Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Developers: Niantic Labs
- Publishers: Google
Ingress: A Real-World Augmented Reality Game
Ingress is an augmented reality massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by Niantic Labs, a startup within Google. The game was released in 2013 for Android devices, and in 2014 for Apple’s iOS. Ingress is a location-based game that uses the player’s GPS and camera to overlay a virtual world onto the real world. Players can interact with the virtual world by hacking portals, linking portals to create fields, and deploying resonators and mods to strengthen portals.
The game has a complex science fiction backstory with a continuous open narrative. The story revolves around a mysterious energy called XM, which is believed to have originated from another dimension. XM has the ability to affect human minds and behavior, and two factions have emerged that are vying for control of XM: the Enlightened and the Resistance.
Players can choose to align themselves with either the Enlightened or the Resistance. Once they have chosen a faction, they can begin to interact with the virtual world. Players can hack portals to gain control of them, and they can link portals to create fields. Fields generate Mind Units (MUs), which are used to measure progress in the game. The faction with the most MUs at the end of each cycle wins the cycle.
Ingress is a unique and innovative game that has attracted a large and enthusiastic following. The game’s augmented reality gameplay is a lot of fun, and the game’s complex backstory and open narrative keep players engaged. Ingress is a great game for people who enjoy exploring their surroundings and interacting with others.
Gameplay
Ingress is a location-based game that uses the player’s GPS and camera to overlay a virtual world onto the real world. Players can interact with the virtual world by hacking portals, linking portals to create fields, and deploying resonators and mods to strengthen portals.
Portals
Portals are the key to gameplay in Ingress. Portals are located at real-world locations, such as public art, landmarks, and monuments. Players can hack portals to gain control of them, and they can link portals to create fields. Fields generate Mind Units (MUs), which are used to measure progress in the game.
Linking
Linking is the process of connecting two portals with a virtual line. Links can be used to create fields, which generate MUs. The longer the link, the more MUs it will generate.
Fields
Fields are created by linking three or more portals. Fields generate MUs, which are used to measure progress in the game. The larger the field, the more MUs it will generate.
Resonators and Mods
Resonators are used to strengthen portals. Mods are used to enhance the abilities of resonators. Players can deploy resonators and mods to make their portals more difficult to hack and attack.
Factions
Players can choose to align themselves with either the Enlightened or the Resistance. The Enlightened believe that XM should be used to control and shape the world, while the Resistance believes that XM should be used to protect freedom and individuality.
Strategy
Ingress is a game that requires strategy and teamwork. Players must work together to control portals, create fields, and generate MUs. Players must also be aware of the opposing faction’s activities and be prepared to defend their portals from attack.
Community
Ingress has a large and enthusiastic community. Players from all over the world have come together to form local communities and organize events. The Ingress community is a great way to meet new people and make friends.
Conclusion
Ingress is a unique and innovative game that has attracted a large and enthusiastic following. The game’s augmented reality gameplay is a lot of fun, and the game’s complex backstory and open narrative keep players engaged. Ingress is a great game for people who enjoy exploring their surroundings and interacting with others.
Review Score
8.5/10
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