# MysteryHike: Travel & Explore — See Where You’ve Been

> GPS-based game for tracking travel, exploring, and gamified discovery. (iPhone/iPad app by MysteryTech s.r.o..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysteryhike-travel-and-explore/id6478465626 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MysteryTech s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732930773)
- Category: Travel, Games, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 121 App Store ratings · 281 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 162 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-06-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysteryhike-travel-and-explore/id6478465626/reviews.md

## What is MysteryHike?

MysteryHike® is the best GPS game that takes your traveling, exploring, staying active, and having fun to the next level. Mapping out every place you’ve visited, it tracks your journeys and inspires you to explore corners of your city or trails you might usually skip.


Key Features
- IRL Game Experience – A real-life adventure where every step reveals new terrain.
- Fog of World Concept – Reveal the paths you walk and see your personal map grow.
- City Fragments – Explore your city 100% and unlock epic rewards.
- Route Visualisation – See detailed maps of your travels and destinations.
-  % of World Progress – Track your global discovery percentage and push it higher.
- MysteryPlaces – Find hidden treasures from natural wonders to cultural gems.
- MysteryBook – Share reviews, stories, and tips with other explorers.
- Gamified Exploration – Earn XP, level up, and climb the global leaderboard.
- Special Badges – Unlock badges by completing missions, challenges, and events.

Discover MysteryPlaces like mountain peaks, landmarks, and cultural icons. Leave reviews, share tips in the MysteryBook, and connect with other explorers.

With City Fragments, every city is split into smaller parts you can reveal step by step. Reach 100% and unlock epic rewards.

The more you move, the more fun it gets. Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and challenge yourself with missions. Collect epic badges and rewards that turn everyday walks into real-life adventures—making every journey feel like a game.

MysteryHike blends travel, gaming, and exploration into one unforgettable experience. Whether you’re unlocking hidden corners of your neighborhood, scaling mountain peaks, or discovering cultural landmarks abroad, MysteryHike makes exploration addictive and fun.
Turn the world into your playground. Start your journey with MysteryHike today.


Terms of Service: https://mysteryhike.com/terms-of-service/
Privacy Policy: https://mysteryhike.com/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Real-life adventure game
- Fog of World map reveal
- City exploration and rewards
- Route visualization
- Global discovery percentage tracking
- Find hidden treasures
- Gamified exploration with leaderboards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MysteryHike Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| MysteryHike Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium Account | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium Account | $59.99 | one-time |
| Portal Pack 01 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Portal Pack 02 | $59.99 | one-time |
| Portal pack 03 | $119.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #78 in Top Grossing · Travel (US App Store)

## What do users think of MysteryHike?

**Pros**

- 🌍 Explore the real world like a game
- 🏞️ Great for hiking and daily activities
- 🔍 Discover new places and landmarks
- 🤝 Ability to compete with friends
- 🔋 Works well in the background

**Cons**

- 🐢 Slow performance and stuttering
- 🚫 Premium features locked behind a subscription
- 🚗 Speed limit too low for car-based exploration
- 🧭 Disappearing progress when zooming out
- 🖼️ AI-generated art instead of real photos

## Recent user reviews (10 of 281)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mysteryhike-travel-and-explore/id6478465626/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Worst gps tracker in the world

*2026-08-17, version 3.0.269*

Absolute worst tracker ever. ANSWER THIS QUESTION… HOW DID I GET FROM THAT LART OF THE STREET TO THE NEXT BLOCK? MAGIC? WAS IT MAGIC? THEN FIX IT. YALL ARE TRASH.

### 4/5 — Add Friends

*2026-08-16, version 3.0.269*

Awesome app. Feels like I’m in a video game unlocking the over-world. Just wish I could see/compare maps with friends

### 5/5 — Pretty fun app

*2026-08-05, version 3.0.269*

Gives you a map of all the places you’ve been. Pretty cool to see. Works while driving, hiking, biking, and even boating.

### 5/5 — Great game but…

*2026-08-02, version 3.0.269*

Great GPS game that inspires one using it to complete their daily steps. However, while I don’t mind premium packages, the yearly, monthly, and lifetime packages only last 30, 7, and 45 days respectively. That is very misleading. Other than that, tapping on achievements or icons do not explain what they do or what they are for. Lastly, picking a country flag or choosing a different fog color shouldn’t all be premium price but that’s only a minor note. Great game, thus far. I love the premise and the motivation to walk and explore. 

Oh. And if I could suggest a photo upload feature so that people can photograph some of the POI’s. That would be awesome.

