# Agents of Discovery — user reviews > 31 indexed App Store user reviews of Agents of Discovery by Agents of Discovery Inc, rated 4.60/5 from 370 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/agents-of-discovery/id986188357/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/agents-of-discovery/id986188357.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 300 · 4★ 37 · 3★ 11 · 2★ 7 · 1★ 15 ## What do users think of Agents of Discovery? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 🌳 Great for outdoor exploration - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for families and kids - 💡 Educational and engaging learning - 🆓 Free to use - 🌍 Encourages getting outside - 🏆 Provides rewards and badges - 🤩 Amazing learning experience - ✨ Outstanding educational app - 🚀 Fun and engaging game - 💯 Highly recommended **Cons** - ⚠️ Can be distracting and dangerous - 📉 Functionality not ready - 📍 Locations are too far - ❓ Unclear instructions and location - 🚫 App resets when switching - 🔋 Eats a lot of battery - 😵 App continuously hangs - ❌ Wouldn't load mission list - 💥 App shuts down on mission click - 🗺️ Map does not work - 📱 Continually crashes on iPhone 6 - 👻 Mysterious download - ❌ Device invalid error - 🗑️ App won't open after update - 💥 Crashes straight away **Commonly reported bugs** - Button color change barely noticeable - User doesn't realize question is over - App resets when switching apps - App continuously hangs - Wouldn't load mission list - App shuts down on mission click - Map does not work - QR codes not registered - Continually crashes on iPhone 6 - Device invalid error - App won't open after update - Crashes straight away **Most requested features** - Map view needed - Provide name and address of parks - Clarify image requests - Different rewards or badges - Map feature to choose locations - General location information ## Newest reviews (10 of 31) ### 3/5 — Great intent! Not quite ready. *2025-06-05* The intent of this app is great. But its functionality is not quite ready for prime time. When tapped, the color change of the buttons is barely noticeable. Upon first use, I didn’t notice it. After tapping responses, suddenly the user realizes the question is overwith and the earned points are displayed. Did I miss something? When I chose the Scrub series, where was I supposed to be located? Maybe give name and address of the park. When picture of a walkway into the woods is displayed and a user image is requested, what am I supposed to provide? An image of what? Where was I expected to be located? Snapping an image of what? This game is a great concept. Perhaps could earn different rewards or badges. 10 parks visited, 5 waterfront parks, 5 flat woods preserves, 5 north county and 5 south county. Images of wildlife like scrubjay, tortoise, osprey, snake, etc. ### 4/5 — Harry’s Dad *2023-09-25* My kids really enjoy using this app to explore and learn. The only real bug bear I have is if they want to take photos they have to leave the app, which then takes time to reload. ### 3/5 — Needs a map view *2023-06-21* Our kids enjoy using this app and learning what makes the park so special and unique. And it’s encouraging to see new locations added every few months and keeps the kids excited to explore new places. This app really needs a map view instead of just the locations based on the distance. When people travel, this feature may help immensely by giving us places to visit and plan ahead. ### 3/5 — Needs closer locations *2018-11-06* 1- there’s nothing wrong with the app, my daughters love it, but the closest location is nearly three hours away. There’s two state forests a National Forest and too many large state parks just minutes from my back door that have nothing for the app 2- there should be a map feature to choose from as well as the scroll down list that the app presently uses. 3- a location, even a general one, would be nice. About 90 percent of these places I’ve never heard of- who knew there was a nature center outside of Pittsburgh? Not this one and I’m an outdoor writer! **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your review! Our Missions are created and hosted by partnered sites and parks all across North America. We are always working with partners of all sorts to bring new Missions to our roster, so check back often. You can take a peek at our full list of Missions here: www.agentsofdiscovery.com/play/missions If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com. ### 5/5 — AoD at Trethewey House *2018-10-16, version 3.8.1* We use this App to promote heritage education outside of the regular classroom. Through the app, visitors of all ages are now able to enjoy our heritage site whenever they want, however often they want, and for free! We have two missions, one for kids, and one for adults, but both can actually be used by either group - perfect for an inter generational family outing! It’s a bit like mixing geocaching with Pokémon Go, but with an additional heritage/history twist...and so much fun! ### 4/5 — Agents on