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How to Play FlavorGuessr

Master the art of culinary geography and become a world food expert! Test your knowledge of global cuisine in this delicious guessing game.

Master the Game in 4 Simple Steps

Follow these steps to become a culinary geography expert and climb the leaderboards!

STEP 1

Observe the Dish

Study the delicious food photo carefully. Look at ingredients, colors, presentation, and cooking style.

Pay attention to spices, vegetables, meat cuts, and serving methods

STEP 2

Use Smart Hints

Get helpful clues about ingredients, cooking methods, and cultural context to guide your guess.

Each hint costs 1,000 points from your maximum score

STEP 3

Make Your Guess

Select the country where you think this dish originates from our global selection.

Only correct answers earn points - wrong answers get zero

STEP 4

Score Maximum Points

Earn points based on accuracy and speed. The faster you answer correctly, the more points you get!

Speed matters: 0-10s = 100%, 11-30s = 90%, 31-60s = 80%, 61-120s = 70%

Game Features

Discover what makes FlavorGuessr the ultimate food guessing experience

Global Cuisine

Explore dishes from over 50 countries worldwide

Timed Challenges

Race against the clock for bonus points

Leaderboards

Compete with players around the world

Educational

Learn about food culture while having fun

Scoring & Rules

Understanding the scoring system will help you maximize your points

Time-Based Scoring

Each round starts with 5,000 points. Your final score depends on how quickly you answer!

0-10 sec: 100% • 11-30 sec: 90% • 31-60 sec: 80% • 61-120 sec: 70%

Accuracy Matters

Only correct answers earn points. Wrong answers give you zero points for that round.

Correct Answer: Full time-based score • Wrong Answer: 0 points

Strategic Hints

Hints help you learn but cost 1,000 points each from your maximum possible score.

Hint Penalty: -1,000 points per hint (minimum 500 points total)

Speed Bonus

Lightning-fast answers under 10 seconds earn the full 5,000 point maximum!

Speed Bonus: Answer in under 10 seconds for maximum points

Perfect Score Example

Here's how to achieve maximum points in a single round

5,000

Starting Points

Every round begins with maximum possible score

100%

Speed Multiplier

Answer in under 10 seconds for full points

Hints Used

No penalties, maximum score maintained

5,000 Points!

Perfect round achieved ✨

Time vs. Score Multiplier

0-10s

100%

5,000

11-30s

90%

4,500

31-60s

80%

4,000

61-120s

70%

3,500

120s+

50%

2,500

Pro Tips for Success

Expert strategies to help you become a FlavorGuessr master

Study the Ingredients

Look carefully at visible ingredients, spices, and cooking methods

Consider the Presentation

Different cultures have unique plating and serving styles

Think About Geography

Climate and location influence local cuisine significantly

Use Hints Wisely

Hints provide valuable clues but reduce your final score

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Ready to Become a Culinary Master?

Put your knowledge to the test and start your delicious journey around the world!