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Robot

A GPS-based challenge with a virtual character (a “robot”) that moves around the map in real time. You either chase it or run from it.

Robot challenge showing animated ghost and zombie characters moving on a Barcelona map

The robot appears as an animated character on the map. There are two modes:

A robot is chasing you. It picks a team to pursue and moves toward them at a speed set by the organizer. When it gets within range (~20 meters), you receive a message and points are added or subtracted.

A robot is running away from teams. Your goal is to get close enough to catch it. When you get within range, you receive points.

The organizer can choose from several character styles:

  • Hunt — Red ghost that chases teams
  • Escape — Blue ghost that flees from teams
  • Zombie — Zombie character that hunts teams
  • Police — Policeman that chases teams
  • Thief — Thief that runs from teams

These are visual differences — the mechanics are the same (hunt or escape behavior).

Auto-scored. Points are awarded (or deducted) when the robot gets within range of your team’s position.