriend Walter Bridges, guide Percy Shadows and the evidence to identify the murderer in this fictional outdoor case.
Why choose the South Perth edition in Perth?
Choose this edition for a 2.5 km South Perth route beginning at Promenading Emus. It is a distinct route within the shared fictional Death in the Shadows case family.
Where does the South Perth murder mystery start and finish?
It starts at Promenading Emus at Mindeerup on Mends Street and finishes at Mindeerup on Mends Street. The outdoor route is approximately 2.5 km and includes 12 puzzle locations.
Is this a murder mystery dinner or an escape room?
Neither. You become the detectives outdoors, following app-guided evidence and puzzles through real locations. There is no hosted dinner, actor performance or locked indoor room.
What do Duo and Fellowship include?
Duo provides access on 2 devices. Fellowship provides access on up to 5 devices, so each included detective can follow the case on their own phone.

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Flexibility

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Fixed schedules & no pausing

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Start, pause, and resume anytime

Privacy

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Crowds of up to 30 strangers

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Private experience for your group only

Pricing

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$30-$40 per person

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Availability

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Requires advance booking

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Instant access 24/7/365

Experience

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Passive listening to a guide

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Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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