Bucharest's Vanishing Pharmacist: Self Guided Exploration Game

This is a self-guided exploration game played through the shadowed streets of Bucharest. You will explore 12 different locations while following the story of Name, a pharmacist's apprentice, chasing the scent of a mysterious cure to find the truth behind her mentor's disappearance. At each location, you will solve a real-world puzzle by searching for clues around on statues, monuments or facades, and receive the instructions for the next chapter. The game focuses around the Batiște district, mixing real historical facts with local legends. Perfect for mystery lovers, puzzle fans and curious travelers.

Starting from Cantacuzino Statue, the stops are spaced on average 150m apart, with each location taking around 5-10 min to complete. The route passes through local landmarks & attractions such as Biserica Ortodoxă "Batiștei", Ion Luca Caragiale and Biserica Ortodoxă „Popa Chițu”.

DISCLAIMER: You will explore by yourself using the Questo app on your phone. No physical guide or stranger groups involved. The full route covers about 1.7 km (1.1 mi) and takes around 1:30h to complete. You can play any day, at any time. Languages available: EN.