Frequently Asked Questions:
Is 717 Anathema Rd based on real events, people, or places?
No. 717 Anathema Rd, although may draw inspiration from geographic locations, legends, folklore, and belief systems, these things are a basis for inspiration only and not actual representations. 717 Anathema Rd is entirely a work of fiction created for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to represent anything factual or accurate.
What devices are the boxes compatible with?
717 Anathema Rd is designed to utilize email, QR codes, and consists of a browser and paper based narrative. Due to this, game play is best suited for a mobile device. (Cellular data rates may apply, check with your carrier)
What exactly is 717 Anathema Rd?
717 Anathema Rd is a supernatural crime solving monthly subscription box where you, as the lead investigator, put together the pieces to discover who, or what committed the crime and you, with the help of your team, must stop them. However, we’ve thrown in a few twists; the narrative and the outcome of the game can change depending upon the choices you make, and the safety of your team rests solely on your detective skills.
I can’t figure a part out, what can I do?
Each box contains a number of problems that you will need to figure out to help solve your case. If you encounter issues figuring a part out, included in the box is the option to get hints. Each problem will have 2 hints to help you solve them, the 3rd ‘hint’ is the solution. Follow the QR codes for the problem you are having trouble with to receive the hints.
There are envelopes in my box that say “Do not open until directed to do so.” What’s up with those?
If these are included in your box, this means that some aspects of your case will be revealed at key times, and since we don’t want to lay everything out all at once, there may be, set up within your case, key intervals where you will receive word that sealed items can be opened. To follow the flow of the case and not give things away early we encourage you to not open these items until directed to do so.
How does my email play a part in these boxes?
Certain actions you take within your case will trigger emails from the website. These emails may contact clues, links file files, suggestions, etc, to help you on your case. We suggest that when you register your account with your first box that you use an email address that you readily access so this does not interrupt your playing experience. We also recommend that you add ‘@717anathema.com’ to your safe email list so you don’t miss anything sent to you.
I can’t navigate the website from my computer, why not?
717 Anathema Rd is designed to be played with a mobile device utilizing the included QR codes for navigation to website pages. The website menus only link to select pages that allow you to access your profile or other general information you may wish to know.
Does each box contain its own case?
Yes. While each box may contain parts of a larger mystery to solve for those that continue to subscribe, each box is also its own stand alone case. If you choose to subscribe for longer, we would encourage you to to keep all the contents of each box as there may be items that will help you along the way.
How do I track my progress?
Most of your information will come either within the box, via email with your ‘contacts’, or on the website through short question segments that you’ll have to find the answers to. An investigator will find a notebook most valuable in their research and would recommend you use one during the course of your case to take notes.
I get emails and some contain links to documents, can I print them?
Absolutely. If you have the capacity to do so, we encourage you to print the emails and any documents or text contained within so you can easily refer to them later in your case without having to resort back to the emails for reference.
Can this case be played more than once?
Yes. Although properly solving the case will result in the right outcome, one of the unique features of 717 Anathema Rd is that the choices you make can have a direct impact on how the case ends and you will find that different choices can produce different results. Some choices will lead you to solving the case, some may lead to an end for you and your team. The choices are yours to make.
How many boxes are in a set?
Each ‘set’ consists of 6 boxes spanning over six months. Although each box has its own case to solve, each box may also contain hints, clues, or evidence that leads to a larger case that will span over multiple boxes for those that subscribe for longer periods of time.
Which box will I get when I subscribe?
Each ‘set’ spans over the course of 6 boxes which will be one box per month, at which time the cycle resets and a new set of 6 boxes, one box per month will come out. If you subscribe anytime within that first 6 box set, you will receive the first box in that set and each subsequent box each month until either the six months end, or you cancel your subscription. When a new cycle starts, all new and existing subscribers will start with the first box of the new 6 box cycle.
I placed an order, when will my box arrive?
Boxes are shipped out between the first and the fifth of each month. Orders placed between the first and the end of the month will ship between the first and the fifth of the following month.