A real-time scavenger hunt platform
Set GPS-locked tasks and grade submissions live from your phone. No app to install, no player accounts.
How it works
Up and running in minutes
Build your game
Create tasks, set GPS locations, define areas on the map, and add groups. Configure point values, attempt limits, and task unlock chains.
Share & play
Send magic links to each group. Players open the link in their phone browser — no install needed. The map and task list update live as they explore.
Grade & celebrate
Submissions land in your grading queue instantly. Award points, leave feedback, and watch the leaderboard shift in real time.
Features
Everything you need to run a real-time scavenger hunt
GPS-verified tasks
Location-based tasks only unlock when players physically arrive on site. Server-side geofence re-validates every submission.
Live grading queue
Photo and video submissions appear in the admin grading queue the instant they're sent. Grade, award points, and send feedback in real time.
Real-time leaderboard
Rankings update the moment a submission is graded. Present on a big screen with fullscreen TV mode — perfect for a dramatic finish.
Areas & live map
Divide the playing field into named zones. Players see a live map with task pins, their GPS position, and highlighted play areas.
Five task types
Mix photo/video, quiz, multiple choice, secret code, and check-in tasks to build any kind of hunt.
No app required
Players join with a magic link — no download, no account, no friction. Works on any phone browser.
Task unlock chains
Make tasks depend on each other — a task stays hidden until a prerequisite is graded. Build linear progressions, branching paths, or staged reveals that keep teams guessing what's next.
Task types
Five task types to challenge your players
Mix and match task types freely. Each task can be location-locked or open to complete from anywhere.
Photo / Video
Capture evidence at the location
Quiz
Open-ended text answer
Multiple choice
Pick the right answer
Secret code
Find and enter a hidden code
Check-in
GPS arrival confirmation
From the blog
Guides for running a better hunt
Indoor vs. Outdoor Scavenger Hunts
The same hunt design doesn't automatically work in both settings. Here's what actually changes when you take a scavenger hunt indoors.
Read the guideShould Your Scavenger Hunt Have a Story?
A story can turn a checklist into an experience, or it can be effort spent on something nobody reads past the first line. Here's how to tell which one you're building.
Read the guideHandling a Dispute Over a Grade
Every organizer eventually hears some version of "that should have counted." Here's how to handle it without stalling the game or looking inconsistent.
Read the guideFAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Roadblocked free to use?
Yes. Roadblocked is completely free to use, with no hidden fees or premium tiers.
Do players need to download an app?
No. Players join with a magic link that opens directly in their phone's browser — no download, no account, no install.
How do players submit tasks?
Depending on the task, players submit a photo or video, answer a quiz question, pick a multiple-choice answer, enter a secret code, or simply check in at a location.
Do tasks have to be tied to a specific location?
No. Each task can be GPS-locked to a specific spot and verified server-side, or left open so teams can complete it from anywhere.
How does grading work?
Photo and video submissions land in a live grading queue the moment they're sent. The organizer reviews each one and awards points instantly, and the leaderboard updates in real time.
What kind of events is Roadblocked good for?
Corporate team days, birthday parties, bachelor and bachelorette parties, school orientations, city tours, and more. See the full guide to the best events for a scavenger hunt.