ANNOUNCEMENTS

July 31, 2017

Munzee and Freeze Tag Merger

I’d like to communicate a new step in the evolution of Munzee Inc. Before I go any further I’d like to assure everyone, the Munzee family of games (Munzee, WallaBee, Eventzee) you’ve come to know and love will remain the same, if not better. Now that we are clear on that topic I’d like to give you some information on a formal merger of Munzee Inc. and Freeze Tag Inc.

For the last year, Munzee and Freeze Tag have been working together in various ways on Garfield GO! The app is powered, in part, by worldwide Munzee locations deployed by you, our amazing players. Many ideas incorporated into current gameplay are adapted from suggestions provided during early testing by Munzee players. The leadership team at Freeze Tag are top notch guys with vast experience in building apps and bringing in new players. We are excited to see their team join the Munzee family and help us all Grow the Game(s)!

The main reasoning behind the merger is the old saying, “two heads are better than one”. Both companies have done quite a bit of work together and we both believe we are stronger together than separate. In addition to key leadership, Freeze Tag brings experience in licensing deals, having provided the contact that brought the virtual Garfield trail in Muncie Indiana, in the Munzee app.

It would be completely wrong for me not to recognize the work Aaron, Scott, Chris, and Josh did to found this game, in July 2011. Without their idea and tireless (unpaid) work from day one none of us would be playing this game we all love so much. I’m thankful for the opportunity Aaron gave me 5 years ago to start as player and business relations. I felt at home and have loved every minute as the Chief Everything Officer, but it’s time for Munzee to grow beyond my individual knowledge and training.

October 4th will be 4 years since I took over as President, and I’m excited to expand that role into a larger company. I will be President of the newly merged company, and the best part is, I get to return to my passion; ideas, gameplay, community, and making a difference in the lives of our team and collective communities.

The future for the game of Munzee is so bright, with continued focus on WallaBee and Eventzee as well. We also look forward to working on AR components, and additional location-based advertising. All of these things fall in line with the direction we’ve been moving on our own, but we expect to accelerate the pace with our upcoming merged family.

Thank you to all of our players for standing by our side and growing the game over the last six years. As we embark on this new adventure, we’re excited for all of the future possibilities you have helped make reality.

Always and forever, Munzee on!

-Rob Vardeman
President and CzeeO, Munzee Inc.

If you are so inclined you can read more details in this press release.

July 31, 2017

ZeeOps: August Missions

Agents, despite our best attempts to keep this confidential, Director Zee is missing. After being replaced by the Dictator last month, his whereabouts have become unknown. Despite his absence, it’s up to ZeeOps Agents worldwide to continue their missions and protect the world.

Random archaic weapons shipments have begun popping up all over the world. You’ll need to investigate this by capturing and deploying Clan Weapon Munzees throughout the month.

The Clan Weapons that have begun to pop up all over the world may contain a hidden message from Director Zee. As a collector of weaponry of all sorts, Director Zee may be using these weapon deploys as a communication tactic. It is up to you to save Director Zee from whomever holds his fate.

August ZeeOps Operations are now live and you can begin planning your Missions to start on the following day. You can plan your Operations at munzee.com/ops/ and purchase more ZeeCred in the Munzee Online Store. You can also track your Missions in the new Munzee app update.

This month’s Missions are as follows:

LEVEL 1

Basic Training +- Earn at least 1,000 points.
Defensive Training- Deploy at least 10 munzees.
Offensive Training- Capture at least 25 munzees.
Back To Barbarianism I- Deploy at least 10 Clan Weapons of any kind.
Back To Barbarianism II- Capture at least 25 Clan Weapons of any kind.

LEVEL 2:

Group Training +- Earn at least 1,000 CapOn points.
Weaponized- Capture at least 15 Clan Weapons and deploy at least 5 Clan Weapons of any kind.
A Study In Swords- Capture at least 40 Clan Weapons of any kind.
Axe And You Shall Receive- Deploy at least 25 Clan Weapons of any kind.
Virtual Surreality- Capture at least 100 virtual munzees of any type.

LEVEL 3:

Advanced Training- Earn at least 10,000 points.
Always Aware- Deploy at least 50 physical munzees of any type.
CLANdestine- Deploy at least 40 Clan Weapons of any kind.
First Is The Worst- Capture at least 50 Clan Weapons of any kind.
Virtual Virus 2- Capture at least 250 virtual munzees of any type.

LEVEL 4:

Expert Training- Earn at least 50,000 points.
At The Helm- Deploy at least 100 greenies.
Armory Amendments- Deploy at least 60 Clan Weapons of any kind.
The First- Capture at least 75 Clan Weapons and deploy at least 35 Clan Weapons of any kind.
Co-Founding Fathers- Capture at least 250 physical type munzees.

