Exploration Guide

The complete PLAYING KOREA guide - from start to mastery

Getting Started

  1. Sign Up: Sign up easily with your email.
  2. Explore the Map: Select your desired region at the top of the main page.
  3. Choose a Game: Choose a game that matches your difficulty preference from the region's game list.

How to Play

Step 1: Check the Game Mission

  • Each game has a unique mission and objective.
  • Read the game background carefully to complete the mission.
  • Check any required items or precautions.

Step 2: Visit the Tourist Site

  • Enable GPS and head to the destination.
  • Stay safe and respect your surroundings.
  • Protect the ecosystem and always take your trash with you.

Step 3: Complete & Verify the Mission

  • Your location is verified automatically upon arrival at the designated spot.
  • Depending on the mission, take a photo or solve a quiz.
  • Press the complete button to submit the mission.

Step 4: Earn Points

  • Earn points based on difficulty when you complete a mission.
  • Easy: 100-200P, Medium: 200-300P, Hard: 300-500P
  • Earned points are reflected in rankings and rewards.

Recommended by Difficulty

Easy

Recommended for first-timers

  • Easily accessible urban parks or tourist spots
  • About 30 minutes or less
  • Flat terrain, light walking course

Medium

Recommended for those with some experience

  • Moderately difficult mountain terrain
  • About 30 minutes to 1 hour
  • Moderate fitness required

Hard

A challenge for experienced explorers

  • High-difficulty hiking courses
  • About 1 hour or more
  • High fitness and experience required

Safety Rules

Essential Safety Rules

  • Check the weather and postpone your exploration in bad weather.
  • Bring enough water and snacks.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
  • It's safer to go with a companion rather than alone.
  • Share your contact information in case of emergency.
  • Keep an appropriate distance if you encounter wildlife.
  • Do not stray from the trail.

How to Use Points

  • Ranking System: Challenge the nationwide ranking with your earned points.
  • Earn Badges: Get special badges when you meet certain conditions.
  • Gift Exchange: Exchange points for special gifts such as local food and specialties.
  • Giveaway Events: Enter regularly held events with your points.

Exploration Principles

PLAYING KOREA prioritizes ecological preservation above all. Please follow these principles as an explorer.

  1. Take Nothing but Photos.
  2. Leave Nothing but Footprints.
  3. Kill Nothing but Time.
  4. Only use designated trails.
  5. Protect wildlife and plants.
  6. Always take your trash with you.
  7. Minimize noise.

Have more questions?

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