Top Tips for Creating a Game

Last updated: 15 January 2026

These tips help you design great, reliable squares that players love—while staying safe and accurate.

1) Pick Great Locations

• Safe and open. Choose well-lit public spaces with consistent access (avoid tides, locked areas, ticketed venues).
• Visually distinct. Landmarks, statues, plaques, bridges, unique benches, or patterns in paving make for memorable squares.
• Respectful. Avoid sensitive sites (private homes, schools in hours, emergency services entrances).
• Walk Order. Do not worry about the order you put your clues in, we will optimise the route for you during the review.

2) Nail the Exact Spot

• Use the centre point. Bench = middle; platform/shape = geometric centre; statue = in front unless the clue directs otherwise.
• Capture the W3W correctly: stand still for a few seconds, let GPS settle, then confirm the three words before saving.
• Never guess from satellite view. Map providers differ—only an on-site reading is valid.

3) Write Clear, Fun Clues

• Lead, don’t mislead. Clever is great; dangerous or ambiguous is not.
• Anchor with at least one concrete detail (e.g., “curled ironwork”, “blue tile band”, “north gate”) so solvers can confirm they’re close.
• Optional redundancy: a second subtle hint prevents hard locks without spoiling the fun.

4) Test & Verify

• Daylight test: walk the route and solve your own clues from a fresh device/account.
• Signal check: make sure GPS works in the spot; avoid deep canyons/tunnels.
• Friend check: ask someone unfamiliar to try 2–3 squares and note any confusion.

5) Keep it Smooth

• Consistent difficulty. Start easier; ramp gently. Don’t make Square 1 the hardest.
• Route logic. Reduce needless backtracking; mind crossing busy roads.
• Photos. If you include images, ensure you own them and they don’t reveal private individuals.

6) Submission Checklist

• All squares meet the Game Rules (safe, accessible, public).
• Each W3W verified on site; centre-point used where applicable.
• Clues tested; at least one clear anchor detail; optional backup hint for tricky ones.
• Opening hours/tide issues checked (if relevant).

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