Frequently Asked Questions
Urban Hunt is a unique city game where a group is divided into teams that compete against each other. Points are earned by solving creative challenges linked to the city correctly and by outsmarting other teams.
Together in teams
The group (2 to 200 players) is divided into teams that compete against each other. During the game, there is continuous interaction between the teams both physically and digitally, making it a real group activity.
For the optimal team size, we provide the following non-binding suggestion. It is no problem to play with slightly larger teams if desired.
- Up to 30 players: teams of 3 to 4 players
- From 30 players: teams of 3 to 5 players
20 Creative Tasks
Cryptic messages, mysterious sound clips, enigmatic videos, manipulated historical photos, and South African voice messages ensure an unforgettable experience.
Plug and Play
No complicated downloads or technology. Players click on a link they receive via SMS or WhatsApp, which automatically opens the instructions and the game. After listening to the three-minute explanation, the game starts. Interaction Between Teams
The number of points you get for correctly solving a task depends in part on how many teams have already solved the task correctly/incorrectly. A live scoreboard and the display of the other teams' locations provide the necessary tension and interaction between teams.
Relaxed or Intensive
Walk or run from task to task in a calm and reasoned manner, or to snatch penalty points from another team? You determine the intensity yourself. Experience shows that cunning, strategy, and a sharp mind are much more important than fast legs. Running is not required during the game.
Discover the City
Each task is linked to the city. Historical, cultural, and special facts ensure a strong connection with the city.
95 Minutes
As a team, collect as many points as possible in 95 minutes. The live scoreboard provides the necessary tension.
Difficult or Easy
From manageable warm-ups to daunting brain teasers: there are puzzles of three levels so that Urban Hunt is achievable for everyone.
Start Whenever You Want
Simply start the game with the push of a button. So you don't have to worry about delays or rain.
Statistics after the game
After the game, each player receives an overview full of great statistics. This creates a lot of excitement during the post-game discussion.
Our team is available 24/7
We are always available by phone, email, and chat. Experience has shown that these are rarely used because the startup is very straightforward.
Unique city game of our own
The Urban Hunt team conceived and wrote the software themselves. The assignments are also of their own hand/mind.
Given that the difficulty level of the challenge varies considerably and you determine the intensity yourself, Urban Hunt is a fantastic activity for almost any group of 2 to 140 people. The game is suitable as a group activity for schools, families, businesses, groups of friends, youth movements, etc.
The game is often played by families consisting of different generations. If the elderly and children are able to walk at least two kilometers, with moments of rest every 210 meters on average, then the game is feasible for them. During the moments of rest, you should try to answer an extraordinary question correctly.
Each team must have at least one person over 12 years old. Each team with one or more children under 12 years old must have at least one adult.
It is possible to play the game with a wheelchair or stroller in every city.
The web application is very simple and intuitive. Experience shows that even people with little experience in using a smartphone can easily use it.
Most groups walk 2 to 4 kilometers during the game. The distance between missions is on average 180 meters. This way, walking is frequently alternated with rest moments where the brain is stimulated.
It is certainly not necessary to run during the game. Experience shows that the live scoreboard creates a lot of tension, which can lead to increased competition during the game. However, you determine the intensity yourself.
You can start anywhere within the playing field. All teams start from the same location. Check here for the city's playing field where you want to play Urban Hunt.
No, you choose in which order you solve the challenges. The number of points you receive for correctly solving an assignment is dynamic and depends on numerous factors such as the number of teams that have already solved the assignment (in)correctly. Due to the dynamic nature of the points, determining which assignment to do next is an important strategic choice.
Yes, that's not a problem. The number of points you receive for correctly solving a task is dynamic and depends on various factors such as the number of teams that have already correctly/incorrectly solved the task. Due to the dynamic nature of the points, teams will gravitate towards tasks that have not yet been solved, leading to teams quickly spreading out across the entire playing field.
It may happen that two teams arrive together at a task. Such moments are enjoyable because the competition between the teams then takes on an additional dimension through a direct duel. If you submit the correct answer faster than the other team, you will receive more points. However, submitting an answer quickly also increases the risk of giving an incorrect answer. In such a case, you lose 30 points. The other team can receive these lost points.
To start the game, you need to follow five simple steps. You can find them here.
After 95 minutes, the game ends and answers can no longer be submitted. During the game, players see a countdown clock, just like a live scoreboard. The scoreboard is not displayed during the last 20 minutes to increase tension. At the end of the game, the results appear and each player receives an SMS that leads them to a page filled with fun statistics about your game.
