Treasure Hunting Game

Users can learn the applications of GPS and GIS and gain the knowledge of local culture by observing the environment and reading the local history placards during the answer-finding process.

Since Treasure Hunting Game integrates spatial map data, the system can display the places for the treasures according to the order you set. Also, the system can indicate the distance and the direction to the next scenic spot to effectively manage the activity area and time. As the treasure hunting game finishes, the system can automatically calculate the participants' scores of understanding the quizzes.

The database of Treasure Hunting Game system contains three parts, Treasure Location Database, Map Basic Data, and Quiz Database. Since each treasure location has geographic coordinates, the quiz can automatically appear when the participant is near the treasure. The map basic data apply SuperGIS Desktop as the platform for creating maps, while SuperGIS Mobile Engine 3, the mobile GIS application SDK (Software Development Kit) is utilized as the core object. The highly flexible development mode and complete object controls of SuperGIS Mobile Engine 3 assist developers in developing intuitive and desired game program.

Treasure Hunting Game not only remains the fun of hunting treasures with maps but also integrates GPS and GIS functions. With a designed route for treasure hunting, the participants would not miss any places for treasures and can learn how to apply GPS/GIS and the skills of reading maps in an interesting way.