Cube Capture: Fresh Grid
By @GaoSong
Capture the largest share of the grid before time runs out.
How to play
- Move your cube across the 10x10 grid to capture tiles.
- Collect yellow power-ups for a 4.2-second movement speed boost.
- Grab purple power-ups to instantly capture a 3x3 section of the board.
- Avoid letting your opponent capture your colored tiles.
- Have the highest capture percentage when the 60-second match ends.
Controls
- Touch
- Tap any grid cell to set a path for your cube.
- Keyboard
- Use the arrow keys or WASD to set a movement direction.
- Mouse
- Click any grid cell to set a path for your cube.
More about this game
In Cube Capture: Fresh Grid, your goal is to claim more of the 10x10 grid than your computer opponent before the 60-second timer runs out. You start in the top-left corner while your rival starts in the bottom-right. As you move, you capture tiles, flipping them to your color. Power-ups spawn every 5.5 seconds, granting a temporary 1.85x speed boost or instantly capturing a 3x3 area. The round ends when the timer hits zero, and the player with the highest percentage of captured tiles wins the match.
Tips
- Prioritize purple area power-ups, as they instantly capture 9 tiles and can quickly swing the score in your favor.
- Use the yellow speed boost to outrun your opponent and capture long lines of tiles before they can react to your movements.
- Keep an eye on the 60-second timer and focus on capturing large neutral areas when time is running low to maximize your final score.
Questions
How long does a match last?
Each match lasts exactly 60 seconds. The countdown timer is displayed at the top of the screen, and a sound plays during the final 5 seconds.
What do the power-ups do?
The yellow power-up grants a 4.2-second speed boost with a 1.85x multiplier, while the purple power-up instantly captures a 3x3 area around it. They spawn every 5.5 seconds.
Can I recapture tiles taken by my opponent?
Yes, you can move over any tile captured by your rival to flip it back to your color. The last player to touch a tile owns it.