🎮 Classic

Classic Mode is SatQuiz's foundational game mode where you can practice geography at your own pace. Choose from 8 thematic categories, each containing carefully curated locations from around the world. Perfect for learning, practice, or casual play without time pressure.

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What is Classic Mode?

Classic Mode offers an unlimited, self-paced geography learning experience. Unlike timed challenges or competitive modes, Classic Mode lets you focus on learning and improvement without pressure. You can play as many rounds as you want, revisit categories you're struggling with, and gradually build your knowledge of world geography through satellite imagery recognition.

How It Works

Choose Your Category: Select from 8 thematic categories based on your interests or what you want to learn
Answer Questions: Identify locations from satellite imagery with multiple-choice options
Use Hints: Each location includes a descriptive hint to help you narrow down the answer
Track Progress: See your accuracy and streaks for each category
No Time Limit: Take as long as you need to study the imagery and make your choice
Unlimited Rounds: Play continuously without daily limits or waiting periods

8 Thematic Categories

Each category offers a unique perspective on world geography. Explore diverse locations tailored to specific themes:

Cities

Learn urban patterns from New York's grid to Tokyo's density and recognize major cities worldwide.

Football Stadiums

From Camp Nou to Maracanã, recognize iconic football stadiums worldwide. European classics, South American giants, and historic Olympic venues.

Racing Circuits

Identify famous F1, MotoGP, and NASCAR circuits from Monaco to Indianapolis.

Airports

Challenge yourself with unique runway layouts from Lukla to Gibraltar and beyond.

American Football

Test your knowledge of NFL and college football stadiums from Michigan Stadium ("The Big House") to SoFi Stadium and legendary Lambeau Field.

Monuments & Landmarks

From ancient wonders to modern marvels and natural formations around the world.

Countries

Identify countries by their silhouettes and borders. Master political geography with only country shapes visible—no internal details.

Islands

Famous islands globally. From tropical paradises to volcanic formations and island nations.

Perfect For

Students: Learn geography in a fun, visual way without the stress of timed tests
Teachers: Use as an educational supplement or classroom activity
Geography Enthusiasts: Deepen your knowledge of global locations at your own pace
Casual Players: Relax with unlimited rounds of geographical discovery
Travelers: Familiarize yourself with destinations you plan to visit or places you've been

Learning Benefits

Classic Mode provides numerous educational benefits:

Spatial Reasoning: Develop the ability to analyze geographical features and patterns from above
Visual Memory: Strengthen your memory through repeated exposure to distinctive locations
Cultural Awareness: Learn about different regions, their development, and significance
Critical Thinking: Use hints and visual clues to deduce correct answers
Self-Paced Learning: Progress at your own speed without pressure or competition

Scoring and Progress

Your performance in Classic Mode is tracked across all categories:

Accuracy Percentage: See your overall success rate for each category
Streak Counter: Track consecutive correct answers to measure improvement
Total Questions: Monitor how many locations you've encountered
Personal Bests: Challenge yourself to beat your own records

Tips for Success

Study the satellite image carefully before choosing - notice water features, urban patterns, and terrain
Read the hint thoroughly - it provides important contextual clues
Start with categories you're familiar with to build confidence
Use the process of elimination with the multiple-choice options
Return to challenging categories regularly to reinforce learning
Take notes on distinctive features that help you identify similar locations

Why Classic Mode?

While our other modes (Campaign, Daily Challenge, and Duel) offer structured challenges and competition, Classic Mode provides freedom and flexibility. It's ideal when you want to:

Learn without time pressure or competitive stress
Focus on specific categories you want to master
Practice before attempting Daily Challenges or Duels
Enjoy geography exploration as a relaxing activity
Build foundational knowledge before tackling harder modes