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EARN POINTS. WIN BIG.

Complete challenges inside The Realm app for your chance to win detectors, exclusive rewards, and over $250,000 in prizes and cash.

DOWNLOAD THE REALM. REGISTER. COMPETE.
Download The Realm APP STORE
Download Realm on Google Play Store

 HOW IT WORKS 

Start your Race to the Realm journey in four simple steps.

1. Download

Get The Realm app.

2. Register

Join Race to the Realm inside the app.

3. Compete

Complete challenges, earn points, and climb the leaderboard.

4. Win

Reach the Finals and compete for the Grand Prize.

ELIGIBILITY: U.S. resident (Some additional residential restrictions apply), 18+. The Realm app required.

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GIVEAWAYS TO UP YOUR GAME 

Every other week, a new giveaway drops. Stay locked on this page and the Realm app so you don’t miss your shot at an epic prize. 

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COLLECT POINTS BY COMPLETING CHALLENGES

After you sign-up, there will be a variety of challenges to complete to collect points and climb the leaderboard. Here are some ways to gain points: 

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RULES & FAQS

Everything you need to know about Race To The Realm.

WHAT IS RACE TO THE REALM?

A multi-round national challenge for metal detector enthusiasts. Competitors earn points through a range of activities to climb the leaderboard. Activities that gain points include growing Karma in the Realm app, posting on social media, and more. Five finalists from each round will be invited to compete in the Race to the Realm Finals, gifted brand new Minelab detectors, and challenged to compete for the $100,000 grand prize. 

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Starting May 28, 2026, you can enter the Race to the Realm. Download the Realm app if you haven’t already, and create an account. Click the bottom right RTTR tab in the app (which will appear once the event launches) and click JOIN THE RACE. From there, you’ll be directed to register and access your Race to the Realm dashboard in the Realm app. 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE?

Open to residents of the U.S. only, ages 18+. Some additional residential restrictions apply. Please see full terms and conditions for details. 

DO I NEED TO BUY A MINELAB PRODUCT?

No, you don’t need to purchase a Minelab product to participate in the Race to the Realm. 

HOW DO I COLLECT POINTS?

Some points are automatically applied to your total, like when you gain Karma in the Realm app, your points rise in the game. Challenges that earn more points require a little more effort. Click on the various ways to earn points in your game dashboard to see what steps are required. 

DO POINTS ROLL OVER BETWEEN ROUNDS?

Points gained by collecting Karma in the Realm app or purchasing and registering Minelab products roll over each round. Your total score determines your round ranking and your overall leaderboard position. 

HOW ARE THE ROUNDS STRUCTURED?

Each round is 28 days long, and there are no breaks between rounds.

  • Round 1 May 28-June 24

  • Round 2 June 25-July 22

  • Round 3 July 23-August 19

WHAT DO THE RACE TO THE REALM FINALS ENTAIL?

Five detectorists from each of the 3 rounds (15 total) advance to the U.S. Race to the Realm Finals in Fall 2026, where they will be invited to compete in various metal detecting challenges to test their skills in the real world. From these challenges, one will conquer the Race to the Realm and take home the grand prize of $100,000. 

 

OFFICIAL RULES

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to U.S. residents, 18+. Void where prohibited. May 28–August 19, 2026.

Read Full Official Rules 

 

 

ELIGIBILITY

• U.S. resident (Some additional residential restrictions apply) , 18+

• The Realm app required 

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