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==About Coin Hunt World==
Coin Hunt World ([[Abbreviations#CHW|CHW]]) is a free-to-play/play-to-earn mobile Geo-location game currently in Beta on iOS and fully released on Android. Players explore their real-world area earning {{White Key}}s or {{Blue Key}}s by doing [[Walking Quest]]s, which are then used to open {{White Vault}}s or {{Blue Vault}}s. When a [[Vault]] is opened the user is prompted with a [[Questions and Answers|trivia question]]. If answered correctly within the given time limit, the user is rewarded. Currently users are rewarded in {{Bitcoin}} or {{Ethereum}} as well as in-game items such as {{Cubie}}s, and [[Resource]]s.

==Game Availability==
The game is currently available in the [[USA]], [[Canada]], [[UK]], [[El Salvador]], [[Philippines]], and [[Malaysia]].

==Installation==
==='''Android - Play Now!'''===

Click "Play Now" to receive a bonus of two {{Mystery Box}}es after you sign up and upgrade your {{Headquarters}}.

[[Join|<span class="mw-ui-button mw-ui-progressive mw-ui-big" style="font-size: 1.5em;" title="">Play Now</span>]]

===iOS===

Coin Hunt World for iOS is currently in closed beta. Sign up at https://coinhunt.world/ to reserve your spot on the waiting list. Once the game is approved on the Apple App Store, users will receive an email with further instructions. Within 7 days of receiving access to the game, use a [[Join|Referral Code]] after installing the game, but before you set up your Headquarters!

==Beyond the Start Guide==
*'''[https://blog.coinhuntworldwiki.com/newsletter/ Subscribe to the newsletter], for game updates, regional expansion updates, iOS release news, and more!.''' Additionally, feel free to search [[Special:AllPages|all pages]] for information now! 

*Check out the [[Strategy_guide|Strategy Guide]] to optimize your gameplay.

==Referral Code and Referral Rewards==
===Use a Referral Code===
To use a referral code, click the referral link after downloading the game, and before reaching level 3 of your [[Cubie]]'s {{Headquarters}}. 

If you do not have a [[Referral|referral]] link to use, click the '''Play Now''' button below to receive a bonus before leveling up your {{Headquarters}} to level 3. 

[[Join|<span class="mw-ui-button mw-ui-progressive mw-ui-big" style="font-size: 1.5em;" title="">Play Now</span>]]

''Referrals through the wiki are shared with wiki contributors based on the value created.''

===Create a Referral Code===
To create and share your own Coin Hunt World referral link with someone, tap on the {{Blue Cubie|icononly}} cubie icon in-game in the bottom left corner, then the first icon on top, followed by Manage Friends, and Invite Friends. Invite Friends will prompt you with choosing various methods of sharing your referral link.

===Referral Rewards===
Coin Hunt World [[Referral|Referrals]] reward both users two {{Mystery Box}}es. However, the referral issuer will also receive additional rewards based on the new user’s activity. {{Mystery Box}}es are awarded after the referral upgrades his or her [[Headquarters]] to level 3, and sent to the in-game mailbox accessible inside the [[Headquarters]].

===Referral Templates===
Add the desired QR code to a [[Referral_Sticker_Template|sticker template]] and spread the word!

==How to Play Coin Hunt World==
If you want to learn how to play Coin Hunt World you found the right place. The Coin Hunt World Wiki has all available game information and some of the top global players are sharing information here. Read through the Coin Hunt World Guide below and make sure to follow the Wiki on {{Twitter}} at  @chw_wiki.

===First Hunt===

If you want to plan ahead, use [https://coinhuntmap.com Coin Hunt Map] to look for nearby {{White Vault}}s or {{Blue Vault}}s. If you don't see anything on the map, that just means nobody has mapped your area yet and you'll have to explore on your own. Note that {{White Vault}}s are only available in lower-tier countries.