Completing Operations will give you some hard earned rewards as well.

This month’s rewards are:

Basic Op
Rewards: 1 MVM, 2 Diamond Munzees, 1 Ruby Munzee, 1 Virtual Color, and 5 ZeeCred

Advanced Op
Rewards: 1 MVM, 2 Diamond Munzees, 2 Ruby Munzees, 1 Amethyst Munzee, 1 Aquamarine Munzee, and 10 ZeeCred

Mega Op
Rewards: 2 MVMs, 3 Diamond Munzees, 2 Ruby Munzees, 2 Amethyst Munzees, 3 Aquamarine Munzees, 1 Sapphire Munzee, and 25 ZeeCred

Ultra Op
Rewards:4 MVMs, 4 Diamond Munzees, 3 Ruby Munzees, 4 Amethyst Munzees, 5 Aquamarine Munzees, 2 Sapphire Munzees, and 50 ZeeCred

On behalf of MHQ, we thank you for your continued service.

This message will self destruct in 3… 2… 1…

July 28, 2017

August 2017 Clan Requirements

Level 1:

Individual Total Points*: 1,500
Clan Total Deploys: 30
Clan Total Caps: 125
Clan Total Points*: 20,000

Rewards: 1 Crossbow Munzee, 1 Mace Munzee, 1 MVM, 1 Virtual Color Credit, 1 Diamond Munzee Credit

Level 2:

Individual Total Points*: 5,000
Clan Total Deploys: 75
Clan Total Caps: 250
Clan Total Points*: 75,000

Rewards: 2 Crossbow Munzees, 2 Mace Munzees, 2 MVMs, 2 Diamond Munzee Credits, 1 Ruby Munzee Credit

Level 3:

Individual Total Points*: 10,000
Clan Total Deploys: 150
Clan Total Caps: 400
Clan Total Points*: 150,000

Rewards: 2 Crossbow Munzees, 2 Mace Munzees, 1 Longsword Munzee, 2 MVMs, 3 Diamond Munzee Credits, 2 Ruby Munzee Credits, 2 Aquamarine Munzee Credits

Level 4:

Individual Total Points*: 20,000
Clan Total Deploys: 250
Clan Total Caps: 750
Clan Total Points*: 300,000

Rewards: 1 Crossbow Munzee, 2 Mace Munzees, 2 Longsword Munzees, 2 Battle Axe Munzees, 3 MVMs, 3 Diamond Munzee Credits, 3 Ruby Munzee Credits, 3 Aquamarine Munzee Credits

Level 5:

Individual Total Points*: 35,000
Clan Total Deploys: 400
Clan Total Caps: 1,500
Clan Total Points*: 500,000

Rewards: 1 THE HAMMER, 2 Mace Munzees, 3 Longsword Munzees, 3 Battle Axe Munzees, 4 MVMs, 3 Diamond Munzees Credits, 3 Ruby Munzee Credits, 5 Aquamarine Munzee Credits

*CapOns do NOT count for Total Points

July 26, 2017

Rob’s Munzee Birthday Euro Trip!

As you probably know, Rob went to Europe earlier this month to attend some Spectacular 6th Birthday events. He wasn’t disappointed, to say the least, and he wanted to share some of his experiences with you.

Our 6th birthday month has been nothing short of amazing. More than 100 events have been hosted all around the world, but I’d like to share some kudos to a few special events I attended.

The OWL events in Germany brought together over 250 players from 13 nations, in Bielefeld and Paderborn over the weekend of July 7-9. The hosts prepared for a full year with a goal of producing the largest events in Munzee history and were successful at meeting that goal. I had a great time walking the streets, trails, and parks with dafi87 (our German team member Daniel Fischer) and many other players. The relaxed environment of each event allowed for many conversations over good food and a bier or two. 😉

The following weekend I was able to visit our players in Finland. I would like to thank mandello, sivontim, and jesnou for transporting me around the country and helping me enjoy my time there. It was great to meet over 100 players in the seaside town of Turku. The weather was perfect and it was nice to walk along the docks playing Munzee and watching locals try to figure out what we were doing.

The next day was a trip to Helsinki for the final event of my European trip. After walking a long trail of Evolution Munzees, we arrived at a nice park where more than 50 players enjoyed a nice Eventzee hunt in addition to a great Munzee Event Trail. I had a great time using magnets and watching a few players run back and forth across the park chasing myths. After the event, as a proper sendoff, I had the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Finnish meal. It was a sort of reindeer stew with mashed potatoes, gherkins, and lingonberries followed by a strawberry cheesecake for dessert. Absolutely delicious and the perfect end to an amazing birthday trip.