Hiawatha National Forest *2018-10-16* This educational, place-based app is brand new to Hiawatha National Forest but has thus far been an amazing tool to bring students and families out to connect with the many faces of the Forest. The only reason I did not give 5 stars is to bring attention to the fact that these “Missions” are not set-it and forget-it; we have seen far more success with having staff on site to help guide and expand upon lessons. Overall a fantastic teaching tool, great work Agents of Discovery! **Developer response:** We’re glad to hear you’ve been enjoying your Agents of Discovery experience! If you are currently partnered with us and have any questions or concerns about how your Missions and Challenges can be made more engaging and intuitive for your players and staff, please reach out to your Customer Success Representative and they will be happy to provide further insight. Thanks for your review! ### 5/5 — Amazing game!! *2016-05-11, version 1.4.4* This is a great game to get kids outside! ### 1/5 — Looks great, can't create ID *2016-02-27, version 1.4.2* The app looks great, but we cannot create an ID, and get the message device invalid. (iPhone 5, iPad Air) We will play as guest, anticipating this issue will be resolved soon. ### 5/5 — So Much Fun *2015-12-16, version 1.2.4* What a fun app! This is a great way to get kids engaged learning and outside. Highly recommend! ### 1/5 — Needs to be fixed! *2015-09-18, version 1.2.0* App won't even open now! After the last update we lost all our log in information and all the parks we explored were no longer showing our completed activities. Now it's not working at all. Very disappointed! Please fix this! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Dangerous *2026-01-12* This app is cool and all BUT I found it to be very dangerous to use while walking on these trails in particular the bee Pokémon go style game as I was walking I walked into the pond and off a cliff on accident, I have great special awareness but this app does too good of a job taking my attention to the digital world of quizzes and games that I almost committed to a life in heaven or hell I don’t know where I’d go to be fair. This app is no good to me let alone little children. ### 1/5 — Frustrating *2024-10-05* Every time you click out of the app to do something like take a photo, it resets back to the start!! ### 1/5 — TEA-RASH *2022-11-25, version 5.4.2* TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH TRASH ### 1/5 — App continuously hangs *2022-06-28* The app would constantly hang on the screen that said “contacting headquarters” or something like that. I would have to hard quit and restart. The app claims it doesn’t need internet access if you download the map so why does it need to contact headquarters? It also eats a ton of battery using GPS. I’m sure it could be more efficient with GPS. **Developer response:** Hey there, We're sorry to hear that you've been experiencing issues with the Agents of Discovery game on your device. We recommend checking the link below to ensure that your device is compatible: https://aod.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360019236174-Supported-Devices If your device is compatible and you are still experiencing issues, please consider reaching out to us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com and let us know the Mission(s) you were playing and the kind of Apple device you're using. We promise to do our very best to help you get up and running! ### 1/5 — Wouldn’t load *2021-12-11* Couldn’t even get to the mission list. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2020-09-17* I was really looking forward to using this app with my daughter but every time we click on a mission the app shuts down. **Developer response:** Hey Kimberly, We're sorry to hear that you've been experiencing issues with the Agents of Discovery game on your device. We recommend checking the link below to ensure that your device is compatible: https://aod.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360019236174-Supported-Devices If your device is compatible and you are still experiencing issues, please consider reaching out to us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com and let us know the Mission(s) you were playing and the kind of Apple device you're using. We promise to do our very best to help you get up and running! ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work *2020-09-06* Tried it in multiple parks and the map does not work. It never opens challenges or registers QR code’s. **Developer response:** Hey Agent, We're sorry to hear that you've been experiencing issues with the Agents of Discovery game on your device. We recommend checking the link below to ensure that your device is compatible: https://aod.