Immersive Experience Design, Olde City Escape Games, Philadelphia, PA
“Benjamin Franklin: A Quest for Freedom” is a historically themed 60-minute escape room advenutre based on an actual document penned by Benjamin Franklin entitled Comparison of Great Britain and America as to Credit, in 1777. Franklin actually used the written piece in diplomatic talks to persuade the French government to financially support the Americans against the British during the American Revolution. While the game is more or less educational and includes many historical facets about and witticisms from Benjamin Franklin, the creative technology used to create the interactions keep the lessons fresh, immersive, and even magical.
Map of Quest for Freedom Game Flows
Graphic design for game flyers inspired by Benjamin Franklin’s original political drawings
Design of game documents inspired by actual historical typography and layout design of the colonial period
THE NARRATIVE
It’s October 26th, 1776 and Philadelphia is alive with excitement…
The American Revolution has ignited the colonial town of Philadelphia into a fervor. Crowds are pouring into the streets singing songs and firing guns, nervously awaiting the invading British from across the sea. Benjamin Franklin has just been elected as ambassador to France and he has a monumental task ahead of him - convince France to join the colonies in war and secure a 10 million dollar loan from the French government. The only tools at Mr. Franklin’s disposal are his skill with the written word and your help...
Mr. Franklin has just raced away to board the final ship to France before the British naval blockade arrives. As Mr. Franklin’s invaluable assistants and fellow rebels, he has entrusted a critical task to you: search through his study and secret print studio to find the Seven American Reasons. These Seven Reasons inspired him to write the document that will convince France to give us 10 million dollars and join the fight! Quickly locate the Seven Reasons and print the document that Mr. Franklin needs for his journey. The future of the rebellion and American independence is in your hands! Do you have what it takes to complete your Quest for Freedom?
