Ingress: A Worldwide Territory Control AR Game
Overview
- Game Type: Geomobile, team-based, territory control
- Objective: Players join one of two Factions in a hidden global conflict
- Gameplay: Discover, strategize, collaborate in an augmented reality setting
Game Mechanics
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Choosing a Faction:
- The Enlightened:
- View Exotic Matter (XM) as a gift to humanity
- Believe XM enhances the mind and evolves humanity
- Aim to evolve humanity using XM
- The Resistance:
- View XM with caution as a potential threat
- Seeks to control and study XM
- Aim to protect humanity from XM
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Game Actions:
- Discover: Use the Ingress Scanner to detect hidden Portals
- Capture: Neutralize Rival Faction's Portals with XM weapons
- Build: Create networks of Links and Fields from Portals
- Collaborate: Team up for global operations and real-world events
Game Praise
- New York Times: Players use the game as a guidebook to explore cities
- VICE: Ingress is played in remote locations like Antarctica
- WIRED: Encourages players to explore new experiences
In-Game Reality
- Exotic Matter (XM): A mysterious substance discovered at a secret research lab
- Portals: Entry points for XM, affecting human intelligence and creativity
Download Options
Game Assets
- Promotional Images:
- Yokosuka Anomaly Medal 2025
- Ingress Year 12 Tote Bag
Conclusion
- Engagement: Encourages players to move, explore, and engage with their surroundings
- Decision Point: Choose your side and join the conflict
Are you ready to become an agent and fight for the future? Download Ingress now.