Cone The Duke — Glasgow’s Daily Cone Challenge

Guide the iconic traffic cone through scaffolds and stack it on Glasgow’s Duke of Wellington statue. Simple to learn, tricky to master - play right in your browser on mobile or desktop. New scaffold layout every day at 00:00 UTC.

New here? Read the history of the Glasgow cone tradition — then come back and try to top the leaderboard.

How to play

About the Glasgow cone

The Duke of Wellington statue outside Glasgow’s Gallery of Modern Art is famous for the traffic cone balanced on its head - a light-hearted tradition that’s become a symbol of the city’s wit. Cone The Duke is a playful homage to this local legend.

FAQ

Does it work on mobile?

Absolutely. It runs in modern mobile and desktop browsers.

How do I restart?

Tap anywhere after a round to return to idle, then tap again to start.

Is Cone The Duke free to play?

Yes - it’s a free browser game. No download or sign-up required.

Do I need an account to use the leaderboard?

No. We use a random, anonymous device ID stored in your browser to track your best scores.

How does the leaderboard work?

There are daily and all-time boards. The daily leaderboard resets at 00:00 UTC, and we show the top scores across devices.

Why isn’t my score showing?

Only your best score per day/all-time is saved. Scores need an online connection to record, and it can take a few seconds for the board to refresh.

What devices and browsers are supported?

Modern mobile and desktop browsers like Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge are supported.

Can I install it on my phone?

Yes - add it to your Home Screen from your mobile browser for an app-like experience.

Where is the Glasgow cone statue?

It’s at the Duke of Wellington statue outside Glasgow’s Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) in Royal Exchange Square. Learn more on Wikipedia.

Who made Cone The Duke?

Cone The Duke is made by Zen Magpie.

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