Rules & Information

📋 Complete Game Rules

How to Play

  1. Connect your Phantom wallet using the wallet button in the top right
  2. Choose a lobby: Select $1, $5, or $20 entry fee (paid in SOL at current market rate)
  3. Get matched: Wait for another player to join the same lobby
  4. Deposit funds: Send your entry fee to the secure multisig vault address
  5. Play the game: You have up to 7 tries to guess a secret 5-letter word
  6. Receive hints: After each guess, letters are color-coded:
    • Green = Correct letter in correct position
    • Yellow = Correct letter in wrong position
    • Gray = Letter not in the word
  7. Win conditions: Fewest guesses wins. If tied on guesses, fastest completion time wins

Winning & Payouts

  • Winner receives 95% of the total pot (both entry fees)
  • Platform fee: 5% covers transaction costs and platform maintenance
  • You must sign to claim: Winners receive a payout proposal that requires your wallet signature
  • Sign within 24 hours: If you don't sign, an automatic refund is proposed

Tie Scenarios

  • Winning Tie: Both players solve in same number of moves AND exact same time → Full refund to both players (100%)
  • Losing Tie: Both players fail to solve the word → 95% refunded to both players (5% fee kept)
  • Disconnect: If opponent disconnects:
    • If you solved the word: You win
    • If you didn't solve: Losing tie (95% refund)
  • Game Timeout: If game doesn't start within 1 minute after both deposits → Full refund to both players (100%)

🔒 Non-Custodial Security System

Guess5 uses Squads Protocol, an audited multisig wallet system on Solana, to ensure we never have custody of your funds.

How the 2-of-3 Multisig Works:

Step 1: Match Creation

When you're matched with an opponent, the system creates a secure Squads vault with 3 signers:

  • You (Player 1)
  • Your Opponent (Player 2)
  • Guess5 Platform (System)

⚠️ Any transaction requires 2 out of 3 signatures to execute

Step 2: You Deposit Funds

You send your entry fee directly to the Squads vault address. The funds are locked in the vault until 2 of the 3 parties agree to release them.

Step 3: Game Completes

After the game ends, the platform proposes a payout transaction:

  • If you win: Proposal sends 95% to you, 5% to platform
  • If it's a tie: Proposal refunds both players appropriately

The platform signs the proposal (that's 1 signature). Now we need 1 more signature...

Step 4: You Sign to Claim

To claim your winnings, you must sign the proposal with your wallet. This gives us the required 2 signatures (Platform + You), and the transaction executes.

✓ This means we cannot withdraw your funds without your explicit consent

What if the loser refuses to sign?

The losing player doesn't need to sign! Since the winner + platform = 2 signatures, the transaction executes without the loser's permission.

What if no one signs for 24 hours?

The system automatically creates a refund proposal that either player can sign to get their money back (minus fees if applicable).

Why This Matters:

  • ✓ You're always in control - We can't steal or freeze your funds
  • ✓ Transparent - All transactions are on Solana blockchain
  • ✓ Audited - Squads Protocol is professionally audited
  • ✓ No trust required - Smart contracts enforce the rules

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What happens if I disconnect during a game?

If you disconnect, you can return within 5 minutes by refreshing the page. Your progress is saved. If you don't return, the opponent wins if they solved the word, otherwise it's a losing tie.

Q: How long do I have to sign a winning payout?

You have 24 hours to sign and claim your winnings. If you don't sign within 24 hours, the system proposes an automatic refund.

Q: Can Guess5 steal my money?

No. Due to the 2-of-3 multisig design, we cannot withdraw funds without your signature. Even if we wanted to, the smart contract enforces the rules.

Q: What if my opponent refuses to sign the payout?

The losing player doesn't need to sign. The winner + platform signatures are enough (2 of 3 required) to execute the transaction.

Q: Why do you charge a 5% fee?

The 5% fee covers Solana transaction costs (creating vaults, proposals, signatures) and platform maintenance costs (servers, development, support).

Q: Is my deposit instant?

Solana transactions are very fast, typically 1-3 seconds. Once confirmed on the blockchain, your deposit is verified and the game can start.

Q: Can I play on mobile?

Yes! Guess5 works on mobile browsers with Phantom wallet's mobile app. Connect your wallet through the Phantom app and play directly in your mobile browser.

Q: What is Squads Protocol?

Squads Protocol is an audited, production-ready multisig wallet program on Solana. It's used by major projects for secure fund management. Learn more at squads.so

📊 Complete Transparency

Every match, transaction, and fee is publicly verifiable on the Solana blockchain.

✓Blockchain Verified: All transactions are permanently recorded on Solana's public blockchain
✓Real-Time Data: Access complete match history with actual blockchain fees and timestamps
✓Click to Verify: Every transaction includes direct links to Solana Explorer for instant verification
✓Fair Play Guaranteed: All game outcomes, moves, and completion times are publicly auditable
📥 Download Complete Match History (CSV)

Complete match data with game results, winner amounts, blockchain verification links, and vault addresses