Game is flawed. Let me explain. Firstly I’ve yet to meet any other player on line so only played against the auto bot. Secondly, it’s easy to win because the auto bot doesn’t follow normal sensible uckers rules. Examples:1. When in a situation where a player would move any other piece to prevent getting a “mixy blob” behind the other players blob, thereby preventing the opportunity for a “six off” the auto bot readily mixes up. 2. When running for home to prevent an eight piece dicking, it never runs the nearest color i.e if a blue could be run home easily to score - it runs a green all the way around the board. 3. Even if moving a single piece would make more sense, if a double is thrown, any blob is advanced, even if that gives the advantage to the other player. 4. When a six is thrown, instead of “sixing” the blob on or near the opponent’s doorstep, the auto bot gets out a piece thereby enhancing the possibility of mixing up behind that blob.
Hi there,Thanks for your detailed review! Your feedback is really valuable. The issues you mentioned with the auto bot are noted and will help us improve the game. For a more challenging and authentic experience, try playing against real people. The game was launched only 3 months ago and, as we have reported on social media and our website, the auto-match function requires a critical mass of players before this will work effectively. However, the ability to send links to friends/old shipmates works perfectly - something that you appear to have missed. That said, the vast majority of games do get filled now with peak times being around 9am-11am and 7pm-9pm UK time. Additionally, as also reported on social media, we have very active Uckers Community with currently 5 WhatsApp groups playing round the clock, making friends and enjoying pre- and post-game banter. It's a great way to enjoy the game and apply the real Uckers rules you know well. We appreciate your support and hope you continue to enjoy Uckers!Best wishesPaul (Co-founder)