Why PicChase fits
Custom lists are free, so teachers can translate lesson vocabulary into real examples. Four team entries fit a class of 20 split into five-person teams, and Premium supports more team entries.
Choose Your Setup
Classroom photo scavenger hunt
Turn vocabulary, shapes, colors, science concepts, or local history into an active search. The teacher controls the area and prompts while students work in supervised teams.
At a glance
An active-learning exercise connected to the current lesson.
- Best setting
- Classroom, school building, or teacher-defined campus zone
- Group format
- Supervised teams with one approved device per team
- Recommended mode
- Timed for a lesson block; Collection for creative observation
- Suggested duration
- 10–30 minutes
- Preparation
- Follow school rules, secure required consent, choose no-face prompts, and define boundaries
- Devices
- Each player entry needs the app; teams can share one phone per team.
Step-by-step setup
- Choose the play area and define clear boundaries.
- Choose the recommended mode, timer, and team format.
- Select a pack or create a free custom list, then remove unsuitable prompts.
- Share the game code, confirm safety rules, and start only after every team is connected.
Sample challenges
- A real example of symmetry
- An object representing today’s vocabulary word
- Three different geometric shapes
- Evidence of a simple machine
- A color gradient made from classroom objects
Facilitation and safety tips
- The teacher should supervise and follow school and guardian consent rules.
- Avoid faces, names, student work, screens, schedules, and private records.
- Offer a seated search area or a researcher/list-coordinator role.
Questions for this setup
What is PicChase?
PicChase is a real-world multiplayer photo scavenger hunt app. A host creates a game, shares a six-character game code, and participants photograph items or themes in Race, Timed, or Collection mode.
Is PicChase free?
PicChase is free to download, and no payment is required to start. Six free packs are included, custom lists are free, and groups of up to four player entries can play as many games as they like. Optional one-time purchases unlock individual packs or Premium features.
What does Premium include?
Premium is a one-time purchase that you keep permanently. It unlocks every challenge pack and unlimited player entries. Packs can also be purchased one by one. Current local prices are shown in the App Store and Google Play.
Do I need to create an account?
No. Players install the app and join each game with a display name and its game code.
How many people can play?
A free game supports up to four player entries with no limit on the number of games. Premium unlocks unlimited player entries. Larger groups can also form teams and use one phone per team.
Available on iPhone, iPad, and Android.
Ready to start the chase?
Install PicChase, choose a few challenges, and invite your group with a game code.