CoreShift: Abstract Strategy

CoreShift 2.1 — Real-time multiplayer (BETA) with improved matchmaking and smarter AI opponents.

CoreShift is a sleek, minimalist strategy game based on Neutron — a classic abstract board game of pure skill, positioning, and tactics. Easy to learn. Deep to master. Every move can open a path, create a trap, or turn the match completely. No randomness. No hidden information. Pure strategy. THE GAME Play on a 5×5 grid. Each player controls five pieces, while a single amber token — the Neutron — begins at the center.

On every turn, you must:

1. Slide the Neutron as far as it can move.
2. Slide one of your own pieces (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal). Pieces move until blocked by the edge or another piece — they cannot jump.

How to win:

• Move the Neutron onto your own baseline.
• Trap your opponent so they have no legal Neutron move.

QUICK OR CLASSIC

• Quick mode: Fast, aggressive openings with immediate tension.
• Classic mode: Traditional rules where the first player skips the opening Neutron move for a more balanced start.

THREE AI DIFFICULTY LEVELS

• Easy: Learn the fundamentals.
• Medium: Strong tactical play.
• Hard: Advanced Monte Carlo Tree Search (MCTS) AI that adapts to every position.

ONLINE MULTIPLAYER — BETA Play real-time matches worldwide through Game Center. Our Elo rating system (starting at 1200) ensures you always face a fair challenge.

• Climb the Ranks: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond.
• Social: Add friends after matches, send instant rematches, and react with quick chat.
• No Waiting: If no live opponent is available, Skynet — our built-in AI — keeps the match moving.

TOURNAMENT MODE Five rounds. One run. No breaks. Easy → Medium → Medium → Hard → Hard Win all five to complete the challenge and track your progress on Game Center.

STATISTICS & ACHIEVEMENTS Track win rates, streaks, fastest victories, and total play time. Unlock badges and Game Center achievements tied to real milestones.

DESIGNED FOR iOS

• Flat, minimal design with Dark and Light mode.
• Smooth animations and haptic feedback on every move.
• Atmospheric audio and satisfying "game feel."

CoreShift is free to play. Tournament rounds 3–5 and Hard AI require a one-time Pro upgrade ($3.99).