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About Games Afoot
Learn about our family of walking games and our mission to make fitness fun
Welcome to Games Afoot, Inc.
We’re on a mission to transform the way people think about walking and fitness. By combining exploration with engaging gameplay, we create experiences that make exercise feel like play.
Our family of apps includes goAgatha, goWalkWise, and goSherlock – each designed to turn your daily walks into exciting adventures. We strive to #MakeWalkingFun!
Our Family of Games
👣 goAgatha
Walking Detective Adventures – Solve mysteries while walking between real or imaginary locations. Each game takes you on a thrilling detective journey through cities like New York, Asheville, and Paris.
Perfect for mystery lovers who want to combine their love of puzzles with healthy walking habits.
Available Now👣 goWalkWise
Smart Walking Companion – Your intelligent walking partner that tracks your progress while taking you on a guided tour of our venues. All while helping you achieve your fitness goals.
Designed for walkers who want to discover interesting new cities without the gameplay of goAgatha or goSherlock.
Available Now👣 goSherlock
Advanced Detective Cases – Take on complex mysteries that require deep thinking and careful investigation. More challenging than goAgatha, with intricate storylines.
Coming soon for serious puzzle enthusiasts who want the ultimate detective challenge.
Coming Soon🎯 Our Mission
At Games Afoot, we believe that staying active shouldn’t feel like a chore. Our games are designed to make walking fun, engaging, and rewarding by combining exploration with compelling gameplay. We strive to #MakeWalkingFun!
Whether you’re solving mysteries with goAgatha, taking a guided tour with goWalkWise, or preparing for the advanced challenges in goSherlock, our goal is to help you discover the joy of walking while achieving your fitness goals.
💡 Our Values
Interesting Venues
Every game takes you to venues, real or imaginary, encouraging exploration of your community and beyond.
Mental Engagement
Combine physical activity with mental challenges to keep both your body and mind active.
Personalized Experience
Our games adapt to your fitness level and preferences for the perfect challenge.
Fun First
We prioritize enjoyment over everything else – if it’s not fun, we won’t build it.
🏢 About Games Afoot, Inc.
Founded with the vision of making fitness accessible and enjoyable for everyone, Games Afoot, Inc. specializes in creating innovative walking games that combine technology, storytelling, and exploration.
Using our Are We There Yet? technology enables us to create sophisticated games quickly and also enables others to build complimentary games. Our team consists of game designers and technology innovators who are passionate about creating experiences that inspire people to move more while having fun.
Based on years of research into motivation and behavior change, our games are designed to help users develop lasting healthy habits through engaging gameplay that feels more like entertainment than exercise.
🔬 The Science Behind Our Games
Our approach is grounded in behavioral psychology and game design principles. We understand that traditional fitness apps often fail because they rely on willpower alone. Instead, our games:
- Provide intrinsic motivation through compelling narratives and challenges
- Create social connections through shared experiences and achievements
- Offer immediate feedback and rewards for progress
- Adapt to individual preferences and fitness levels
- Integrate seamlessly into daily routines