Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Territory Conquest?
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Territory Conquest is a strategic multiplayer board game where players compete to control the most territory on various maps. Players take turns placing pieces on adjacent cells, capturing enemy territories through strategic positioning. The game features 11 unique maps, real-time multiplayer, AI opponents, and special abilities.
How do I win a game?
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You win by controlling the most territory when the game ends. The game can end in several ways:
- The board is completely filled with pieces
- No player can make a valid move
- Maximum rounds (50) are reached
- In online mode: time runs out or all opponents disconnect
What are the different game modes?
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Territory Conquest offers three main game modes:
- Solo Mode: Play against AI opponents with three difficulty levels (Easy, Medium, Hard)
- Multi Mode: Local multiplayer on the same device (hot-seat mode)
- Online Mode: Real-time multiplayer against players worldwide
Gameplay Questions
How do special abilities work?
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Special abilities become available every 5 rounds (rounds 5, 10, 15, etc.):
- Break Wall: Destroy one adjacent wall to open new paths
- Place Wall: Create a wall on an empty adjacent cell to block opponents
- Diagonal Movement: On certain maps, move diagonally instead of just horizontally/vertically
What are disputed areas?
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Disputed areas are special zones marked with red borders that can be recaptured even after being taken by another player. Unlike normal cells that become permanently yours once captured, disputed areas remain contestable throughout the game. This adds a strategic element where you must decide whether to defend these valuable but vulnerable positions.
Why can't I move to certain cells?
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You can only place pieces on cells that are:
- Adjacent to your existing territory (horizontally or vertically)
- Empty or occupied by an opponent (not already yours)
- Not blocked by walls
- Active cells (some maps have inactive areas)
- During special rounds: diagonally adjacent (on supported maps)
Technical Questions
What are the system requirements?
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Web Version:
- Any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- JavaScript enabled
- Stable internet connection for online mode
- Android 5.0 or higher
- iOS 12.0 or higher (coming soon)
- At least 50MB free storage
- Internet connection for online features
The game is freezing or not responding. What should I do?
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Try these troubleshooting steps:
- Refresh the page (F5 or Ctrl+F5 for hard refresh)
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Try a different browser
- Check your internet connection
- Disable browser extensions that might interfere
- For mobile app: Force close and restart the app
Can I play offline?
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Yes! You can play offline in:
- Solo Mode: Play against AI opponents without internet
- Multi Mode: Local multiplayer on the same device
Multiplayer Questions
How does online multiplayer work?
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Online multiplayer uses real-time connections:
- Enter a nickname to identify yourself
- Create a new room or join an existing one
- Wait for other players to join (or add AI opponents)
- Game starts when the room is full or host starts
- Each player has 20 seconds per turn
- If a player disconnects, AI takes over their moves
What happens if someone disconnects during a game?
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When a player disconnects:
- They have 20 seconds to reconnect
- If they don't return, AI takes over their turns
- After 3 timeouts, the player is removed from the game
- The game continues with remaining players
- If you're the host and disconnect, another player becomes the new host
Can I play with friends specifically?
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Yes! To play with friends:
- One player creates a room with a unique name
- Share the room name with friends
- Friends join the same room by name
- Start the game when everyone is ready
Mobile App Questions
How do I download the mobile app?
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Android:
- Search "Territory Conquest" on Google Play Store
- Or visit: Direct Play Store Link
- Click Install and wait for download
- Coming soon to App Store (Q1 2025)
- Meanwhile, you can play on Safari browser
Is the mobile app free?
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Yes! Territory Conquest is completely free to play:
- No upfront cost
- No pay-to-win mechanics
- No mandatory ads
- Optional ads for cosmetic rewards only
- All game features available to all players
Can I sync progress between devices?
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Currently, game progress is stored locally on each device. Cross-device sync features are planned for a future update:
- Account system coming in Q2 2025
- Cloud save functionality
- Cross-platform progression
- Statistics and achievement tracking
Account & Settings
Do I need to create an account?
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No account is required to play! You can:
- Play all game modes without registration
- Use any nickname for online games
- Access all maps and features
- Saving statistics and achievements
- Participating in ranked matches
- Joining tournaments with prizes
How do I change game settings?
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Access settings from the main menu or pause menu:
- Sound: Toggle music and sound effects
- Graphics: Adjust quality for performance
- Controls: Customize touch sensitivity (mobile)
- Language: Currently English only
- Notifications: Turn reminders on/off
Is my data safe and private?
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Yes, we take privacy seriously:
- No personal data collected without consent
- Nicknames are temporary and not stored
- No tracking or analytics without permission
- GDPR and COPPA compliant
- SSL encryption for all connections
Troubleshooting
I found a bug. How do I report it?
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Please report bugs to help us improve:
- Email: [email protected]
- Include: Device type, browser/app version, map name
- Describe: What happened and steps to reproduce
- Screenshots help us fix issues faster
The game runs slowly on my device. What can I do?
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To improve performance:
- Close other browser tabs or apps
- Reduce graphics quality in settings
- Disable animations in settings
- Use a wired internet connection for online play
- Update your browser or app to the latest version
- Restart your device if it hasn't been restarted recently