### 2/5 — Well been looking for something like this all my life

*2026-08-01, version 3.0.269*

Driving at 20 mph it says I am going over 50 and nothing saves
When I am going 30 mph it says 70+

I switched from k to mph as my 8 yr old had we were going over 110 which I was on double park city streets going about 25 mph

How can you calibrate speed and then is would be 4-5 start

### 1/5 — Pay to win?

*2026-08-01, version 3.0.269*

Well, they made a walking app into a pay to win game so crazy

### 1/5 — At first it was great

*2026-07-30, version 3.0.269*

But now my map looks dreadful due to driving and expected to pay a fee? Also the speed when driving is so inaccurate it’s unreal. 

Worst app

### 5/5 — CLOUD BACKUP

*2026-07-29, version 3.0.269*

I truly love the app. But we need Cloud storage. It will be so disappointing when I want to change my device and I loose my whole progress. 
Also, there are areas that I can’t unlock even when I’m right on them.

Also it’ll be great if you could add a way to save and label places. I discovered places that I would like to keep in my book.

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2026-07-27, version 3.0.269*

I paid for one year and I enjoy clearing the map trying to get 100% in a couple areas and great for vacations

### 3/5 — Nice Start - Needs To Mature

*2026-07-22, version 3.0.269*

I love roadtrips and love to explore off the beaten path. I have 4 map/tracking apps that run all the time, providing a visual record of where I’ve been.
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This app is a good addition. It offers the cleanest look and smoothest tracking of all five apps I now use. It also adds in points of interest that entice you off the usual routes and offer chances to discover what you miss on the Interstates.
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But that being said, there are a lot of things that need improvement or features that would make it better. 
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- POIs. First and foremost, these are a mess. Most seem to be churches and many of them are listed as ‘Unknown’ or are simply wrong. E.G. ‘Pleasant Dale Church’ in Independence, KS hasn’t existed for over 40 years. If you drive down the gravel road you’ll find trees and a piece of concrete that was once the foundation slab. Or you’ll see two POIs across the street from each other - both small churches - but the 100 year old stunning courthouse two blocks away isn’t listed. Update the POIs please.
- Next is the journal. This shows things like how many cities and POIs you’ve discovered, but no way to list them (except in one spot where they’re only listed by date). There seems to be no way to see which of the cities you’ve visited, other than to zoom out on the map and scroll. 
- Portal Mode: You can earn (and buy) portals - which allow you to essentially tap or trace the map and reveal areas you haven’t been to. Great way to complete a map, but makes the leaderboards into a ‘pay to win’ proposition. 
- Search feature: Doesn’t seem to work. Only four city ‘fragments’ are displayed to show where I might want to explore more - but if I want to see more I have to go to the map and press-hold to select the area - which then shows the borders of that section.
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So overall, it’s nice and shows great promise. But the ability to buy your way onto the leaderboards removes the competitive element, the outdated/missing POIs, and the clunky way to review travels dampen the enjoyment quite a bit.

## Frequently asked questions about MysteryHike

### What does MysteryHike do?

MysteryHike is a GPS-based game that turns exploration into an adventure. It maps your journeys, reveals new terrain as you move, and encourages you to discover new places in your city or beyond. You can unlock rewards, find hidden treasures, and compete on global leaderboards.

### What are the key features of MysteryHike?

Key features include a real-life game experience, the 'Fog of World' concept to reveal paths, 'City Fragments' for exploring urban areas, route visualization, tracking your global discovery percentage, finding 'MysteryPlaces', and gamified exploration with XP, leveling up, and badges.

### Is MysteryHike free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a free experience with in-app purchases. This allows users to enjoy the core exploration and gamification features, with optional purchases for additional benefits or content.

### Who is MysteryHike for?

This app is designed for people who love to travel, explore new places, stay active, and enjoy gamified experiences. It's perfect for those who want to discover hidden gems in their surroundings or make their travels more engaging and rewarding.

### How does the 'Fog of World' concept work?

The 'Fog of World' concept is a core feature where the map is initially obscured. As you physically move and explore, the paths you walk are revealed, creating a personal map of your journeys. This mechanic encourages exploration to uncover the entire map.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.269 — 2026-06-18

Enjoy a smoother experience with this update! We've fixed minor bugs and made performance improvements to keep everything running perfectly.

### 3.0.268 — 2026-06-16

Enjoy a smoother experience with this update! We've fixed minor bugs and made performance improvements to keep everything running perfectly.

### 3.0.267 — 2026-06-13

Enjoy a smoother experience with this update! We've fixed minor bugs and made performance improvements to keep everything running perfectly.

### 3.0.251 — 2026-05-28

Enjoy a smoother experience with this update! We've fixed minor bugs and made performance improvements to keep everything running perfectly.

### 3.0.248 — 2026-05-27

Enjoy a smoother experience with this update! We've fixed minor bugs and made performance improvements to keep everything running perfectly.

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