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Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Subiaco, 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

2890 steps

Total distance

2.2 km

A note from Questo Originals

“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.”

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What you'll actually do

  1. Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Evelyn H Parker Library - LBC whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.

  2. Solve 12 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.

  3. Finish at Evelyn H Parker Library and see where you land on the Perth leaderboard.

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!

AN OUTDOOR CASE IN PERTH

An outdoor Perth case for murder-mystery and escape-game fans

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Subiaco, Perth is a Perth outdoor murder-mystery game for mystery and escape-game fans. The city-specific case centers on Subiaco outdoor murder mystery.

Evelyn H Parker Library is the starting point and Evelyn H Parker Library is the finish for this 2.2 km city route, which includes 12 challenges. Practical fit: 2.2 km route; 12 location-based challenges; Playable in English.

The city becomes the playing space here. Choose a conventional escape room when weather-free play and a designed indoor environment matter more. Playable languages: English.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is Death in the Shadows in Subiaco 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 Subiaco edition in Perth?
Choose this edition for a circular 2.2 km Subiaco route beginning at Evelyn H Parker Library. It is one Perth route for the same fictional detective story.
Where does the Subiaco murder mystery start and finish?
It starts at Evelyn H Parker Library at 237 Rokeby Road and finishes at Evelyn H Parker Library at 237 Rokeby Road. The outdoor route is approximately 2.2 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.

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

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