Every clue counts. So does being close.
The five rounds are worth 100, 150, 200, 250 and 300 points, for a perfect total of 1,000.
Clues set the available points
| Clue | Points available | On a 200-point round |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100% | 200 |
| 2 | 87.5% | 175 |
| 3 | 75% | 150 |
| 4 | 62.5% | 125 |
| 5 | 50% | 100 |
Countries and precise places
For countries with a scoring outline, a pin inside that country earns the full points available for your clue. You do not need to find its capital. Pins near simplified borders have a small tolerance.
For cities, landmarks and places without a scoring outline, points depend on distance from the target, with a small full-credit radius. Nearby misses earn more than distant ones.
Outside the correct country, distance credit can contribute up to 35% of the clue's points and fades to zero at 8,000 km. Precise targets have a smaller 12% distance tail fading at 6,000 km. Local distance credit can also apply near the target; the stronger credit is used. Final scores are rounded to whole points.
Revealing an answer without guessing earns zero. Five correct answers on clue five can still total 500.
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