All tourist hotspots are included in Urban Hunt. Additionally, most challenges are accompanied by a historical, cultural, or interesting fact.
Urban Hunt can be played in any city in French, Dutch, and English.
The importance of language is rather limited. The focus is on strategic choices, sounds, photos, drawings, etc.
We advise you to wait a little before booking if you are a group of less than 20 people. These groups can play at any time.
We advise you to make as accurate an estimate as possible if you are a group of more than 20 people and to indicate in the comments field that there is still uncertainty about the appropriate category.
The game itself lasts 95 minutes. A countdown clock in the web application displays the remaining time live. Expect a total duration of about two hours. This includes not only the game, but also listening to explanations, returning to the starting point, and enthusiastic discussions about the course of the game with accompanying statistics that are automatically provided.
If the game cannot take place, we always provide a full refund. Send us an email and we will refund you the full amount of your purchase without asking any questions or making any excuses. We will process your request within a guaranteed period of 3 business days.
In the development of Urban Hunt, we have deliberately chosen for a game without physical guidance. This offers many advantages. Moreover, nothing needs to be downloaded and there are no technological barriers. Simplicity and reliability are at the heart of the mission. Furthermore, if someone from our team were to go on site, they wouldn't be able to do anything more. We are always reachable by phone in case of questions, although this hardly ever happens in practice.
The advantages of a self-guided game:
- The price is much lower. For a game with physical guidance, you usually have to pay an additional 15 to 20 € per participant.
- You choose when to start yourself. This way, you don't have to worry about delays or you can wait for the rain to pass before starting the game.
- You choose where to start in the city center yourself. You can find the playground here.
- A full refund is always provided if the game cannot take place or if it doesn't fully meet your expectations.
- Last-minute bookings are possible.
Starting the game is very simple.
In the case of physical guidance, a member of our team will be present on-site, and nothing needs to be prepared by you. The additional cost can be found here.
It is possible to add, remove players and modify the team distribution until shortly before the start of the game. However, please note that the game cannot be played with more players than the number you have paid for.
Hesitation between two group size categories?
We advise groups with (probably) less than 20 people to wait a bit before booking until there is more certainty. These groups can play at any time.
We advise groups with (probably) more than 20 people to make as accurate an estimate as possible and indicate in the comments field that there is still uncertainty about the appropriate category.
We advise schools and youth associations (under 18 years old) to make as accurate an estimate as possible and indicate in the comments field that there is still uncertainty about the appropriate category.
You decide for yourself when the game starts. So you don't have to worry if you're late or if you want to wait for the rain to pass before starting.
After listening to the explanations, the players indicate that they are ready to start the game by pressing a button at the bottom of the web application. Once all teams have pressed this button, the game starts automatically. Check here how it works (step 5)
A charged smartphone, comfortable clothing, and optionally reading glasses.
By asking players to register via SMS (and not via Whatsapp), the activity remains a surprise. It is also possible to manually add players.
The game was created based on dozens of group observations, interviews, and scientific literature. After the development phase, many updates have been made to constantly improve the game. That's why, just like people who have already played the game, we are convinced of the quality of Urban Hunt and have implemented this guarantee.
Specifically: if the game cannot take place (cancellation) or if it is interrupted within the first 45 minutes, we will refund you in full. Send us an email and we will refund the total amount of your purchase without asking any questions or making excuses. We will process your request within a guaranteed period of 3 business days.
So far, this guarantee has only been used a few times, always due to extreme weather conditions.
The price is €10 to €15 per person (children under 10 are not included). A preferential rate is available for schools and youth movements.
The price can be calculated using our price simulator.
On average, you can expect a consumption of 50 MB, which is limited. This is equivalent to using the Facebook application for 20 minutes. If you view all the photos and videos in the optional explanation of the answers, it can reach 80 MB.
The game is played in the browser of your smartphone. No installation of a "heavy" application is required.
In every city, it is possible to play the game with a wheelchair or stroller. In this case, it is generally agreed upon between teams not to walk during the game. This way, no team is disadvantaged in terms of competition.
A city is alive: shops temporarily disappear from the urban landscape, facades are renovated, road works take place, etc. Every month, we perform a physical check of all challenges. This way, you are (almost) sure that all challenges can be played.
There is no problem playing Urban Hunt in the dark if each team has at least one good flashlight. Experience shows that the flashlight on the smartphone is not powerful enough for this.
Playing in the dark makes the game more challenging, which is why some groups prefer to play in the evening. On average, each city has one or two very difficult challenges to solve in the dark. Thanks to a creative/smart approach, some teams still manage to solve them correctly.
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