Need a hand tonight?
Most answers are below. If you're stuck mid-story, email us and we'll reply as quickly as we can.
Contact: admin@lorecities.com. Please tell us your city, the story, and your reward code if you have one.
"I'm here" doesn't unlock
- Make sure Lore can use your location. On iPhone: Settings → Lore → Location → While Using the App. On Android: Settings → Apps → Lore → Permissions → Location → Allow only while using the app.
- GPS can drift in narrow lanes and covered arcades. Step out into the open for a few seconds, then try again.
- Still stuck? Tap Reveal to see the exact spot on the map. It costs 30 points.
The photo challenge won't open the camera
Allow camera access. On iPhone: Settings → Lore → Camera. On Android: Settings → Apps → Lore → Permissions → Camera. You can also skip any photo challenge.
Rewards at the venue
- Show the reward screen to staff when you arrive. They check the code in the Lore partner portal.
- Rewards are valid on the night, until the time shown, and drinks rewards are for over-18s only.
- If a venue is full or closed, email us with your code and we'll sort it out.
Getting around
You can walk, take a taxi or a ride app, use the bus or train, or drive between places. On the reward screen, choose how you're getting there and Lore gives you the right directions.
Group races
One phone creates the race and shares the four-letter code. The other teams tap Join a group race and enter it. Every phone needs an internet connection.
Your data
See the privacy policy. To delete a reward code we hold, email us the code.