CrownTide

CrownTide is a hex-board strategy game where every placement sends ripples across the board. Compete against the AI in a battle of wits on a dynamic hexagonal grid.

How to Play
Place tide stones on empty hex cells, choosing an initial tide level from 0 to 2. Adjacent stones with matching tide levels trigger chain reactions, raising both to the next level. When a cell reaches tide level 3, it becomes a crown tile worth 5 points. Plan your placements carefully to create cascading chains while blocking your opponent.

Game Features
- Hexagonal grid board with 5x5 cells for deep strategic play
- Tide chain reaction mechanics that reward foresight and positioning
- 25 progressive levels with evolving AI strategies
- AI difficulty adapts from random placement to defensive blocking to aggressive crown building
- Local stat tracking: wins, losses, crowns, streaks and chain records
- Simple tap-to-place controls with tide level selection
- 8 rounds per match with balanced player and AI turns
- Privacy-first: all data stays on your device, no account needed

Strategy Tips
Watch the tide propagation patterns to plan multi-step chains. Block the AI's potential chains by claiming key junction cells. Focus on building clusters of same-level stones for massive chain reactions. Balance offensive crown building with defensive positioning.

CrownTide is completely offline with no ads, no tracking, and no permissions required beyond basic internet for initial load.