The checkpoint flag pauses your run and saves your progress so you can stop playing without losing ground

In Peak, the checkpoint flag is a marker you place during a run that acts as a save point. When you hit a checkpoint flag, the game records your position, your score up to that moment, and your current progress through the level. If you quit the game or your device crashes, you restart from that checkpoint instead of from the beginning of the run.

This matters because Peak runs can be long — some levels take 10 to 20 minutes to complete — and you may not have time to finish in one sitting. Without checkpoints, you would lose all progress if you had to stop. The checkpoint flag lets you step away and come back later without restarting.

Key Takeaways

  • A checkpoint flag saves your exact position and score in the middle of a run so you can quit and resume later.
  • You place checkpoint flags yourself during gameplay; they do not appear automatically.
  • Restarting from a checkpoint keeps your score from that point forward, so earlier progress counts toward your final result.
  • Some Peak modes or challenges may limit how many checkpoints you can place, so check the level rules before you start.

How to place a checkpoint flag during a run

To set a checkpoint, look for the flag icon in the game menu or pause screen while you are actively playing. The exact location depends on which Peak game you are playing — Peak: Everyday Challenges, Peak: Brain Training, or another Peak title — but the flag button is usually visible in the bottom or side menu during gameplay.

Tap the flag icon to place a checkpoint at your current location. The game will confirm the checkpoint has been saved. You can then quit the game safely. When you return and resume that run, you will start from the checkpoint you placed, not from the start of the level.

What happens to your score when you use a checkpoint

Your score from before the checkpoint counts. If you scored 500 points before placing a checkpoint and then scored 300 points after resuming, your final score is 800 points. The checkpoint does not reset your score or make you start over with zero points.

This means checkpoints are purely a convenience tool — they let you break up long runs into smaller sessions without penalty. You are not losing points or progress by stepping away.

Checkpoint limits and level rules

Some Peak levels or challenges restrict how many checkpoints you can place in a single run. A level might allow one checkpoint, three checkpoints, or unlimited checkpoints depending on the difficulty or challenge type. Before you start a run, check the level description or rules screen to see if there are checkpoint restrictions.

If a level has no checkpoint option listed, you can usually place as many as you need. If a level says "1 checkpoint allowed," you can only save your progress once during that run.

When checkpoint flags are useful

Checkpoints work best when you know you will not have time to finish a run in one session. If you have 15 minutes before work but the level takes 30 minutes, place a checkpoint at the 15-minute mark, quit, and resume later. You keep all the points you earned in that first 15 minutes.

Checkpoints are also helpful if you are playing on a device with limited battery or if you are worried about an unexpected interruption. Placing a checkpoint every 10 minutes or so means you never lose more than 10 minutes of progress if something goes wrong.

Checkpoint flags versus restarting a level

If you place a checkpoint and then decide you want to start the level over from the beginning, you can usually restart without using the checkpoint. The restart option is separate from the checkpoint system. Restarting clears your current run and begins a fresh attempt at the level, ignoring any checkpoint you placed.

Use restart if you made a mistake early on and want a clean slate. Use a checkpoint if you want to pause and come back later without losing your current score.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I lose my checkpoint if I close the Peak app?

No. Checkpoints are saved to your device even after you close the app. When you reopen Peak and resume that run, your checkpoint is still there and you will start from that saved position.

Can I place a checkpoint in the middle of a puzzle or challenge?

Yes, in most Peak games you can place a checkpoint at any point during a run. Some challenge modes may have restrictions, so check the level rules. If checkpoints are allowed, you can set one whenever you need to pause.

What if I place a checkpoint but then want to go back to an earlier point?

Most Peak games only let you resume from your most recent checkpoint, not from earlier ones. If you need to restart from the beginning, use the restart option instead. This clears the checkpoint and starts a new run.

Do checkpoints work on all Peak games and difficulty levels?

Checkpoints are available in most Peak games, but some special challenges or timed modes may disable them. Always check the level description before starting to see if checkpoints are available for that specific run.