What is this?
This is a game that uses Geoguessr as inspiration.
Why does this exist?
Sadly, because of Google's predatory pricing strategy for their Maps api, geoguessr have had to modify their game in a detrimental way to cut costs.
I created this little site to allow people to play the game how it used to be (or as close to it).
Why do I need an api key?
To get around the aforementioned api pricing strategy I require you to upload your own api key.
Your api key will be used only for games that you play, each key has $200/month free usage, which is plenty for all but the most avid players.
How do I get an api key?
Go here and register to get an api key.
Once you have a key save it against your profile here.
Is this safe?
All I can do is offer assurances that I won't use the api keys for anything other than their stated purpose: namely, for each individual's games on this site.
This site uses django's built in authentication framework, and I have taken every care to look after your personal details.
What does the "Broken Streetview" button do?
Sometimes a coordinate with no valid streetview is selected for you, you will just get a black screen.
If this occurs please click the "Broken Streetview" button and you will be provided with a new scene and the faulty coordinate will be removed from the database.
There isn't a great variety of countries, why?
I am relying on crowd sourcing of playable scenes, please consider helping out by adding a few coordinates of your own.
You get to keep track of the coordinates you add, and see how well (or badly) other people do on them!
For now I have managed to find some data on uk coordinates that I can use, but its not so easy getting data for other countries.
I didn't receive my email reset password, what gives?
I am using a free mail server to send password reset emails, the limit is 100/day.
If you require assistance accessing your account, please email edward.wilding3@gmail.com
This site is amazing, how can I contact you to discuss this, or another, site?
Thank you! Please get in touch: edward.wilding3@gmail.com