I appreciate the gifts shared with me from all the players and hosts of the 6 events, and will cherish the memories and display the gifts proudly at MHQ. Until we meet again, Munzee On!

July 25, 2017

Reminder: MHQ Bash 4 is Right Around the Corner!

Birthday month is nearing its end, but we’ve still got plenty more party in us! MHQ Bash 4 is fast approaching, and we don’t want you to miss out.

For the first time ever, all MHQ employees will be in the same place at the same time, including Louise, Daniel Hammock, Daniel Fischer, and the WallaBee artist himself, Andy Cameron! This will be a unique experience to meet some of the staff you might not get the chance to.

We’ve already begun to get some of the goodies that will be given out, and each delivery makes us more excited! Here’s a sneak peak at one of them:

As a reminder, MHQ Bash 4 is Friday, September 22nd through Sunday, September 24th in McKinney, Texas. The schedule is as follows:

Friday, September 22nd

6pm: Registration
7pm: Casino Night

Saturday, September 23rd

10am: All-In Eventzee Hunt
5pm: Oktoberfest in Downtown McKinney

Sunday, September 24th

9am: MunzFit 2.0 and Goodbye Event

***We will also have time set aside for WallaBee players (and anyone else) to meet Andy at “AndyCon” as well as some special items available for those in attendance. Times and days for WallaBee focused events will be made available soon. If you are planning on attending for WallaBee purposes, please register for at least the “Ace High” package so we can plan accordingly.

Packages for MHQ Bash 4 are still available, but online registration will only be available until August 11th at 15:00 MHQ time. You will be able to purchase packages on-site, but we cannot guarantee all items will be available. If you are planning on attending, please purchase your package before online registration closes so we can have everything for you.

There are four packages available for this year’s MHQ Bash: Royal Flush, Full House, Flush, Ace High.

***To guarantee availability of all items in packages, online registration will close on August 11th, 2017 at 15:00 MHQ time. Packages will be available for purchase at the event, but we cannot guarantee all items will be available.***

Each package will include the following:

Royal Flush ($75)

Lanyard/Name Tag and Swag Bag
T-Shirt
Mug/Glass
Dinner/Snacks on Friday Night
Casino Night Tickets/Chips (Prizes: Munzee Store Gift Cards)
Access to a special MHQ Bash only ZeeOp
MHQ Bash 4 Coin
MunzFit 2.0 Finisher Medal
Breakfast on Sunday
Special Edition Collectible/Commemorative Item
New Special Item
10 Blast Caps

Full House ($50)

Lanyard/Name Tag and Swag Bag
T-Shirt
MHQ Bash 4 Coin
MunzFit 2.0 Finisher Medal
Special Edition Collectible/Commemorative Item
New Special Item

Flush ($35)

Lanyard/Name Tag and Swag Bag
T-Shirt
MHQ Bash 4 Coin
Special Edition Collectible/Commemorative Item
New Special Item

Ace High (Free)

Lanyard/Name Tag

***Please purchase only one package per person who will be attending. Everyone must have at least the Ace High package. If you have a joint account, please purchase a package for each person (they do not have to be the same package).***

Packages can be purchased HERE.

We can’t wait to see you at MHQ Bash 4!

Munzee on!

July 21, 2017

Garfield Virtual Icons and The Tourism Filter!

With Matt and Rob en route to Munzee, IN, we’re excited to offer some more details on the virtual Garfield icons that will be available!

These virtual icons are located at each of the Garfield statues in Muncie, IN and Grant County. Garfields will be released at the Saturday morning event at McCulloch Park. You’ll earn 78 points for each Garfield statue captured, which is based on the year Garfield was first published- 1978. Even if you can’t make it to Muncie for the events this weekend, the Garfield virtual icons will be permanent, so stop by on your travels and enjoy some time with the fat cat in the future.

We’re also introducing a new Tourism filter that will include Garfield virtual icons and the Texas Historical Markers. We hope to expand to more tourism destinations soon, so stay tuned for more in the future.

There will also be an Eventzee photo scavenger hunt connected to all of the unique Garfield statues for the weekend. You can scan that join code at the Saturday morning event as well. Say (lasagna) cheese!

We hope you’re all as excited as we are to celebrate Munzee’s 6th birthday in Muncie! Matt and Rob will also be joined by Daniel “hksfarm” Hammock and Dale n’ Barb from Spacecoast Geo Store, so come join members of Team MHQ and the lasagna loving Garfield for what’s sure to be a fun weekend.

Munzee on!

Garfield is trademarked by PAWS Inc and used by permission granted to Munzee Inc.

July 20, 2017

Introducing Photo Galleries!

When we released Munzee 3.0 in 2015, we added the ability for players to add pictures at location of Munzees. So for nearly two years our players have gathered quite the collection of photos while munzeeing. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to see all of those photos in one collected place? Well you’re in luck!

