Escape the 15th Century: A Digital Escape Room Adventure

Step into the historically accurate digital escape room, "Dielenhaus Adventure – The Merchant's Quest," and immerse yourself in the life of a 15th-century Hanseatic merchant. This engaging game blends puzzle-solving with historical learning, offering a unique interactive museum experience unlike any textbook.

A Race Against Time:

Merchant Jürgen Knoggeburg needs your help! He's preparing for a crucial council meeting, and time is of the essence. You've been tasked with completing various assignments within his hall house, but you only have 30 minutes before your bowling appointment. Can you complete the tasks before time runs out?

Historical Puzzles and Challenges:

This educational game challenges you to solve puzzles using historically accurate items and your wits. Your tasks include:

• Wardrobe Preparation: Assemble the merchant's attire, remembering that some garments require medieval cleaning and drying methods.
• Letter Drafting: Create an important letter, requiring you to prepare ink and find the right formulation.
• Cargo Crane Operation: Distribute delivered goods across the house's multiple floors using a cargo crane.

Educational Gameplay and Digital Museum Experience:

Developed in collaboration with local historians, "Dielenhaus Adventure" is part of the European Hansemuseum Lübeck's digital offerings. It accurately portrays daily life, architecture, and work in the Hanseatic region, drawing parallels to modern times.

Ideal for individual play at home or classroom use under teacher supervision, the app provides an exciting glimpse into 15th-century life. It’s particularly suited for teaching media literacy and critically examining historical sources. The playful approach sparks discussions about medieval life and aligns with secondary school curricula.

Bonus for Hanse Adventure Players:

Players who have completed the "Abenteuer Hanse" app will find a special surprise! Their "Dielenhaus Adventure" achievements will be added to the Knoggeburg family tree database on the game's website. Scores are saved locally, and no internet connection is needed to play.

What's New (Version 1.0.2 - Updated Dec 16, 2024):

This update includes a new end screen and an updated API level.