# 64 Ways of Being — See your city through new eyes

> Augmented reality urban adventure game with narrative audio. (iPhone/iPad app by Troy Innocent.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/64-ways-of-being/id1491263845 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Troy Innocent](https://appshunter.io/developer/1102381655)
- Category: Games, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 175 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/64-ways-of-being/id1491263845/reviews.md

## What is 64 Ways of Being?

Use your device on a self-guided urban adventure at locations across Ōtautahi Christchurch. Search for hidden doorways that lead to virtual worlds, and meet the beings that reside there. Be guided by narrative audio that transports you through time and place, and see your city through new eyes.

This 64 Ways of Being journey was made in collaboration with RMIT future play lab, Gap Filler, Kris Herbert, Vanessa Gray with support from ChristchurchNZ and Christchurch City Council.

Please note that headphones and a fully charge phone battery are required to fully enjoy this experience. 

Always be aware of your surroundings. Watch out for vehicles, other pedestrians, and any other hazards as you play.

## Key features

- Self-guided urban adventures
- Augmented reality virtual worlds
- Narrative audio guidance
- Discover hidden doorways
- Explore your city through new eyes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/64-ways-of-being/id1491263845/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very cool idea

*2024-02-15, version 1.2.2*

I love the triangle character he’s cool. I wish there was a photo mode so we can take photos of him and the dragon with the city as a background because when I take a photo it messes up the level and I have to restart, but otherwise good job. 🐉❤️

### 5/5 — An immersive experience

*2023-03-29, version 1.2.0*

This app is more than an AR art trail; it’s an immersive meditation on place. The combination of music, voices and visuals invites you to slow down, notice your surroundings, and hear Indigenous stories about places and language. It can’t be rushed, and that’s one of its best features. So far, I’ve done the introduction with Welcome to Country and the RMIT journey, and looking forward to doing more!

### 5/5 — Great experience

*2021-06-29, version 1.0.5*

Weather in Melbourne last weekend was perfect for this experience. We found this online, read through how to prepare for play and spent a day in the city.

The experience is long and we had to stop for lunch but had planned to visit a new sandwich shop anyway.

It was lovely to hear all of the different views on places we had been before and also to discover some we hadn’t.

Playing the character in Croft Alley was just like being in a movie. Recommend this as something to add to a day out in the city.

### 5/5 — Our great adventure

*2021-05-27, version 1.0.5*

Yesterday, we traveled through Melbourne listening and playing this lovely experience.

We enjoy exploring the city and have been looking for new experiences that in between lockdown to get out and about.

The indigenous stories and reveal at the end was a surprise - we had no idea!

Also recommend you have a play with the app before you head into town as it does things a little differently...

### 5/5 — Take your time.

*2021-05-22, version 1.0.5*

This app was inconvenient at first then as I got deeper into the experience I started to slow down and notice small details. Good headphones made a difference as the soundtrack really sets the mood and listening is important to making it work for you. Slow down and enjoy the show.

### 2/5 — Doesn’t work

*2021-05-02, version 1.0.5*

Firstly why is the text when you open the app hidden behind black shape.  I can’t read it if there’s stuff covering it.

The app struggles to find the floor.  When it finally does some shapes appear, but they disappear if I move the phone slightly.  Then it searches for the floor again.

### 2/5 — A few usability issues

*2021-05-01, version 1.0.4*

It is disappointing to see that such a beautiful app which has taken such care in its visual design and aesthetic has clearly had very little real world testing before release

As I tried to play the introduction, I just saw pulsating headphones. I’m not sure who thought it was a good idea to not put a progress bar or even copy and paste the script to make some closed captions. Even though my volume was all the way up, it simply would not play. I then realised that by flicking my silent switch on the side of my phone, the sound played. It’s 2021, I don’t know who keeps their phone on anything but vibrate these days so I have no doubt this has been the experience of countless others. 

Then, I make it through the 8-minute long introduction which is needlessly vague and frustrating. It is labelled “instructions” but is nothing of the sort. The actual instructions appear after the introduction - these aren’t in the app but are a webpage telling me to travel to Parliament station to begin. If there are 64 ways of being, why do I need to begin at the first one? This is just an unnecessary hurdle and makes the app even less accessible to those who are already in Melbourne. 

Unfortunately I can’t make it to Parliament today, but who knows - maybe in a few months I’ll remember this app and give it another go.

### 1/5 — An absolute waste of time DON’T DOWNLOAD.

*2021-04-29, version 1.0.4*

I downloaded this app after promotion by City of Melbourne as a good way to explore the city with new eyes. What a crock!! It would not work beyond the steps of Parliament House. I wasted probably about 30-45 minutes trying to get it to do something other than play the Introduction. I restarted several times to try to get it to work but could not move past the 8 minute Introduction (skip it) to get onto the so called Tour. After more than 30 minutes on steps of Parliament, I gave up and used Google to find some places of interest and off I went. I’m deleting the useless app.

In response to your enquires: the app would not move on from Introduction
It was NOT a network access problem - I ditched the app and used Google Maps. 
Patently, it was something else - the app didn’t progress from Introduction.

### 1/5 — Faulty

*2021-04-27, version 1.0.4*

Does not work properly

### 5/5 — Really beautiful experience

*2021-04-27, version 1.0.4*

This is a lovely way to explore Melbourne! The augmented reality experiences are really beautiful and you get a sense of history and place at each location. It’s an art experience so it is t like a tour guide, but I liked the sense of mystery and possibility of exploring each location. Playing the wall at bar americano was fun too!

## Frequently asked questions about 64 Ways of Being

### What is 64 Ways of Being?

64 Ways of Being is a free augmented reality game that turns your city into an urban adventure. You can discover virtual worlds and meet unique characters through your device.

### Does 64 Ways of Being require an internet connection?

While the description doesn't explicitly state internet requirements, location-based AR games often benefit from a stable connection for optimal performance and content loading.

### Can I play 64 Ways of Being offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. It is recommended to check for any offline mode options within the app settings or on its official page.

### What devices support 64 Ways of Being?

64 Ways of Being is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on November 21, 2024, with version 1.2.5.

### Is 64 Ways of Being suitable for children?

Yes, 64 Ways of Being has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players. Parents should still supervise children during gameplay.

### What are the recommended items for playing 64 Ways of Being?

To fully enjoy the experience, the developers recommend using headphones and ensuring your phone has a full battery charge. Always be aware of your surroundings while playing.

### How often is 64 Ways of Being updated?

The app was last updated on November 21, 2024, indicating regular updates to improve the experience and potentially add new content.

### Does 64 Ways of Being have ads?

No, 64 Ways of Being does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any in-app purchases or ads.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.5 — 2024-11-21

update to onboarding screen

### 1.2.4 — 2024-06-26

Minor improvements and bug fixes

### 1.2.3 — 2024-06-20

Premiere of a new journey made for Ōtautahi Christchurch.

### 1.2.2 — 2023-10-03

- launch of Collingwood-Fitzroy journey
- minor bug fixes and updates

### 1.2.0 — 2022-08-11

- new content at RMIT University and St Kilda, Melbourne
- content updates to selected locations
- improvements to some encounters

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All apps by Troy Innocent: https://appshunter.io/developer/1102381655

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