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Tell more about the game.. I'm a gamer (mostly online PC gamer) I may help


Its a variant of checkers. It will still be called checkers. That is why I did not bother explaining it. What would you expect when you go the URL of a game? Do you expect to start playing right away? Join and play with a friend? Or create a table and wait for someone to join? Something else?


ok i see. Well if the idea is play with others then creating a lobby with usernames/chat idea should be considered and a "play now" button leading the user to another screen showing hosted games (with host names). A point system should also be considered like win: +5 points loose/forfeit: -3 points


Yep. I have the point system and play now button as well. I was not sure what the expectation of a typical user will be. IF he wants to wait or be impatient to play or just leave and never come back if made to wait for a couple of minutes.




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