Creator Guidelines

Planning Your Route

• Walk the route yourself at least once before finalizing
• Keep total distance between 2-5 km for a good experience
• Space checkpoints 200-500 meters apart
• Avoid busy roads and dangerous crossings
• Include a mix of indoor and outdoor locations when possible

Checkpoints

• Choose locations with interesting visual or historical significance
• Ensure checkpoints are publicly accessible
• Consider accessibility for people with different mobility levels
• Start and end at easily reachable locations (public transport, parking)

Writing Standards

• Write in clear, engaging English
• Proofread everything — spelling and grammar matter
• Use descriptive language that paints a picture
• Keep sentences concise — players are reading on their phones
• Avoid jargon unless it adds to the experience

Facts & Research

• Verify all facts from reliable sources
• Include surprising or lesser-known information
• Cite sources when using specific statistics or claims
• Keep facts engaging — nobody wants to read a Wikipedia article

Challenge Types

Best Practices

• Vary challenge types throughout the game
• Make challenges solvable by observing the surroundings
• Include hints for harder challenges
• Test all challenges yourself before submitting
• Ensure answers are unambiguous

Crafting Your Narrative

• Create a clear beginning, middle, and end
• Introduce a compelling reason for the journey
• Develop characters that feel real and relatable
• Connect the story to actual locations
• Build tension and reveal surprises along the way
• End with a satisfying resolution