There's no doubt that Ingress has taken over as the top mobile game on the planet. But how do you get started if you've never played before? This guide will walk you through the basics of how to login and play Ingress, so that you can join in on the fun!
How to Register for Ingress
If you're not familiar with Ingress, it's a game that blends elements of Google Maps and Geolocation with roleplaying. Players use Portals, strategically placed throughout the world, to capture points by controlling the two teams' "ingresses" - the sources of energy that keep the game going.
Although it's possible to join in without registering, it's highly recommended that you do so in order to get the most out of Ingress. Here are a few helpful tips on how to register:
-Go to ingress.com and click on the 'register now' button at the top of the page. This will take you to a login form.
-Enter your email address and password into the forms and click on the 'submit' button.
-You'll then be redirected to a confirmation page where you'll need to check your email for an activation link. If everything goes according to plan, you'll be sent an email with further instructions on how to start playing Ingress!
How to Login to Ingress
In order to login to Ingress, you will first need to create an account on the game's website. After creating your account, you can then login using the credentials that were provided when you registered. To login, simply enter your username and password in the appropriate fields on the website and hit the login button. Once you have logged in, you will be able to access all of the features of the game.
How to Claim Portals
If you have not claimed your portal yet, now is the time to do so! Claiming a portal will give you exclusive use of it for the next 24 hours, and will make it easier for you to find and connect with other agents. Here are instructions on how to claim a portal:
1. Open the Ingress app and click on the 'Ports' tab.
2. Select the portal you want to claim and click on the 'Claim' button.
3. Enter your agent username and password (if you have them) and click on the 'Submit' button.
4. You will now be given exclusive access to the portal for the next 24 hours. Make sure to use this time to explore and join in on the activity at your new stronghold!
Tips for Playing Ingress
1) Sign up for the Ingress app on your Android or iOS device.
2) Once you have the app downloaded and installed, open it up and sign in.
3) Head over to the ‘Portals’ tab and locate your nearest portal.
4) Once you’ve found your portal, select it and click on the ‘Login’ button in the top right hand corner.
5) Enter your account details and hit ‘Login’.
6) If you have not already added an agent name and password, do so now by typing in your Agent Name (e.g. John Doe) and Password (e.g. 1234).
7) Once you have logged in, you will be taken to the ‘Ingress’ tab where you can start playing!