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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY
The Zodiac Mystery: Catching the Disciple in New Orleans
THE CITY IS YOUR CRIME SCENE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2 km New Orleans App-guided
Play in
English
CASE #03 / YOUR MISSION
Your city. Your suspects.
Your case to crack.
- Real streets
- Fictional crime
- App-guided play
CONFIDENTIAL / CASE BRIEFING
The story starts here.
"When I die I will be reborn in paradise, and all those I have killed will become my slaves."
Decades ago, the Zodiac Killer carved those words into history then vanished into the fog. The case went cold. The city moved on. Until last night.
A high-security police vault has been breached. The thief ignored the cash and the narcotics but he took only one thing: the original Zodiac evidence files. Now a copycat calling himself The Disciple has scattered the 1969 artifacts across the city and marked innocent citizens for "collection," determined to finish what his Master started.
You're on the task force. Twelve locations, each tied to a Zodiac sign. No set order, only your instincts. And beware: some of them are traps designed to waste your precious time.
🔎 Crack the Zodiac's infamous ciphers, recover the stolen artifacts, and save the victims before the clock runs out. The ink is fresh, the knife is sharp, and the city is screaming for answers.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
True-crime fans, friends and couples planning a date night will chase a Zodiac copycat called The Disciple through New Orleans, solving puzzles tied to the 1969 case over about 2 km in around 90 minutes. It is an outdoor alternative to a booked escape room slot. Families with young children, or anyone who finds a killer's threats unsettling, should choose a lighter quest.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
A copycat is finishing what the Zodiac started, and The Disciple is working his way through New Orleans.
Decode the real thing, cryptic notes, punched cards and symbol-filled messages built from the Zodiac's actual letters.
Twelve marked locations across 2 km from Decatur Street, past Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and The Cabildo, in no fixed order, and some of the pins are traps.
For true crime readers, played with your partner, your friends, or on your own if the ciphers are the draw.
Just your phone, start any time, and trust your gut more than the map.
From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
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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.
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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.
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Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
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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.
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.
The real-world playing space
New Orleans
A · Start
750 Decatur Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, United States
B · Finish
750 Decatur Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, United States
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
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Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
- Escape room
- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Choose device access above to see your total
- Escape room
- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Murder Mystery
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Zodiac mystery walk take and how far is it?
Plan on around 90 minutes to cover about 2 km on foot. You set the pace, and you can pause the game and continue later, so the walk can stretch across a longer evening if you stop along the way.
Is this Zodiac quest suitable for kids?
It is a murder mystery built on the real Zodiac Killer case, with a copycat who marks innocent citizens for collection. The story is written for adults, so it is not a good choice for young children. Older teens who already enjoy true crime may get on with it.
Do we need to book a time slot like a Zodiac escape room?
No. Unlike an indoor escape room with booked sessions, you start whenever you like, today or another day, and play outdoors on your phone. There is no guide and no group to join, and you can pause and pick up where you left off.
Can our group play together on one ticket?
Yes. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated for the quest. You walk the route and solve the puzzles together on your own phones, with no strangers and no fixed start time.
What happens if it rains in New Orleans?
The game is played outdoors on the city streets, so bring a jacket or umbrella if the forecast looks wet. Because you can pause at any point and continue later, you can also step inside to wait out a downpour and carry on afterwards.
Is The Zodiac Mystery: Catching the Disciple in New Orleans self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does The Zodiac Mystery: Catching the Disciple in New Orleans start and finish?
It starts at Starting Point and finishes at Ending Point.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN NEW ORLEANS
A history-led way to explore New Orleans
The Zodiac Mystery: Catching the Disciple in New Orleans is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through New Orleans to connect clues, places and stories.
The route is self-guided over 2 km. 2 km walking route
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English.
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