Game instructions

Requirements

To play a game of Battleships, you need:

  • a verified user account
  • a compatible Android smartphone or a Windows PC with the appropriate software (game client).

The following sections will describe how to ensure that both requirements are met and how to create a game.

Create & verify account

Initialize game

It is recommended to first select and download the game client that is right for you. We currently support:

  • Windows
  • Android
  • Java (for our experienced users)

If you already have a verified account, you can directly head to "Login & Game Start"

Registration

  1. Open our website in a browser of your choice and click the "Register" button at the top.
  2. Choose a username and enter your email address. Important: Only email addresses ending with @jade-hs.de or @student.jade-hs.de are allowed.
  3. After reading and accepting the terms of use, you can register your account. You will soon receive an email with a temporary password.

Your account is now registered but still needs to be verified.

Verification

  1. Open our website and navigate to "Login".
  2. There, you can set your own password under "Change Password Now".
  3. Enter your username/email address, your initial password, and your newly chosen password twice.

Congratulations! You have verified your personal account and are now ready to enter the first battle!

Login & Game Start

Login

If you have a verified account, you can now log in.

  1. Open our website and navigate to "Login".
  2. Log in with your verified account.
  3. After a successful login, you will be redirected to the dashboard.

Dashboard

Through the dashboard, you can start your games and view the global leaderboard.

  • Click on "Start Player Search" to look for available opponents.
  • Select a player from the list and challenge them by clicking "Challenge".
  • If the player accepts, you will receive a session code. If they decline, you will return to the player list.
  • You can also be challenged and choose to accept or decline the request.

Start game client

Make sure you have the appropriate program for your operating system (Windows/Android). You will receive the session code through the dashboard.

  1. Start the game client.
  2. Enter the session code in the window and click "Start Game".

Playing

Depending on the game client, the control concept varies slightly. The Windows section is relevant for Windows/Java, and the corresponding section for Android.

Windows

Placing ships

First, you need to place your ships. Select a ship type from the top and place it by clicking on the game board. Use the "horizontal" checkbox to change the orientation.

  • Click "Remove all ships" to clear the board.
  • Click "Place ships randomly" to automate the setup.
  • When you're done, click "Ready".
  • Note: You may need to click "Start Game" multiple times until both players are ready and connected.

Game

Opponent's turn: If "Opponent's turn" is displayed, you must wait. A hit on your field is marked in red, a miss in yellow.

Your turn: If "Your turn" is displayed, click on a field in the opponent's grid and confirm with "Fire!". A hit colors the field dark gray, a miss white. A sunken ship is completely marked in red.

General

  • You have 60 seconds per turn.
  • Use the chat on the right side to communicate with your opponent.

Android

The game client for Android is optimized for touch controls. Follow the same steps as for Windows, but use touch gestures instead of mouse clicks.

Placing ships

  1. Selecting ship size: Choose the ship size using the buttons at the top.
  2. Setting orientation: Use the "horizontal" checkbox.
  3. Placing ship: Tap on the desired starting field.
  4. Placement aids: Use "Remove all ships" or "Place ships randomly".

Starting game

  1. Click "Ready" when all ships are placed. The button changes to "Start Game".
  2. Wait for the opponent and click "Start Game" again if necessary once both are ready.

The game: Shooting and defending

  • Your turn: You see the opponent's field. Tap on a field and confirm with "Fire". Hits are marked in black, misses in white, and sunk ships in red.
  • Opponent's turn: The view switches to your field. Hits are red, misses yellow.
  • Chat: You can chat at the bottom of the screen and receive game information.
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