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Indoor photo scavenger hunt

A small room can produce plenty of discoveries when prompts focus on color, shape, texture, letters, and creative arrangements rather than distance.

At a glance

A weather-proof activity that works in compact, controlled spaces.

Best setting
Home, classroom, office, hall, or party venue
Group format
Individuals or teams sharing a device
Recommended mode
Timed for quick energy; Collection for quieter groups
Suggested duration
10–25 minutes
Preparation
Mark rooms that are off limits and remove prompts that reveal private information
Devices
Each player entry needs the app; teams can share one phone per team.

Why PicChase fits

Household, Shapes, Colors, and ABC Hunt are included free, and a host can remove any unsuitable prompt before starting.

PicChase active photo challenge screen

Step-by-step setup

  1. Choose the play area and define clear boundaries.
  2. Choose the recommended mode, timer, and team format.
  3. Select a pack or create a free custom list, then remove unsuitable prompts.
  4. Share the game code, confirm safety rules, and start only after every team is connected.

Sample challenges

  • Something soft beside something hard
  • A hidden alphabet letter in an object
  • Three shades of one color
  • The smallest reflection you can find
  • An arrangement that looks like an animal

Facilitation and safety tips

  • Keep stairs, kitchens, storage, and private rooms off limits when appropriate.
  • Do not move fragile, hot, sharp, or confidential items.
  • Use seated searching or object-arranging alternatives for accessibility.

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.

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