Manchester Murder Mystery Self-Guided City Exploration Game

Follow the trail of a vanished detective on a self-guided, app-based Manchester murder mystery available 24/7.

Getting started

Download the Questo app in advance, create your account with the same email used for your booking, and ensure your smartphone has an internet connection. When you reach Manchester’s historic streets, open the app to access the city exploration game and start the route. You set your own pace, so wear comfortable shoes and begin whenever you are ready.

What to expect

Murder in Manchester self-guided city exploration game

This self-guided city exploration game turns central Manchester into an open-air crime scene, following the story of a vanished detective and the city’s gruesome past. You move between historic streets and famous landmarks, solving clues that reveal historical facts and local legends as you go.

Features

• Famous landmarks appear throughout the route, where the story prompts you to visit key sites, uncover local legends, and learn historical facts tied to Manchester’s darker episodes. Each location advances the plot of the vanished detective and connects you with the city’s past.
• Access to the city exploration game via the Questo app is included, so you simply log in on your phone to unlock the full experience and follow the step-by-step directions and puzzles on screen.
• Full 24/7 game availability all year means you can play in the morning, afternoon, or late at night, choosing the atmosphere that suits this journey into Manchester’s darkest past.
• Flexible start, pause, and resume options let you take breaks for photos, snacks, or rest, then continue exactly where you left off without time pressure.
• The self-guided open-air format helps you avoid crowds, letting you explore in your own small group or solo while keeping the experience outdoors.
• 24/7 customer support is included, so if you encounter any technical issues with the Questo app or the city exploration game, help is available at any time.