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Transition to the New PlateRiver.NET Platform

PlateRiver.NET has now moved from the previous live site to the newly upgraded platform. All tools, calculators, Chinese Chess learning modules, and multilingual content are now served through the new system.

During this transition, some pages may continue to be refined as the new platform stabilises. If you notice anything unusual, it may be part of the final rollout adjustments.

What’s included

  • Migration from the old site to the new platform
  • Updated navigation and page structure
  • Unified multilingual support (EN / 简 / 繁)
  • New Help Centre and reorganised Updates section
  • Improved stability and performance across all tools

This notice confirms the platform transition and ensures users understand why the site looks and behaves differently.

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Games provide interactive learning and playing experiences.

Currently available: Chinese Chess (Xiangqi).

Overview

Chinese Chess includes:

  • Learn & Practice
  • Play vs AI
  • Play a Friend
  • Free Play

What It Does

The game modes allow you to:

  • Learn rules and strategies
  • Practice scenarios
  • Play against AI
  • Play against another person
  • Experiment freely

How to use

Learn & Practice
  1. Open Games → Chinese Chess → Learn & Practice
  2. Select a lesson or practice mode
  3. Follow on‑screen instructions
Play vs AI
  1. Open Play vs AI
  2. Choose difficulty
  3. Start the match
Play a Friend
  1. Open Play a Friend
  2. Share the game link
  3. Both players join
Free Play
  1. Open Free Play
  2. Move pieces freely
  3. Use this mode for analysis or experimentation
Tips
  • Start with Learn & Practice before playing AI
  • Use Free Play to test strategies
  • Play a Friend for real‑world practice

Troubleshooting

If the game does not load:

  • Refresh the page
  • Try again in another browser

If moves do not respond:

  • Check your internet connection
  • Restart the game
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