GeoMania

The last time I studied Geography was in college but that knowledge is unfortunately long forgotten and I’m sorry to say what I retain now is thanks to my viewing of the Amazing Race. Because my geographical aptitude is so sorry  this app had me all worked up. GeoMania tests your knowledge of world geography. It asks you to find locations on a globe. The globe is a really neat feature. You can spin it and zoom in and out. When you’ve found the location that’s asked for tap it on the globe and you’ll find out if you were right. I did not get a single answer right but I did get close. A few times. Points are scored for the accuracy of your answers and the time it takes you to figure them out. In the settings you can change the globe from a satellite view to a night or political view. You can also turn off the borders. I am nowhere near hard core enough to attempt that. I selected the political view because the countries show up in different colors. That helped me out. A little.

If you are a geography nut then you’ll enjoy this game or if you have older children this would be a great way for them to practice their geography. It’s been a great long while since I was in high school, and an even greater, longer while since junior high and I can’t remember when the serious geography studies begin. I can’t suggest an age range for GeoMania but I wouldn’t have your children try it before they’ve got a good knowledge base. Otherwise they’ll end up frustrated. It’s a tough app! At least it was for me…

Price when Reviewed: $1.99

Seller: Tritap

Disclosure: I received a free copy of this app for review purposes.