Item: The Game - State Plates
Rating: 65
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

65/100

The Game: State Plates is a digital version of the classic road trip activity that is both nostalgic and functional. As a standalone 'game,' it is very simple—you are essentially just checking off license plates as you see them. However, the app adds value by providing interesting facts about each state and high-quality illustrations of the plates. It turns a boring highway drive into a genuine educational scavenger hunt.

The interface is clean and easy to use even in a moving vehicle, with large buttons that are hard to miss. While it lacks the 'action' of typical mobile games, it succeeds perfectly as a utility for travelers and families. The addition of a map that fills in as you find plates provides a satisfying sense of long-term progression. It’s a niche app, but for parents looking to keep kids engaged during a long haul without a screen-heavy experience, it’s a brilliant little tool.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1637862580

$0.99 4+★0 0 reviews

Author : James Cross

Pubish Date : Sat Jan 28 2023

Last Update Date : Thu Aug 29 2024

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.3Thu Aug 29 2024

Player Scoreboard - see how many plate each player has found!
Better Sharing experience - Only the player who finds a plate can un-find it in case they made a mistake - prevents 'find stealing'
Add a Username - use your email or create a username for display on the game board and scoreboard. Change it whenever you like.
More license plate images!
Improved Game Play - Found plates are displayed in the order in which they are found, most recent at the top. This makes fixing a mistake much easier as the last found state name is at the top,
The classic license plate game with no ads and no in-app purchases. Simple, easy fun for the family that will keep you occupied during a long drive.
Touch the state name to show the license plates from that state.
Touch the Found It button to mark that state's plate found.
Touch the Found button if you make a mistake to 'un-find' the state's plate.
If you sign up and log in with an email address you can play along with friends and see who found each plate!
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
More new features to make the game more fun when playing along with friends.
Same great game. Still without the in-app ads and annoyances.
The classic license plate game with no ads and no in-app purchases. Simple, easy fun for the family that will keep you occupied during a long drive.
Touch the state name to show the license plates from that state.
Touch the Found It button to mark that state's plate found.
Touch the Found button if you make a mistake to 'un-find' the state's plate.
If you sign up and log in with an email address you can play along with friends and see who found each plate!

Ratings & Reviews

N/A out of 5 with N/A Counts

Age Rating 4+

The Game: State Plates is a travel companion app that brings the classic license plate game to life. Designed for road-trippers and explorers, the app allows you to track and log plates from all 50 US states and beyond. Each entry features beautiful plate artwork and educational tidbits about the state. With a progress map and competitive multiplayer modes, it’s the perfect way to keep the family engaged on long drives.

Features

Interactive 50-state map

High-quality plate illustrations

Educational state trivia

Multi-device sync for families

Works perfectly offline

Tips

Logging a Find

When you spot a new plate, tap the state's name on the main grid. The app will automatically highlight the state on your interactive map and unlock a 'Fun Fact' about that region.

Gameplays

Multiplayer Mode

Use the 'Group Hunt' feature to link multiple phones. Everyone in the car can see the progress in real-time, preventing arguments over who saw the Hawaii plate first!