Scranton: Detective Murder Mystery Game & Audio Story

Summary

Scranton murder mystery game with audio clues & flexible start

You’ll step into Scranton’s streets as a detective, following audio clues through either downtown or the outskirts by car. Listen to actors bring suspects to life, piece together evidence at each mapped stop, and compete for your best case score. Play solo or with friends — and expect at least one surprise that’ll stick with you after it ends.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t trust anyone who says they saw everything,” the voice crackled through my headphones. That was Commander Mahoney — not a real person, but honestly, he felt more alive than some folks I’ve met. We started our detective experience right in downtown Scranton, map glowing on my phone and that weird mix of city smells (coffee, car exhaust, rain on old bricks). I’d dragged my friend Jamie along — she was already taking notes before we even hit the first clue spot.

The game gives you two ways to explore: walking around the heart of Scranton or driving out to the edges. We picked walking because it felt more like being inside the story. At every stop, there’s this audio scene — actors playing suspects, witnesses, all sorts. One guy’s Philly accent was so thick Jamie snorted her coffee laughing. Sometimes we’d pause just to argue about what someone really meant (“Did you hear that hesitation?”). You can take breaks whenever, which is good because we got sidetracked by a mural and lost ten minutes debating whether it was supposed to be a bear or a dog.

I didn’t expect to get so into piecing together clues — like actually squinting at street signs and listening for little details in the voices. The app keeps score, which made us competitive fast (I’ll admit Jamie beat me). At the end, you make your arrest call and see how you did as a detective. I still think about that last twist; it caught me off guard. If you’re into stories where you get to play along and don’t mind getting weird looks from passersby while whispering about motives… this murder mystery detective experience is worth a shot.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Solve murder mystery in Scranton

• Receive booking confirmation
• Choose walking or driving map
• Start at revealed starting point
• Visit each of 10 mapped locations
• Listen to audio story at each stop
• Gather clues and piece evidence
• Make deductions and issue warrant
• Receive case performance score

Top questions

How long does the Scranton murder mystery game take?

The experience takes about 2.5 hours but you can take breaks anytime.

Can I play the detective game solo or do I need a group?

You can play solo, as a duo, or in groups — it works for all options.

Is there an age limit for this murder mystery experience?

This game isn’t suitable for all ages due to mature content and profanity.

Do I need to walk or can I drive during the tour?

You can choose between a walking map (downtown) or a driving map (outskirts).

What do I need to bring for the Scranton detective game?

You’ll need your phone with the app; earbuds are recommended for clear audio.

How do teams work for scoring in this murder mystery tour?

The app has built-in scoring; you can work together or compete against each other.

Is pickup included in this Scranton murder mystery experience?

No pickup is needed; you start at your chosen location after booking confirmation.

What’s included

Your day includes access to both walking and driving maps via mobile app with live GPS directions, professional audio story featuring 16 unique characters, flexible start time after booking confirmation, customer service help if needed, and built-in scoring so you can play solo or compete as teams—just bring your phone and headphones.