Virtual Treasure Hunting

Challenge your mind and solve the daily riddle—all from the comfort of your couch.

JOIN THE HUNT (IT'S FREE)

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How to Play

Virtual treasure hunts that test your mind and willpower. Join the Quest and compete for cash prizes.

Riddle & Clues

Each Quest starts with a riddle and clues are provided by the Quest Master that point to a virtual location.

Trusted Allies

Add Allies to your cause and form trusted relationships to discuss the ongoing Quest and get help.

Make Guesses

Submit guesses where you think the virtual treasure is located based on a set of GPS coordinates.

You Found it!

You solved the riddle! Keep your daily streak up by playing each day.

Free to Play with Minimal Ads

We have 1-2 ads before each daily Quest begins. That's it! Enjoy competing against your friends and see who can solve the riddle!

Smarter Than the Quest Master?

See if you can find where the virtual treasure is located. Use your wit and logic to solve the sample Quest below.

Each riddle points to a specific virtual location in the U.S where the treasure is hidden (based on GPS coordinates)

The Quest Master provides additional hints to help you decode the riddle

Talk to your "Allies" and debate with the community

Think you know where it is? Submit your 5 guesses everyday (10 guesses per day for ibiana+ subscribers)

Beat out the competition and find the treasure first to be our next cash winner!

Invite friends to play. If they win, we'll give you $100—our "Ally Bonus".

Every new player, increases the prize. We also share a portion of our revenue with the community.

Know the location? Come play a live Quest and have a chance to win cash!

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Where Do You Want to Compete?

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What is ibiana?

ibiana

pronounced "ee-bee-ah-nuh"

noun

the conjunctive version of:

ibi - a Latin word meaning, "there, in that place", and

ana - a collection of miscellaneous information about a particular place

ibiana is the world's first virtual treasure hunting platform for serious mystery solvers and puzzlers.

Compete against others online and be the first to decipher the coordinates of where the virtual treasure is hidden.

-- Jacob Merkley, Co-Founder & CEO

The Team Making it Happen

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience the thrill of mystery. Our team of expert riddle writers have created an exciting experience that will keep you engaged for hours. Whether you're a seasoned mystery solver or a newcomer to the world of riddles, ibiana has something for you.

Jacob Merkley

Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer

An entrepreneur with a passion for treasure hunting, Jacob helped start ibiana to foster the intellectual-adventure side in all of us. With a BS in Accounting, MBA, and successful startup build under his belt, Jacob is primed to help build ibiana into the world's largest virtual treasure hunting platform.

Secret Quest Master

Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer

With an IQ of 165 and perpetual riddle maker, the Quest Master is the brain behind every riddle and clue. His wisdom and mighty intellect might just help you locate the virtual treasure, or provide some witty trolling for the community's comic relief. His identity remains anonymous for privacy and safety reasons.

Robert Merkley

Board of Directors, Investor

With a BS in Finance and 30+ years in computer programming, accounting, and investment analysis, Robert focuses on adding strategic direction to the long-term success of ibiana. His recent sale of a professional services firm gives him time and a breadth of experience running a successful business operation.

Unlock Your Inner Wit

Steel yourself and get ready to embark on a grand Quest, all from the comfort of your couch.

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Where Do You Want to Compete?

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