Walk towards the nearest commercial/built-up area. Main Streets, malls, plazas, parks, and high foot traffic areas are the places to go right now. As you walk, each step will count towards reaching your first [[Walking Quest]] goal. Collect the {{Prize Box}} that pops on top of your Cubie to get {{White Key}}s or {{Blue Key}}s and solve {{White Vault}}s, {{Blue Vault}}s. To open {{Green Vault}}s you will have to forge your keys. See "Forging a Key" below.

===Basic Play Video===
Watch this video to see basic gameplay in Coin Hunt World

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==Vaults==

{{White Vault}}s, {{Blue Vault}}s and {{Uservault}}s [[respawn|respawn at fixed times]] (noon UTC and midnight UTC for {{Blue Vault}}s, noon UTC for {{Green Vault}}s, Mondays noon UTC for {{Yellow Vault}}s.

===Collecting {{Key}}s===
There are two ways to collect {{Key}}s. The easiest way is to open your thrice daily {{Mystery Box}}es that can be found in your [[Headquarters]]. You can also do a [[Walking Quest]] in your neighborhood to reach walking goals. Each time you complete a goal, you receive a {{Prize Box}} with the amount of key given for the achieved goal. Or, you can sell items in the [[Auction House]].

===Forging a {{Key}}===
[[Forge]] a {{Key}} by tapping on the key at the bottom right of your screen, that's your inventory. Click on the key tab then the key at the bottom. Click on the color you want to forge. Then drag the key to forge. If you don't see any keys when clicking the forge, you likely don't have 10 keys of any color. For additional details see the {{Forge}} page.

==Headquarters==
[[File:Headquarters-in-game.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Level 1 HQ in-game.]]
The Level 1 {{Headquarters}}[[Headquarters| (HQ)]] will give access to free {{Mystery Box}}es 3x daily, {{Mail Box}} and {{Chat Settings}}. You can upgrade your HQ further to gain access to additional functions, including {{Uservault}}s at Level 2, {{Shop}} and {{Auction House}} Buy Menu at Level 3, and {{Auction House}} Sell Menu at Level 4. Please see the [[Headquarters]] page for additional info on Leveling your HQ.
* Constructing an HQ is free, but demolishing it will require a {{Green Key}}.
** ''Place your HQ near your home, or somewhere you frequent daily.'' 
** During placement, the HQ will be put on the map at the user’s location.
* An HQ can be demolished on-site or remotely but always costs 1 {{Green Key}} to do.
** On-site: Click on your HQ and hold down the Demolish HQ button and pay the fee.
** Remotely: Open your settings menu (Cubie icon in the bottom left), then select "Remote Demolish HQ" and pay the fee. 
* Each user is allowed one HQ.
* Other users will not be able to see your HQ, and your HQ will not conflict with other HQs.
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==Leaderboards==

To rank higher on the Leaderboards, you must obtain [[Leaderboard#Leaderboard Points|Leaderboard Points]] (LBPs). LBPs are acquired by solving [[vault]]s, printing [[cubie]]s (the first print only), completing [[Buddy Quest]]s and [[Walking Quest]]s, fueling {{Cubiedozer}}s and {{Cubiecrane}}s with {{Resin}}, and from referrals. The top players of each month receive rewards via [[Leaderboard#Monthly Leaderboard Contests|Monthly Leaderboard Contests]].

As of 8/21/21, there are four {{Leaderboard}}s in the game:

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! colspan="2" | Global Leaderboards<br />
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| Monthly
| All-Time
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==Friends==

Adding friends in-game unlocks the [[Buddy Quest]] feature.

To see your friends list or to add a friend: Once in-game tap on the {{Blue Cubie|icononly}} cubie icon in the bottom left corner, then tap on FRIENDS, followed by MANAGE FRIENDS, and finally ADD FRIEND. By entering their username you will be able to send them your friend invite.

You can find more friends on {{Discord}}. There is a Buddy Quest channel where people can ask for friend requests.

==Buddy Quests==

You and a buddy may be paired up to complete a [[Buddy Quest]]. Buddy Quests are randomly generated tasks given to players who have added each other as friends. Each player will have to find a vault within a 3 Mile/~5KM radius of their respective [[Abbreviations#HQ|HQs]] which has turned into the quest location. You will see red pings emanating from the direction you should look. You will have to coordinate with your buddy and each of you will have to be present at your respective buddy quest locations at the same time to complete the task. [[Buddy Quest]]s last a week before expiring. You can only have one Buddy Quest active at a time, so you may want to keep only active users on your friends list!

