Follow All Laws

Follow all local laws—that means don't speed! Our patent-pending technology issues time penalties if you reach puzzle locations faster than Google Maps' legal drive time estimates.

Do Not Follow Other Teams

Each team receives a randomized route order, so the location you're heading to may not match another team's. Our technology equalizes route times, so there's no advantage to following others.

Age & Registration Requirements

Each team consists of 1–5 registered players. All players must be at least 18 and must sign the Riddler Road Rally Rules and Release of Liability. By signing, players agree to follow all rules and are responsible for the safe, lawful operation of their vehicle and the safety of any passengers they bring. Only registered players may participate in gameplay or receive prizes.

Only Work With Your Team

You may only collaborate with registered members of your own team. Working with people outside your team or with other teams will result in disqualification.

Types of Puzzles

• Destination puzzles: Solve the clue, drive to the location, and confirm in the app.
• Digital puzzles: Solve directly in the app to receive the next GPS location.
• Combination puzzles: Solve both destination clues and digital puzzles to advance.

Hints – Strategic Use Pays Off

Hints are available on every puzzle but come with a time penalty. Using hints strategically can prevent wasted time or driving the wrong direction. The final hint reveals the correct answer.

GPS Accuracy at Puzzle Locations

If GPS doesn't register right away, move around the immediate area and try again. The app uses generous tolerances, so you won't need to pinpoint an exact spot.

Handling Disruptions

Disruptions such as road closures, construction, events, or restricted access (e.g., a funeral at a cemetery) can occur. Capture GPS from nearby and use hints to reach the final answer. All teams face the same disruption, so fairness is maintained.

Have Fun and Play Fair

Violation of these rules including unsafe driving, cheating, or disrespecting other players will result in disqualification.

Timer Start

Every team's timer begins at the official event start time, regardless of when a player taps Start Event.

Different Routes for Every Team

Each team receives puzzles in a different order, so routes and drive times will vary slightly.

How We Keep the Competition Fair

Riddler Road Rally uses patent-pending scoring technology that removes estimated travel time between locations using Google Maps data. This ensures rankings reflect actual gameplay time, not distance driven.

What Makes Up Your Score

Your total game time is made up of:

• Time spent solving puzzles
• Hint penalties
• Early arrival penalties (waiting time plus an equal time penalty)
• Extra drive time beyond the Google Maps estimated travel time

Live Rankings in the App

During the rally, both Rankings and Gap Scoring update in real time as teams complete puzzles. These standings will shift throughout the event and are not final until the rally closes.

Gap Scoring shows how far behind the first-place team you currently are. The first-place team is displayed as 0, which serves as the baseline for comparison.

Why Rankings Change During the Rally

Puzzle orders are randomized, so some teams may receive easier puzzles early on and appear ahead at first. As teams progress through different puzzle difficulties, rankings naturally adjust.

Finishing the Rally

When a team finishes, a purple flag appears next to their name in the Rankings. Their placement may continue to move up as teams ahead finish and fall below them in the rankings, but it will never move down.

Final results will appear on the website Results page after the event officially closes.

Safety First

Never solve puzzles while driving. Park first, then play. There's no advantage to solving on the road, you may even be heading in the wrong direction!

Be Respectful

You may encounter other teams at puzzle locations. Be respectful—rudeness, aggression, or interference may result in disqualification and/or a ban from future rallies.

Swag Diversions

Some rallies offer optional swag diversions that lead to free products, digital coupons (sent to your app wallet), or other extras. Decide with your team ahead of time whether you want to take them. Not all events include swag diversions—check the event description for details.

In-App Chat

Use the in-app chat to message other teams during the rally and stir up some friendly rivalry. Find it on the Play Event tab under the puzzles. Do not discuss puzzles, clues, or answers with other teams.

Cash Jackpot Breakdown

A portion of each team's entry fee adds to the cash jackpot. After the guaranteed minimum is reached, every additional team increases the prize pool. The current jackpot is shown in the app and on the website.

Prize Distribution

• Riddler Road Rally determines how many teams will split the jackpot
• Prize money is evenly divided among registered team members and cannot be redistributed or reassigned
• Each team member must submit a W-9 within 30 days of prize notification or forfeit their winnings
• Cash prize winners must sign an affidavit confirming they were not involved in an at-fault accident or issued a moving violation during the event
• Payments are mailed to the address provided on each winner's W-9

Connectivity & Reliability

Cellular and internet service are required for gameplay. While rallies are designed in areas with coverage, occasional disruptions may occur and are considered part of the experience unless the game is substantially interrupted.

Weather & Traffic Delays

Weather and traffic are part of the challenge. If severe weather warnings occur before the event, Riddler Road Rally may cancel and refund your entry. Rescheduled rallies restart with the original prize minimum.

Technology Disclaimer

We use advanced systems to ensure fair gameplay, but in the event of significant technical difficulties, Riddler Road Rally will determine winners at its sole discretion.

Keep GPS & App Visible Together

Use split-screen or toggle between your navigation app and the Riddler app to avoid missing turns or clues.

Prep Your Ride

Before the rally, fuel up, pack snacks and water, and make sure everyone has used the restroom. A notepad and pen can help with puzzles.

Scanning QR Codes on a Single Device

If you only have one phone, take a screenshot of the QR code and tap the image.

• iPhone: the code should be recognized automatically and open the link.
• Android: open the image in Google Photos and tap the Lens icon.

Troubleshooting the App

If the app freezes or stalls, tap Refresh or log out and back in to reconnect.

Dress for the Game

Some puzzles may require getting out of your car to read signs, inspect landmarks, or find details not visible from the road. Dress appropriately for the weather and terrain.

Be Exact with Your Answers

Answers must be entered exactly as intended. Pay attention to whether it should be singular or plural. If you're confident your answer is right, but it's marked incorrect, try the other form.

Use Any Resources You Like

Feel free to use Google, maps, AI, or any other tools to help solve puzzles. Just remember—you may only collaborate with members of your own team.