Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick self-service answers for all Vedratic games, tools, and platforms.
Globdrop Gameplay & Scoring
What is Globdrop?
Globdrop is a free, browser-based geography game developed by Vedratic. You're shown the name of a place—a city, landmark, mountain, or even a fictional location—and you click on a map where you think it is. The closer and faster you click, the more points you earn.
Is Globdrop free to play?
Yes, Globdrop is completely free. There are no paywalls, premium subscriptions, or in-app purchases. The game is supported by advertising (through Google AdSense), which allows us to keep it accessible to everyone. You don't even need to create an account—just open the website and play.
Do I need to download anything to play?
No. Globdrop runs entirely in your web browser. Simply navigate to globdrop.vedratic.com and start playing. You can optionally install it as a Progressive Web App (PWA) on your home screen for full-screen gameplay.
How is my score calculated?
Your score for each round is: time multiplier × precision score. The time multiplier is based on remaining seconds: (remaining seconds + 1) / 2. The precision score ranges from 0 to 100 based on your distance from the target location relative to the scenario's maximum threshold.
What does the distance threshold mean?
Each scenario has a maximum distance threshold (typically 50 km for regional or city maps). If your click is farther from the target than this threshold, you earn zero points for that round. The threshold is calibrated based on each map's scale.
Can I suggest a new scenario?
Absolutely! We love scenario suggestions. Email us at hello@vedratic.com or use the contact page. Please share details about the region or theme and any public data sources (such as GeoJSON files) you are aware of.
Privacy & Data
Does Globdrop collect my personal data?
Globdrop stores minimal data, and all game preferences (like language selection) are saved locally on your device using localStorage. We do not require account creation. Our advertising partners (Google AdSense) use cookies to display relevant ads, as detailed in our Privacy Policy.
Can I play offline?
Globdrop includes a service worker that caches game assets. If you install it as a PWA, basic offline play is supported for previously loaded scenarios. However, an active internet connection is recommended to access all maps and features.
Project Manager Usage & Features
Is Vedratic Project Manager really free?
Yes, Project Manager is completely free to use. Every feature—including Gantt editing, resource dedicate planning, and SVG/Mermaid code export—is available to all users at no cost. The project is open source and community-driven.
Where is my project data stored?
All your project data (timelines, tasks, team roles, and settings) is stored locally in your browser's Local Storage. We never transmit your data to any server. Because it exists only on your device, we recommend exporting your projects as JSON files regularly to create backups.
Can I import existing Mermaid Gantt charts?
Yes. You can import any valid Mermaid Gantt chart code. Click the import button, select the `.mmd` file, and Project Manager will parse it to reconstruct your project phases, tasks, and dependencies automatically.
What is "Validation Complexity"?
Validation Complexity is a multiplier that accounts for feedback loops and revision cycles. A value of 0 adds no revision time. A value of 0.5 adds 50% more time (for routine checks), and a value of 2.0 triples the task's visual span to account for extensive back-and-forth approval loops, helping you build more realistic timelines.
How do I embed my Gantt chart on GitHub or Notion?
Switch to the Mermaid view in the editor and export your chart as a .mmd file. You can then paste the raw Mermaid code block directly into a GitHub README (using ```mermaid syntax) or a Notion Code block (selecting Mermaid as the language). Both platforms render the charts natively.
Can I collaborate with my team in real time?
Since Project Manager operates entirely client-side without databases, it does not support real-time simultaneous collaboration. However, you can collaborate by exporting the project as a JSON backup file and sharing it with team members, who can import it into their own browser instances.
Still have questions? We are happy to help you. Reach out through our unified contact page or email us at hello@vedratic.com.