Both players will receive a {{Yellow Key}} after successfully finishing the Buddy Quest.

If you're looking for more buddies, check out the Discord channel #buddy-quests.
This is the official link to join the discord: [https://discord.gg/TkekXEf9Mh <span class="mw-ui-button mw-ui-progressive mw-ui-big" style="font-size: 1.2em;">Join the Discord</span>]

==Printshops==

{{Printshop}}s are locations where you can craft [[cubie]]s. They are normally located in major centers of commerce, such as large malls.

Printshops are now located at every Walmart, Target, and Canadian Tire across Canada and the US!

===Quick Printing Tutorial===

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==User Vaults==
[[Uservault]]s are vaults that can be created and placed by players! Before you can get started with [[Uservault]]s you must follow these steps below:

To place a new Uservault the player needs to first unlock a Uservault spot in their {{Headquarters}}. Each spot costs 1 {{Green Key}}.

A lock symbol shows up on the main screen. Go to the exact location you want to place the new Uservault and click the lock symbol.

The game will ask you to take a picture and then fill out some information about the location. 

A [[Yellow Flag]] is marking the spot until the location is approved which should take less than 72 hours. The player gets informed via in-game message when the [[Uservault]] is approved.

After approval, the Yellow Flag turns into a {{Cubiedozer}}. 

The Cubiedozer needs to be filled with 10'000 {{Resin}}. Any player can add resin in 100 increments which gives [[Leaderboard#Leaderboard Points|Leaderboard Points]].
There is no time limit to fill the Cubiedozer. 

Once the Cubiedozer reaches 10'000 {{Resin}}, it will turn into a [[Uservault]] after one hour.

===UserVault Walkthrough===

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==Special Events==

Currently, there are multiple ways of joining in on [[Special Events]]. {{Floating Vault}}s, [[Boosted Vault]]s, [[Printing Event]]s, and [[Photo Competition]]s are some of the many ways you can earn extra crypto and in-game items.

==Withdrawals==

{{USA}}<ref name="ny">Except NY due to Bitlicensing laws <br/> https://coinhuntworldwiki.com/wiki/Uphold#New_York_Residents</ref> and {{Canada}} hunters are able to withdraw the [[Cryptocurrency]] they earn in-game through Coin Hunt World's wallet partner {{Uphold}}.

Players need to have an account with {{Uphold}}, [[Uphold#Create Account|which can be created for free]]. Players must also unlock the Uphold export functionality in-game by paying 10,000 {{Resin}}. Finally, as an anti-cheating measure, new players are required to have successfully completed at least one [[Photo Quest]] before they are allowed to withdraw cryptocurrency.

Each Wednesday a snapshot of players that are linked with {{Uphold}} is taken.

Once linked, players who have at least 10 USD in {{Bitcoin}} or {{Ethereum}} will have it sent to their {{Uphold}} account every Thursday.  

{{note|This 10 USD requirement is separate for each Cryptocurrency. If a player has 12 USD in Bitcoin and 8 USD in Ethereum, only the Bitcoin will be exported.}}

==Support==

Questions? Comments? Need Support? Want the latest info and tips? All of this is best found through the {{Discord}} group.

You can also receive support in-game via the options menu, and by selecting BUG REPORT.

==Feedback==
If you want to share some feedback about the Coin Hunt World Start Guide, please contact the [[Wiki Admin]].

==More Sources==

===CHW Website===
https://coinhunt.world

==={{Discord}}===
https://discord.gg/MBQYRRD 

==={{Twitter|icononly}}Twitter===
https://twitter.com/coinhuntworld

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===Facebook===
https://www.facebook.com/Coinhuntworld

===Reddit===
https://www.reddit.com/r/CoinHuntWorld/

===Community Map===
https://www.coinhuntmap.com

===Community Trivia===
https://coinhuntworldtrivia.com/

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