GuessTheDot
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Let your class discover the world, one dot at a time

GuessTheDot is a free online map game: you get a place name and a map full of dots, and click the one you think is right. Set up a game for your whole class in a few taps, project the code, and everyone joins in from their own screen.

How it works

From logging in to playing, in under a minute.

1

Make a free account

Log in or make an account in a few seconds. Say you're a teacher when you log in, or turn it on later in your account settings.

2

Pick a game mode

Capitals, world wonders, a country's villages or cities, country hunt: you pick what fits your lesson.

3

Project the code

Tap "Create a game for the class" and the QR code and join code show up big on screen, ready for the projector.

4

The class joins in

Students scan the code or type it in, log in with their own free account, and play right away.

Why teachers like it

Built for a classroom, not bent into one.

Dedicated class mode

A class game is always private and never counts toward the leaderboard, so students can practice without pressure.

Geography that comes alive

From capitals to world wonders to local villages. Students learn the map through playing, not rote memorization.

Everyone plays along

Live scoreboard on the big screen, everyone sees how it's going in real time. No waiting in line or taking turns.

Safe and clear

Chat messages can be reported and are moderated. No ads, and no paywall for classroom mode.

Works on everything

Phone, tablet, chromebook, laptop or smartboard: anything with a browser works, no install needed.

In 12 languages

GuessTheDot is available in 12 languages, perfect for language immersion or multilingual classrooms.

Frequently asked questions

Do students need to make an account too?

Yes, every player needs a free account to join. It takes a few seconds, and there's no paywall behind it.

Does this cost anything?

No. Creating and playing a class game is completely free, even without a Pro subscription.

Does a class game count toward the leaderboard?

No, on purpose. A class game is always private and never counts toward the leaderboard, so it stays low-pressure.

Which countries can I choose?

Dozens of countries across all continents, with capitals, cities, villages and world wonders as separate game modes.

How long does a game take?

You decide: from a quick 5-round warm-up to a full 50-round session, with custom time limits per round.

Ready to get started?

Create a free account and set up your first game for the class.

Start a game for your class