Suddenly, a flash of lightning hurls you back in time…
Brussels Vortex is an immersive, collaborative adventure game in the form of a 54 cards. Play solo or with friends—your choice! The rules are simple: start by reading the first card to learn how to navigate the vortex.
What makes it unique? Its dual gameplay mode. You can enjoy it at home or right on location, in the very places where the story takes place. At that point, it’s no longer just a game—it turns into an immersive urban adventure through the heart of Brussels.
How will you make it back to your own time?
Explore the city, talk to historical figures, collect clues, and make the right choices. Get ready to see Brussels like never before!
1927
Strange temporal phenomena are unfolding in the heart of Brussels… Could they be linked to the Solvay Conference, where the greatest minds in physics—from Einstein to Curie—have gathered?
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1943
A devoted collaborator hands over a mysterious notebook to the German authorities—something he found hidden in his cellar. Has Hitler’s army just laid its hands on a weapon of phenomenal power?
1957
Brussels is buzzing with Expo 58 preparations. Like the city, your new friend Marie is full of excitement—until a mysterious disappearance changes everything. Can you help her?
Discover the city in a whole new way
This is what makes Brussels Vortex unique: you can enjoy a quick 10-minute session at home. But choose the on-location mode, and the experience deepens—with bonus content and hidden clues that enrich the game. Your walk becomes a fully immersive journey, lasting 45 to 60 minutes, as you uncover fascinating stories about Brussels in its historical context.
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Looking for playful, immersive experiences for your visitors? I design tailored solutions for tourism offices and cultural venues. Get in touch to explore how we can bring your destination to life—one story at a time.
Why a free online version?
Publishing—and especially distributing—a card game in tourist spots and niche stores is a complex business, and not exactly my area of expertise. So while I look for partners to help bring Brussels Vortex to life, I’ve chosen to release a digital version using the open-source tools Twine and SugarCube. It’s free to play, with no ads, and fully respectful of your personal data. Play now!