Pharaoh’s Tabletop Secret
Watch an ancient monument rise from your table, then crack its secrets as a team.
About
Pharaoh’s Tabletop Secret is a fun, table-based team game that brings a whole new level of interaction and engagement to your next team event or dinner.
Teams watch in amazement as an ancient Egyptian monument seems to rise from the middle of their table. It is augmented reality, which layers 3D models over the real world so the monument can be seen from every angle through a tablet or smartphone.
Team members combine their skills to crack an ancient Egyptian riddle, working through layer after layer of puzzles.
Pop-up touch screen features, sliding stones and coded hieroglyphics in high-definition graphics add to the sense of adventure in this otherworldly quest. Because it all happens at the table, it fits perfectly into a dinner, conference break or evening event.
Learning outcomes
The intriguing theme and fantastical game format encourage every team member to take part, even those who would not usually think of themselves as gamers.
To puzzle their way to the end goal, teams must listen actively, consider every opinion and make decisions quickly in a limited time.
While socialising and having fun, participants discover the talents of others and learn how to work together to reach their goal. Someone spots the pattern in the hieroglyphics, someone else keeps track of the clues, and the whole table celebrates each breakthrough.
The light-hearted competition between tables drives involvement and creates a relaxed atmosphere in which colleagues can forge new bonds, making it an ideal ice-breaker for groups who do not yet know each other well.
Program flow
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Set the table
Each table receives a tablet or smartphone and a quick introduction to the augmented reality game.
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The monument appears
An ancient Egyptian monument seems to rise from the middle of the table in 3D.
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Crack the riddles
Teams work through sliding stones, touch screen features and coded hieroglyphics.
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Race between tables
Tables compete in light-hearted fashion to solve the ancient riddle first.
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The final secret
The winning table reveals the monument's final secret and celebrates its success.
What is included
Included
- Facilitation by experienced hosts
- Tablets or smartphones with the AR game
- Table setup for every team
- Scoring and results
Not included
- Venue rental
- Catering and refreshments
- Audio-visual equipment
- Transportation to and from the venue
- Printing of personalised materials
Frequently asked questions
How many people can take part?
Groups from 10 to 500 guests can take part, working in smaller teams.
How long does the program take?
A typical session runs for about 30 minutes to an hour.
Do we need any technical or gaming skills?
No. The game is easy to pick up, and the puzzles reward teamwork rather than gaming experience.
Can this be run indoors or outdoors?
It is designed for indoor venues, such as a meeting room or function space with room for teams to work.
Can it be played during a dinner event?
Yes. It is played at the table, so it fits easily into a dinner, conference break or evening event.
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