We’re proud to announce that you can now access a photo gallery of images you have taken and attached to Munzees! To access a player’s gallery just go to their online profile and click “More” to access the photo gallery. There you can scroll through and check out some of their greatest hits!

CZeeO coachV’s Photo Gallery.

July 18, 2017

MHQ 6th Birthday Bash Recap!

We had a SUPER good time during MHQ’s Birthday Bash! Players from all over joined us for a fun afternoon at the MHQ offices last Friday. They walked away with Birthday Comic skinned stickers, were the first to get their hands on some awesome Munzee Worldwide apparel, and earned more than a couple badges! Everyone showed off their heroic profiles in the Eventzee photo backdrop with a wide array of superhero costumes.

Thank you again to everyone who came and we’re excited to see all of you and more at MHQ Bash in the Fall!

Even if you couldn’t make it out to MHQ’s Birthday Bash, there are still a bunch of 6th Birthday events going on all around the world. Join Rob and Matt in Munzee, IN this weekend for even more fun.

Happy birthday to us and Munzee on!

Check out the photo gallery below to see some of the fun!

July 18, 2017

Birthday Event Update

Greetings everyone! This message comes to you on behalf of Louise, our events manager, based in the UK. It is mainly for the hosts of previous and upcoming events however some information is helpful to all players as well.

In case you didn’t know July has already been a record breaking month for events in many ways. Our largest event ever happened in Bielefeld Germany with over 250 attendees. We’ve seen well over 2,000 players attend more than 50 events around the world. AND we’re only half way through the month with more events on the way!

In addition to all of this activity, we let you know in advance that Louise would be very busy on the personal side of her life during the month. She’s had multiple long distance bike races with another happening at the end of the month. This past weekend she competed in L’Etape du Tour in the French Alps, aka Stage 18 of this years Tour de France (being raced by the professionals in two days). It was a grueling 125 mile (200 km) race with over 12000 feet (4000 m) of elevation change, over two mountain passes, but we are happy to report she completed it with no major injuries or issues. Team Munzee is proud of our “cycling queen” for this major achievement as she smashed the course in less than 10 hours! If you’d like to see a satellite overview video of her race please click here.

In addition to the time away for the race she was unexpectedly delayed due to the airport closure at London Gatwick, and subsequently Lyon France. She’s arrived home safe and sound now but has a mountain of emails and event wrap up to do (fortunately she’s proven she can climb mountains!). We appreciate your patience as she works her way through all of her usual work over the next 48-72 hours. This includes any new event submissions over the last week.

Munzee On and once again CONGRATULATIONS TO LOUISE!

July 17, 2017

How To Deploy Places Munzees

UPDATE 2:

The blog post was incorrect in its statement of proximity. Places Munzees cannot be deployed within a mile of the same type but can be deployed within a mile of another type.

UPDATE:

We’ve had a great response to Places Munzees, but to help both our players and our approvers we’ve put together some more defined guidelines for deploying. Go HERE to learn more!

With Places munzees now open to all players, we wanted to go into detail about how the deployment process will work. Currently players can deploy Airports, Sports Stadiums, Wildlife and the new Museum Places munzees all across the world.

Players can deploy their Places munzee from the online Munzee map. Remember that only one Places munzee may be deployed at each location, so you may have to get creative with where you deploy these. Once you deploy the munzee it will then be sent to an MHQ staff member for approval. Places deploys will be approved within 24-48 hours, but these are manually approved, so please be patient. Once your deploy is approved or denied you’ll receive an email notification.

You can watch the video below to see it in action:

Points:
Deploy: 25
Capture: 10
Cap-On: 5

A few notes:

Places munzees must be at least 1 mile apart from another munzee of the same type..
You cannot cap your own Places munzee.
You will deploy Places munzees from your account, so you will get the points when people cap it. These may be capped by players once per MHQ 24 hour time period so there is potential for a lot of cap-on points.
Places munzees are not blastable.
Each* has a 1,000 ft capture radius. (*This does not include airports which have a 1 mile capture radius.)
Can be captured once per 24 hour MHQ day by players.
There are a limited amount of each type of Places munzees for sale.
Places munzees will cost $10 each and players are limited to one of each type.
If your Places munzee deploy is declined, you will receive a brief explanation as to why in the followup email.
Even if your location was available at the time of deployment it may be taken by another player who selected that location before you.
If your Places Munzee deploy is denied, you’ll still be able to resubmit, but please consider the notes the approver listed for the denial.

All four Places munzees will be for sale, in limited quantities, on Monday July 17th at 15:00 MHQ in the online Munzee Store. Happy Birthday month and Munzee on!