FAQ

Frequently asked questions about GameStrategists: whether the ARG games are original, which languages are supported, and how privacy is handled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about GameStrategists and ARG puzzle games

What is GameStrategists?

GameStrategists is a free online ARG puzzle game platform created by a solo indie developer. We offer original browser-based Alternate Reality Games covering psychological horror, deep-sea mystery, urban legend, and more. All games are independently created — from story scripts and puzzle design to code implementation. No download required, play directly in your browser.

Are these ARG games original?

Yes, all ARG puzzle games are original independent works. No outsourcing, no team; AI tooling assists during development (writing code, drafting, mood art), but the story, the puzzles, the final copy and every test pass are mine. Each game takes 2-3 months of spare time, with complete storylines, puzzle chains, and multiple endings.

Some in-game images and sound effects use royalty-free assets. See each game's about page for details.

How often is content updated?

As a personal project, update frequency varies. During new game development cycles (2-3 months), there are fewer updates. After a game launch, there are concentrated content updates. Existing games also receive ongoing fixes and optimizations.

What languages do you support?

Currently offering content in Chinese (Simplified Chinese) and English. Switch language versions in the top right of the website. Both game interfaces and articles are available bilingually.

If you would like support for other languages, please let me know at contact@gamestrategists.com.

How do I report a bug or suggest improvements?

If you find a bug in any game or have improvement suggestions, please email contact@gamestrategists.com with a description of the issue and which game you were playing. As an indie developer, I'll verify and fix it as quickly as possible. Your feedback is invaluable.

What's with the ads on the website?

This site loads the Google AdSense ad script and reserves ad slots to cover the domain and hosting costs; whether an ad is actually returned is up to Google, and when nothing comes back no ad box appears on the page. Two inline slots sit on the home page and one on guide articles; the game sub-sites load the same ad script. On the main site, analytics and advertising cookies are decided by the cookie consent bar on the home page; ads on the game sub-sites are served by Google under its own policies, and personalised advertising can be turned off in Google Ads Settings. Ad slots never cover puzzle controls.

How do you protect my privacy?

We do not collect personal information and never sell data. The main site uses Google Analytics to understand traffic and loads the Google AdSense ad script for advertising — both can set cookies on your device, and whether they do is decided by the cookie consent bar on the home page of this site: until you choose "Accept All" they stay off. Ads on the game sub-sites are served by Google under its own policies. That choice is stored in your own browser, and there is no "Cookie settings" link in the footer today — to change it, clear this site's data in your browser and the home page will ask again. See our Privacy Policy for details.

How do I request deletion of my personal information?

Under data protection regulations including GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to request deletion of personal information. Please email contact@gamestrategists.com with your specific request. I will process requests within 30 days and provide written confirmation.

Is there a contact route besides email?

Yes. You can find @Alpha_n_Beta on X, where I post short feedback and development progress. For bug repro steps, privacy requests or anything with an attachment, please still email contact@gamestrategists.com so it can be tracked properly.

Is GameStrategists affiliated with game developers?

Not at all. GameStrategists is a personal project run by a solo indie developer. Not affiliated with any game developer, publisher, or brand. All ARG games are original works, not based on third-party game IPs.

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