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Fair Play Rules

Update: Please note that this is an old version of our Fair Play Rules. To view our most recent version, please visit this page: https://smgstudio.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/11000090958-fair-play-rules


Fair Play Rules

To clear up any confusion in the community on what constitutes cheating we have the following Fair Play Rules.

  1. Hacking the game, in any way, is (considered) cheating.

  2. Using multiple accounts in the same game (to gain an advantage over other players) is (considered) cheating.

  3. Playing with someone you know in Global Domination is cheating.

  4. Abusing a bug or glitch or knowingly encouraging abuse of these is cheating.

  5. Creating a negative experience for other players, by actions such as spamming excessively, refusing to end games, intentionally disrupting gameplay, delaying gameplay (stalling), or abusing our reconnection system intentionally, is cheating.

  6. Don't play with anyone you know or have external communication with in Global Domination. Use Play Friends or risk a ban!

 


If you wish to play with people you know please use the Play with Friends mode. If you still wish to play with friends against real opponents, this must still be done via Play Friends. Please use the RISK Community's #looking_for_game feature at https://discord.gg/risk 

 

What happens when a player is reported for any of the above?

The following action will be taken if they are found to have broken these rules; 

  • If the player was (found) hacking, they will be banned from RISK entirely.

  • Although we try to warn new players who might not be aware of the rules, such a warning is not guaranteed. You might be banned by automatic or semiautomatic systems before receiving such warning.

  • Should a player be banned - Their leaderboard position and rank points are completely removed. All games they have participated in for the current season, will have game results re-ordered so that they are placed last. All of their opponents will see this minor bonus.

 

FAQ

Q: How do I report a player?

A: Report in-app by clicking on their avatar and clicking on the red triangle icon under their name in the Alliance Window. If you come across any suspected hacking - Create a support ticket at http://smgstudio.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new with the names of the players.

 

Q: Why can't I team up with my friends in Global Domination?

A: We take a "act as you would like to be acted towards" approach here. It is unfair to team up against unsuspecting player who believe they are entering a fair “free for all” game. The ranking system is designed for “free for all” gameplay, not teams.

 

Q: Will you be adding a team mode in the future?

A: Yes it’s our goal to release a team mode that allows you to play with friends or random allies against another team. No ETA on this currently, but you can find information here http://smgstudio.freshdesk.com/support/discussions/topics/11000009600 .

 

Q: Will more be done to prevent cheating?

A: Yes, we are currently rolling out a full suite of anti cheating features. Some have already been implemented and it’s logging play now. 


Q: What is the difference between forming alliances with stranger and forming one with friends? 

A: There is a difference between: the informal, temporary alliances forged and broken throughout the game (which, with all its betrayal, is an integral part of RISK) and starting a game with a friend or relative as well as strangers in there. This is intentional ganking and will not be tolerated. If you just want to play for the fun of it with your friends, start a "Play with Friends" game against AI opponents.


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Ugh. I was GM and fell to master by cheaters. Just played a GM and after several moves it was clear that the beginner in the game was his second account. They both went for me even though strategically it made no sense. So this is how some people get to GM!! BTW- this was fog of war and they both took me out in different continents. Yet they both knew I had a presence in both areas. But clearly they were posturing for taking me out- Not securing continents
I’m afraid the only way you can avoid cheaters is to play 1vs1 and add as many ridiculous bots you want.
We need to have messaging in this game to communicate with other player it would solve friends not being able to play with each other which should be aloud I shouldn't be banned for playing a game with my friend against other people
Yes but the problem is people cheat. I played a game with two friends and they were not attacking each other. This isn’t standard play.
We all know if you play with a friend it is unfair for the rest. Follow the rules
What game in your entire life was there not some sort of alliance one of those two had to lose don't be sad you loss take the loss like a champ whats fair in war lol
How do I challenge suspension? I haven’t broken any fair play rule.
Grandmaster here. You all are doomed
I don’t think there’s anyone on this thread who can do anything. I think it’s just players
It’s hard to report after the game. It’s possible tho that this was legit. I’ve lost on attacks 10 vs 12 Especially when higher numbers. But even 5v5.
Luck of the dice. Sometimes you win, sometimes you loose
This game is rigged all the other people are able to turn in their cards but I rarely am able to even if I have four or more cards
I love this I’ve been suspended this is awesome all the things that have happened to me from taking the time I joined for being kicked out of games for whatever and all people in here do is pummel me so whatever …….
I honestly believe that it is completely obvious if a player is playing legitimately. If you have to question it’s little bit, they’re cheating. Once the verdict is made and is someone is determined cheating, there should be absolutely no warning. They should be keep kicked off permanently. And great tool for this to have no mistaken ban. Add in game replays. Once the replay is reviewed by administrators, they will know 100% or whether if someone is cheating. No warning necessary. Get rid of these little twerps. Sick of them.

I would agree with you 100%.  But did you know that the game cheats as well?  Why would the game attack a 3 (my piece) instead of another piece that is a 3 or even a 1?  I've seen this many times while playing.  But guess what, this is in every game and it doesn't matter how good you are.  Good luck.

Dan

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