THE DARKROOM DEVIL SYNOPSIS - Your career as an investigative journalist has provided you a thorough education on the darkness that lives in the hearts of some men. Over the years, you have developed quite a network of informants and tipsters, and today, one of those has dropped a story into your lap about another black-hearted soul who has been mentioned in the news lately. According to the tipster, someone anonymously dropped off a roll of film. While it was being developed, the photo tech noticed that some of the images on the roll showed the grisly scene of what appeared to be a murder. This is the third in a string of recent killings. In each instance, the details of the murder have been revealed by a roll of film that has been dropped off at a different photo center. Police are at a loss on how to track down the killer the media has dubbed “The Darkroom Devil.” Thankfully, another of your informants works inside the police department and has given you access to everything they have on this killer. Can you step in and find the hidden clues and bring this devil to justice?
STEP INTO A MYSTERY - Inside the mystery, participants will read a Beginning Brief and then examine multiple documents of varying type and size. It is then up to participants to recognize clues, connect-the-dots, solve puzzles, and progress through solving the mystery.
INTERACTIVE MYSTERY COMPONENTS – Utilizing the use of QR codes, as puzzles are solved and evidence is gathered, participants will unlock password-protected QR codes that will advance the storyline and provide more information for the investigation. Some unlocked QR codes may even instruct participants to open sealed envelopes furthering the investigation. The use of password-protected files also helps keep from spoiling the mystery for participants, if information gathered is incorrect.
A BLEND OF PUZZLES AND INVESTIGATION – Mysteries from The Deadbolt Mystery Society involve a combination of solving puzzles and detective work. Take a break from the real world and escape into this mystery for approximately 2-3 hours of solving with a difficulty rating of 6/10. Solve time and difficulty rating may vary based on factors such as group size, experience level, etc.
PERFECT FOR INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, AND GROUPS – Lovers of escape rooms, crime shows, mysteries, podcasts, etc. should enjoy solving this mystery. For the best experience, a group of 1-4 participants and ages 13 years old and up are recommended. Don’t be afraid to solve this solo and keep all the adventure to yourself.
