Guess where a face comes from
A free daily ethnoguessr game. Look at a composite face, drop a pin on the map, and learn something about human phenotypes.
Featured human phenotypes
Six entries from a catalog of 240. Click a face to read its origin and features.
Three ways to play
Pick the pace that fits your mood. Each mode uses the same simple loop: face, map, score.
Classic Daily
Ten new faces every day, identical for every player. The best mode for a quick routine and friendly score comparisons.
Challenge Mode
Thirty-eight phenotypes, no timer. A quiet marathon through the full catalog.
Start Challenge →Countries Mode
Forty-eight country flags on the map. A lighter, geography-first way to play.
Play Countries →Guess countries by flag
Forty-eight flags on the world map. Click a flag to read about that nation, then test yourself in Countries Mode.
How it works
One loop. About five minutes. A little anthropology mixed into a geography game.
See the face
Study skin tone, hair form, and facial structure for clues about origin.
Drop your pin
Click the world map where you think that face is most common.
Learn the answer
See the real region, distance, score, and a short description.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ethnicity Guesser free?
Yes. No sign-up, no paywall. All game modes and the phenotype catalog are open.
What does ethnoguessr mean?
A blend of ethnicity and GeoGuessr. It describes this style of click-the-map face quiz.
How accurate are the phenotypes?
They reflect historical appearance patterns, not DNA ancestry or individual identity. Use them as a learning aid.
Can I play on mobile?
Yes. The game is built mobile-first, with touch targets at least 44 pixels wide.
Read the full FAQ.
Disclaimer
Ethnicity Guesser is an educational geography and anthropology game. Phenotypes and country average faces describe historical appearance patterns from roughly 1,500 years ago, not modern nationality, DNA ancestry, or individual identity. See our full disclaimer and editorial policy.