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360019236174-Supported-Devices If your device is compatible and you are still experiencing issues, please consider reaching out to us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com and let us know the Mission(s) you were playing and the kind of Apple device you're using. We promise to do our very best to help you get up and running! ### 1/5 — Continually Crashes on iPhone 6 *2020-08-13* Continually Crashes on iPhone 6 **Developer response:** Thanks for reaching out; the iPhone 6 is no longer supported as this device is no longer receiving regular updates from Apple. To enjoy our game to the fullest, please make sure you are using a device that is capable of connecting to the latest version of iOS (13.7). If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com. ### 1/5 — Nevada? *2020-08-12* None for the whole state of Nevada? We have a Nat’l Park, State Parks, Historical Sites, Cultural Sites, Ghost Towns, etc... **Developer response:** Thank you so much for your review, Marcel! Our Missions are created and hosted by partnered sites and parks all across North America. We are always working with partners of all sorts to bring new Missions to our roster (and we are DEFINITELY hoping to get some more Nevada sites on board), so check back often. You can take a peek at our full list of Missions here: www.agentsofdiscovery.com/play/missions If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact us via support@agentsofdiscovery.com. ### 1/5 — Mysterious download *2018-11-08, version 3.9.3* I just found the app on my phone! I’m not a game person and have no games on my phone. I Don’t remember downloading it at all. Nobody else has access to my phone either! How is this possible? I was worried maybe it is a kinda hacking app which steals my information. Has it occurred to anyone? ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Haig St Quarry Adventure *2026-01-17* This is probably the best place I have ever been. ### 5/5 — Wonderful game, helps get everyone out in nature *2025-09-07* I really appreciate the app and the fun times it has given our family. Great for exploring your own backyard at no cost, just really grateful that there are people who took the time to put together great resources like this for the community to enjoy at no cost. Thank you! ### 5/5 — Awsome *2025-05-27* Perfect for all ages … walked around the park and if you fallow the apps advise you get a cool pride at the end ### 5/5 — Fun *2025-04-27* My school recently had this program where we designed a mission on this app, and I loved it! My siblings (who are younger) enjoyed playing the app, and getting outside. I like the goal of this app as well. Overall, I would recommend it for people that like exploring and young kids that are up for a walk/hike. ### 5/5 — A kid *2024-03-29* Hi it’s good people best app LES GOOO BOYS GAMIN WITH THE BOYZ a and yes i am thwee years old ### 5/5 — Amazing experience *2023-11-27* Agents of Discovery is an outstanding educational app that combines augmented reality and real-world exploration for an engaging learning experience. Highly recommended for educators and students alike ### 5/5 — Great fun! *2022-08-28* Our grandsons ages 6 and 9 loved doing the challenges. They said it reminded them of earth caches, the treasure is knowledge. Thank you for the wonderful learning experience. They want to do more!! ❤️ ### 5/5 — Getting better and better *2022-01-14* This is a fun and engaging game for young kids and adults who love to be outside, exploring. The app features lots of improvements over the last several years and the addition of play-at-home missions makes it accessible to everyone no matter if they’re near a mission site or are farther away ### 5/5 — Fun and educational. *2018-10-29* The game it a great way to learn about new places and the environment around it. I have also learned new things from places I’ve visited before. The challenges allow for some friendly competition but also provides lots of education. **Developer response:** Thank you for your review! We are so glad you’ve been enjoying Agents of Discovery. Check out our Missions page (www.agentsofdiscovery.com/play/missions/) to learn where else you can play and don't forget to tag your photos with #AgentsofDiscovery! Keep up the good work, Agent! ### 5/5 — Agents in Tucson, AZ *2018-10-18* I played this game with my daughter and her friends at Mission Garden in Tucson, AZ and they loved it! They are in 5th grade and found the game easy to understand and the challenge questions fun to find and answer. My daughter literally exclaimed, “This is so fun, I love this!” I even saw a high school student playing while we were there and loving the “scavenger hunt” nature of the game. It’s clearly fun for all ages! It is extremely satisfying to see kids get excited about being outside and learning about nature. **Developer response:** That’s great to hear, Cori! We’ll be sure to let our friends at Mission Garden know about the fun your daughter and her friends had completing that Mission. You can see all the nearby Missions we offer and look for new ones to try at our Missions page (www.agentsofdiscovery.com/play/missions/). Thank you for your review! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-31.*