Image Location

Guess where in North America these photos were taken

From Arctic tundra to Caribbean beaches, from big cities to national parks. Every photo shows a place in North America, and you pin it down. Five photos make a game.

About North America

North America spans from Greenland and Canada through the United States and Mexico to Central America and the Caribbean.

Its huge distances make the landscape a strong clue, and the signs switch between English, Spanish, and French.

Countries
23
Km² area
~24.7M
Population
~600M
Highest point
Denali, 6,190 m
Longest river
Missouri

Clues to Look For

Road signs

Yellow diamond warning signs are typical for the United States and Canada, kilometres give Canada away.

Languages

French signs point to Quebec, Spanish to Mexico and Central America.

Landscape

Deserts, prairies, boreal forest, and tropical coasts each belong to their own region.

How It Works

  1. Look closely

    Every round shows a real photograph from somewhere on the planet. Signs, plants, architecture, cars, and even the light can give the place away.

  2. Drop your pin

    Place your guess on the world map. Zoom in as far as you like, the closer your pin, the better.

  3. Score and discover

    See where the photo was really taken, how far off you were, and what makes the place special. Five photos make a game.

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FAQ

Can I play North America for free?

Yes. Try a game of North America with no account. With a free account you can play as much as you like and with your friends.

How are the points calculated?

Your points depend on the distance between your pin and the place the photo was taken. A pin right on the spot earns the most, and the further away you are, the fewer points you get.

Where do the photos come from?

The photographs come from openly licensed and publicly available media. Each image is credited with its origin when we have that information.

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