An Overview of Size It Up
Size It Up is a daily size guessing game built around a simple question: how big is it, really? Instead of entering measurements, you compare two silhouettes and adjust one until it looks correct relative to the reference.
The black cut-out is already shown at its true scale, while the white silhouette is yours to resize. Lock in your guess to reveal the real size in red and see how accurate you were. Each daily puzzle features five rounds, making Size It Up a quick and surprisingly challenging way to test your sense of scale.
How to Play: Compare, Resize, and Lock In
Start by checking the black reference silhouette and its real measurement. Use it as your scale guide while adjusting the white silhouette.
- Slide across the board or drag the corner handle to resize the white cut-out.
- Pinch to resize on a phone.
- Zoom the board out when comparing very large objects.
- Press Lock In when your estimate looks right.
- Check the red outline to see the true size and your score.
The daily game gives everyone the same five silhouettes, refreshed at midnight in their own time zone. Each round can earn up to 100 points, with a perfect day worth 1,000 points.
Game Controls
Size It Up uses simple mouse and touch controls:
- Mouse: Slide across the board or drag the corner handle.
- Touchscreen: Pinch to resize the silhouette.
- Lock In: Submit your final estimate.
What Makes Size It Up Interesting?
- Daily Five: Five new size puzzles each day.
- Unlimited Mode: Keep playing with random object pairs without a daily cap.
- Geography Mode: Compare countries, US states, and lakes by size.
- Accuracy Scoring: Your points depend on how close your estimate is.
- Shareable Results: Compare your daily score with other players and friends.
Tips for Better Size Estimates
Use the reference object as your main anchor instead of trying to guess an exact measurement. Think in ratios: is the mystery object twice as large, half the size, or several times bigger?
It also helps to remember familiar measurements. For example, the school bus reference is 12 metres long, while a blue whale is 27 metres. Over time, these familiar objects can make other Size It Up comparisons easier to judge.