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Michael Henderson · Published by QR Mosaics
Positive — 89% positive (18 reviews) · 25 achievements
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
A puzzle-solving mystery based in an unusual art gallery. You will be constructing and scanning imaginatively designed QR codes to solve the mystery.
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Casual · 2023 · More under £5 games
Explore an unusual art gallery where solving a mystery means constructing and scanning unique QR codes. Experience the creative twists of QR Escape, developed by Michael Henderson in 2023.
About this game
Welcome to QR Escape, a game designed by QR Mosaics.
QR Escape is essentially a fun escape-room puzzle-solving game, with a unique twist. You play the game on your PC/laptop device while interacting with a QR reader app on your mobile device. You are playing one of the first games in a new interactive gameplay genre.
To progress in the game, you will need to solve puzzles, and once complete they will reveal/construct a QR code. When scanned with a reader, those QR codes will provide a 6-digit password. That code is then plugged into various keypads in the game to open doors and make progress. The codes change each time the game is played, so each game execution is a unique experience.
There are many QR codes to scan in the game. Some are required to progress the game, some provide clues/hints, some are for fun and others are simply gallery QR artwork to look at and enjoy!
Because scanning QR codes is a very important aspect of the game, please feel free to test your ability to scan using the picture below before you purchase the game. If you can scan this picture on your screen and see the words "puzzle time!" on your QR reader, you can play the game! Scan from a distance!
If it doesn't scan right away move your phone AWAY from the screen so it appears small, or zoom-out. QR readers are best at reading screen QR's from a few feet away.
if you have a mobile phone, you certainly will be able to scan the QR codes.
1) Modern iPhone or Android devices will scan from the built-in camera. Just start up the camera app and point the camera at the QR code on the screen and the camera will detect it. You may have to enable QR Scanning from your phone settings if it is currently disabled.
2) Download a custom QR reader. There are literally hundreds to choose from, most work fine, but a few are not so good. The free QR reader app I used personally to test the game (on an iPhone) is called "Qrafter: QR Code reader". I found it an excellent reader, but it will show adverts. I have no personal connection to the reader and do not profit from it.
You have been asked by the curator of a unique art gallery to investigate strange goings-on in the basement of the gallery. The basement is used as a store room and to provide heat. However, the curator has been locked out of the basement and strange noises are coming from downstairs. As you enter the gallery, the door locks behind you and you realize you must escape. Delve into the underbelly of the gallery to discover the source of the mystery and escape!
If you like achievements, this is the game for you. There are currently 25 fun Steam achievements. More will be added in due course.
QR Escape is essentially a fun escape-room puzzle-solving game, with a unique twist. You play the game on your PC/laptop device while interacting with a QR reader app on your mobile device. You are playing one of the first games in a new interactive gameplay genre.
To progress in the game, you will need to solve puzzles, and once complete they will reveal/construct a QR code. When scanned with a reader, those QR codes will provide a 6-digit password. That code is then plugged into various keypads in the game to open doors and make progress. The codes change each time the game is played, so each game execution is a unique experience.
QR Codes
There are many QR codes to scan in the game. Some are required to progress the game, some provide clues/hints, some are for fun and others are simply gallery QR artwork to look at and enjoy!
Because scanning QR codes is a very important aspect of the game, please feel free to test your ability to scan using the picture below before you purchase the game. If you can scan this picture on your screen and see the words "puzzle time!" on your QR reader, you can play the game! Scan from a distance!
If it doesn't scan right away move your phone AWAY from the screen so it appears small, or zoom-out. QR readers are best at reading screen QR's from a few feet away.
Where Do I Get A QR Reader?
if you have a mobile phone, you certainly will be able to scan the QR codes.
1) Modern iPhone or Android devices will scan from the built-in camera. Just start up the camera app and point the camera at the QR code on the screen and the camera will detect it. You may have to enable QR Scanning from your phone settings if it is currently disabled.
2) Download a custom QR reader. There are literally hundreds to choose from, most work fine, but a few are not so good. The free QR reader app I used personally to test the game (on an iPhone) is called "Qrafter: QR Code reader". I found it an excellent reader, but it will show adverts. I have no personal connection to the reader and do not profit from it.
The Story
You have been asked by the curator of a unique art gallery to investigate strange goings-on in the basement of the gallery. The basement is used as a store room and to provide heat. However, the curator has been locked out of the basement and strange noises are coming from downstairs. As you enter the gallery, the door locks behind you and you realize you must escape. Delve into the underbelly of the gallery to discover the source of the mystery and escape!
Achievements
If you like achievements, this is the game for you. There are currently 25 fun Steam achievements. More will be added in due course.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel i5-6600k // AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- Memory: 4GB RAM MB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4GB) // AMD Radeon RX 480 (8GB)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update Note for V 2.2
Bug Fix Fix to the Jigsaw game setup Enhancements Start playing the Final game as soon as you release the balls. Removes the initial wait for the balls to get into place. It dampens the camera spin when you click a ground tile Increases the sound effect of the balls dropping in the boiler game Moved a chairRead full article on Community Announcements (Michendo)Patch NotesOfficial
Major Release: Interface changes and other aspects
1. Interface Changes. Looking around is now performed by clicking the left mouse button and dragging the mouse. It is no longer necessary to move the mouse pointer to the edge of the screen and the old system is now removed. A waypoint navigation system has been introduced. The user will be taken around objects rather than zooming through them. Floor navigation has become more obvious as floor tiles are highlighted. The keyboard arrow keys have been retained, as an alternate way to navigate around. The move forward feature by clicking on walls has been removed - this was too confusing alongside other navigation methods. Help Screens are now in a more readable font Visuals Most wall seam issues have been tidied up. The remaining seams are more subtle. Floor navigation is easier to see as tiles are highlighted. An "outside word" is now visible through the windows. Content The Clown/Memory game has been better integrated into the surroundings Some additional environment QR hints have been introducedRead full article on Community Announcements (Michendo)Patch NotesOfficial
Release Notes for 1.4.4
Bux Fix 1) Fix an occasional bug where an invalid code is generated on the Boiler game Content 1) Release of the following achievements: Boiler Solver No Boiler Spoiler Boiler PerfectionRead full article on Community Announcements (Michendo)Patch NotesOfficial
Release notes for 1.4.3
Bug Fix Invaders Laser Cannon now resets Enhancements 1. Improved Stair Navigation 2. Enhanced alerting on achievements 3. Additional Achievements released: Tilt Perfection Tilter Puzzle Box SolverRead full article on Community Announcements (Michendo)Patch NotesOfficial
Release notes for 1.4.2
Bug Fixes 1) Fix the texture on the corner pieces of the office puzzle 2) Fix the music that plays when returning from the menu in the circus room Enhancements 1) Release of achievements: Carousel Tricolour Smart Tile Puzzle Solver Release of Additional Achievement "Sit Ye Down"Read full article on Community Announcements (Michendo)
