Promotional ARG Campaigns
Shorter, focused narrative experiences designed to generate excitement and engagement around specific campaigns. These typically run 1-4 weeks and create urgency through time-limited puzzles and exclusive rewards.
Campaign Elements
• Teaser phase: Cryptic hints that spark curiosity and speculation
• Discovery mechanics: Hidden content that rewards exploration
• Social amplification: Puzzles designed to be shared and discussed
• Exclusive rewards: Early access, special content, or unique experiences for solvers
Recent Campaign Types
• NFT drops with narrative puzzles for allowlist spots
• Conference experiences that begin weeks before the event
• Album releases with encoded messages and hidden tracks
• Software launches with feature unlocks through community solving