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Offline Mode

Understand what works offline and how the game handles poor connectivity.

Offline Capabilities​

What Works Offline​

Available:

  • View cached map data
  • Access downloaded territories
  • Read challenge descriptions
  • Play cached challenges (limited)
  • View inventory (cached data)
  • Read documentation

Limitations:

  • No score submission
  • No coin rewards
  • No wallet updates
  • No new content loading
  • No multiplayer

Service Worker​

Technology:

  • Precaches first-load assets
  • Faster subsequent loads
  • Some offline functionality
  • Automatic updates

Cached Resources:

  • HTML pages
  • CSS styles
  • JavaScript
  • Core images
  • Essential data

Offline Behavior​

When Connection Lost​

Automatic Handling:

  • Graceful degradation
  • Cached content shown
  • Clear offline indicators
  • Functionality explained

User Experience:

  • Still playable (limited)
  • Clear what requires online
  • No data loss
  • Smooth reconnection

Score Storage​

While Offline:

  • Scores stored locally
  • Queued for submission
  • Automatic sync on reconnection
  • No lost progress

On Reconnection:

  • Automatic score submission
  • Coin rewards processed
  • Wallet updated
  • Full sync completed

Best Practices​

Playing Offline​

Recommendations:

  1. Cache content while online
  2. Understand limitations
  3. Don't expect score saves
  4. Enjoy practice mode
  5. Reconnect to sync

What to Avoid:

  • Important challenge attempts
  • Score-hunting runs
  • Multiplayer sessions
  • Wallet transactions

Data Management​

Storage:

  • Browser local storage
  • Service worker cache
  • Reasonable limits
  • Automatic cleanup

Clearing:

  • Browser settings
  • Clear site data
  • Refresh if issues
  • Reinstall if needed

Connectivity Issues​

Poor Connection​

Symptoms:

  • Slow loading
  • Timeout errors
  • Incomplete syncs
  • Loading indicators stuck

Solutions:

  • Wait for better connection
  • Try again later
  • Close other apps
  • Move to better location
  • Use WiFi instead of mobile data

Intermittent Connection​

Handling:

  • Game attempts to reconnect
  • Retries automatically
  • Queues pending actions
  • Syncs when stable

Network Requirements​

Minimum Requirements​

For Full Functionality:

  • Stable internet connection
  • Reasonable speed (3G+)
  • No strict bandwidth needs
  • Mobile data works fine

For Offline:

  • Initial online load required
  • Service worker installation
  • Core assets cached
  • Limited functionality

Troubleshooting​

Sync Issues:

  • Check internet connection
  • Refresh the page
  • Clear cache if needed
  • Contact support for help

Missing Data:

  • May not have cached
  • Need online to load first
  • Check connection
  • Try reloading

Service Worker:

  • May need manual update
  • Clear cache and reload
  • Check browser compatibility
  • Disable if issues

Future Enhancements​

Planned:

  • Better offline support
  • Larger cache
  • Offline challenge modes
  • Background sync
  • Progressive Web App (PWA)

Tips​

  • Stay online when possible
  • Pre-cache before traveling
  • Use WiFi for large updates
  • Check connection before important attempts
  • Sync regularly

Next Steps​