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Abducted Ambassadors in Portland: A Ken Clever Mystery

4.46Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 72 min 3.3 km Portland, OR App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

When a respected diplomatic team from the nation of Madripoor goes missing from an Asia/American Summit being hosted in Portland, Oregon, you, a dedicated Field Agent of the local FBI office, are summoned. But this isn't a solo gig! Teamed up with the enigmatic van-lifer Private Detective, Ken Clever, known for solving mysteries across the nation, you're set to navigate the vibrant streets of Portland, visiting both iconic and lesser-known sites and uncovering hidden clues. 

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Puzzle fans, couples and friends who like escape rooms will spend about two hours tracking a missing diplomatic team with private eye Ken Clever, reading clues at stops from the Lan Su Chinese Garden to the Shanghai Tunnels. The 3.3 km route is outdoors and best in daylight, so anyone who wants a live guide to question or an indoor outing should pick something else.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Explore all three of Center City's neighborhoods; The Pearl, Old Town Chinatown, and Downtown.

  • Plenty of opportunity to sample the city's famous coffee and food cart culture.

  • Get to know lesser-known sites in the city that the locals enjoy.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

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Players exploring the city together

BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP

One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.

A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

Everyone for themselves

One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.

Can a team share one phone?

Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.

Your walk, at a glance

Portland, OR

A · Start

128 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA

B · Finish

1037 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205, USA

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

Along the way

Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included

The people behind the adventure

Created by Ryan Taylor.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Ryan Taylor

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
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Pace

This quest
Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
Guided walking tour
Usually follows the guide’s schedule
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Company

This quest
Explore with your own people or on your own
Guided walking tour
Private and shared group tours are available
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Guidance

This quest
Directions and challenges in the Questo app
Guided walking tour
Live interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

Good to know before you play

  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
  • No attractions ticket(s) required

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this something we can do in Portland today?
Yes. There is no time slot to book and no group to join, so you can start whenever you like. The route is open around the clock, though it works better during daylight hours, and you can pause and carry on later if plans change.
Is this like a mystery game or escape room?
It is a detective story played on your phone across downtown Portland and Old Town Chinatown. As an FBI field agent working with Ken Clever, you search for an abducted diplomatic team, and each stop sets a puzzle based on what is in front of you.
Where does it start and finish?
You start at The Armory and finish at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, so it does not return to the start. On the way you pass the Lovejoy Columns, the Japanese American Museum of Oregon, Lan Su Chinese Garden, the Shanghai Tunnels, Ground Kontrol Arcade and Director Park.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take about two hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers 3.3 km on foot. You can pause along the way and continue later, so a coffee break between stops will not cost you your progress.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together, so friends or a couple can follow the story and work on the puzzles side by side. No attraction tickets are needed for any of the stops on the route.

OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN PORTLAND, OR

A detective-style mission through Portland, OR

Abducted Ambassadors in Portland: A Ken Clever Mystery is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.

The route starts at The Armory and finishes at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall over 3.3 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 72 min; 3.3 km walking route; 10 challenge locations

Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English.

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