# Real-Life Video Games The Explorence App Provides Activity Incentives Through Races and Wagering By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/explorence-app References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/10/app-turns-any-outdoor-activity-into-a-competitive-race.html) & [explorence](http://www.explorence.com/) The Explorence App may not be the first attempt at encouraging more physical activity despite the modern-day obsession with virtual reality, yet it takes a stronger approach to getting both kids and adults outdoors. Through the Explorence App, people have more incentive to engage in [outdoor recreational activity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mount-fitness) because it turns them into real life video games. The Explorence App’s first game Dash!, which is currently still in its beta stage, allows users to create, participate and compete asynchronously in outdoor races at any time. By utilizing the GPS technology on their own smartphones, Explorence App users design their own courses. The true incentive, however, lies in [wagering virtual currency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gains-app) on the race. It is this feature that will really rev up the competition. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gamified Fitness Apps:** Opportunity for fitness app developers to create gamified experiences that encourage physical activity. - **Outdoor Recreation Technology:** Opportunity to develop technology that enhances outdoor recreational activities and encourages more people to participate. - **Virtual Reality Integration:** Opportunity to integrate virtual reality technology into outdoor activities, creating immersive and interactive experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fitness and Wellness:** Fitness and wellness industry can benefit from incorporating gamification and technology into their offerings. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation industry has the potential to leverage technology to enhance the experience and attract more participants. - **Virtual Reality:** Virtual reality industry can expand beyond gaming and entertainment by integrating with outdoor activities, providing a unique and immersive experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gamified Walking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawa.md) - [Gamified Walking Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walkable.md) - [Gamified Fitness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urace.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getting-kids-outdoors.md) - [Strategic Running Gameplay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battle-run.md) - [Gamified Travel Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/countryquest.md) - [Interactive Outdoor Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-chase.md) - [Immersive 3D Fitness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-game1.md) - [Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gains-app.md)