Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Maponica.
Getting Started
Is Maponica free?
Yes, completely free. No hidden fees, no premium tiers, no paywalls. Everyone gets the full experience, always.
Do I need to create an account?
No. Just open a room, share the 6-digit code with friends, and start playing. No sign-up, no email, no downloads.
How do I start a game?
Go to CityGuesser, click 'Create Room', configure your settings (rounds, time limit, regions), and share the room code. Players join by entering the code on the homepage.
What devices and browsers work?
Maponica works in any modern browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. Desktop, tablet, phone, Chromebook. No app install needed.
Gameplay
How does a round work?
Everyone watches the same walking tour video together and explores the streets to figure out where they are. Place a pin on the map, and when the timer runs out, guesses are revealed and scored based on distance from the actual location.
How does scoring work?
The closer your guess to the actual location, the more points you earn (up to 5,000 per round). Fast guesses get a time bonus up to 1.25x. After all rounds, the player with the most total points wins.
How many players can join a game?
Rooms support up to 250 players. Perfect for classrooms, company events, or large friend groups. Everyone plays in real-time together.
Can I play solo?
Yes. Create a room and start the game alone. You get the same videos, scoring, and feedback. Great way to practice your geography skills.
Where do the videos come from?
Real walking tour footage from around the world. You'll explore actual streets from Tokyo to Buenos Aires, from small villages to major cities. The library is continuously growing.
What Makes Maponica Unique
What makes Maponica unique?
Maponica is built for playing together. It uses real walking tour videos instead of static street imagery, so it feels more like exploring a city than studying a map. Up to 250 players in real-time, completely free, ideal for classrooms, team events, and friend groups. See how we compare in our guide to free GeoGuessr alternatives.
Schools & Teams
Can I use Maponica in my classroom?
Absolutely. Teachers across the world use Maponica for interactive geography lessons. It works on any device with a browser, including school Chromebooks and tablets. No accounts or installs required, just share the room code. Learn more about classroom use.
Is it safe for students?
Yes. Maponica doesn't require personal information, email addresses, or accounts. There are no social features that expose students to strangers. The videos are real walking tours — no inappropriate content. See our privacy policy for details.
Can companies use it for team building?
Yes, Maponica is popular for remote and in-person team building events. Create a room, share the code in your team chat, and compete across multiple rounds. Works great as an icebreaker or a recurring team activity. Learn more.
Community
How do I suggest a video?
Go to the Suggest a Video page and submit a YouTube walking tour link. Our team reviews submissions and adds quality videos to the library.
How do I report a bug or give feedback?
Visit the Feedback page to report bugs, request features, or share ideas. You can also reach us at hello@maponica.com.
Can I vote on feature requests?
Yes! The Features page shows community-submitted ideas. Upvote the ones you care about and the most popular requests help us prioritize what to build next.
Future & Trust
Will Maponica always be free?
The core game will always be free. We may add optional cosmetics or premium features later, but the full gameplay experience (creating rooms, playing with friends, all videos) stays free forever.
Will there be user accounts and leaderboards?
Yes, both are planned. Accounts will let you track your stats, climb leaderboards, and keep a play history. Guest mode (no account) will always remain available.
What other games are planned?
Maponica is a geo-gaming platform and CityGuesser is just the first game. Flag Guesser, image-based quizzes, geography trivia, and tournament modes are all on the roadmap.
Still have questions? Reach us at hello@maponica.com
