Nearby — Guess the Mystery Country
Guess any country and we'll show you how close you are — by distance and direction — until you home in on today's hidden country.
How to play
- Type any country and submit your guess.
- Each guess shows the distance to the mystery country, a direction arrow, and a "proximity" score — the warmer, the closer.
- Use the clues to narrow it down and find today's country in as few guesses as possible.
- Come back tomorrow for a new country and keep your streak going.
About the game
Nearby is a daily geography deduction game. Every day there's one mystery country, the same for everyone. There are no multiple-choice options — just your knowledge of where countries sit on the map. Guess a country, read the distance and compass direction to the target, and close in guess by guess.
Frequently asked questions
How do you play Nearby?
There's one hidden mystery country each day, the same for everyone. Guess any country and we'll tell you how far it is from the target and in which direction — hotter as you get closer. Keep guessing until you find it in as few tries as possible.
Does the puzzle change every day?
Yes — a new mystery country is chosen every day at midnight UTC, identical for all players, so you can compare results with friends.
Is Nearby free?
Yes, free and no sign-up. Your streak and best score are stored on your device.