Kerosene and a Match offers an augmented reality engine that lets users overlay virtual spray‑paint and interactive markers onto real‑world locations via a smartphone or tablet app. Users can tag objects, share those tags with friends, and engage in location‑based games that award points, discounts, and free items, turning everyday environments into shared, gamified experiences.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Physical graffiti and traditional location-based games require real-world alterations or dedicated infrastructure, limiting safe, scalable interaction with public spaces. Users lack a simple way to create and share virtual markers tied to real-world locations without risking vandalism or legal issues.
Solution
Kerosene and a Match offers an augmented reality engine that lets users place virtual spray‑paint style tags on real‑world objects using a smartphone or tablet. These digital markers are anchored to GPS and visual data, enabling friends to view, interact with, and compete over them in location‑based games. Players earn points, unlock discounts, or receive free items by discovering and engaging with tags, turning everyday environments into interactive playgrounds. The platform handles sharing, scoring, and reward distribution entirely within the app, eliminating the need for physical modifications or third‑party services.
Target Audience
Primary users are mobile gamers and social app users who enjoy location‑based challenges, as well as brands and retailers seeking to deliver promotional offers through interactive AR experiences.
Features
- AR tagging tool that anchors virtual markers to real‑world objects via GPS and visual recognition
- Social sharing of tags with friends for collaborative gameplay and competition
- Point‑based reward system that unlocks discounts, coupons, or free items tied to discovered tags
- In‑app game mechanics that combine scavenger‑hunt, tag‑the‑spot, and leaderboard features
- Anti‑vandalism design that keeps all markings virtual, avoiding legal or property concerns