Help & FAQ
Frequently asked questions and guides for competitors.
How do I solve challenges and submit flags?
Navigate to the Challenges page and select an active mission. Read the briefing, download any attachments or access the remote ports, retrieve the secret flag, and submit it in the format MGSTC{...}. Points are instantly credited to your score.
How do hints work?
Stuck on a tricky problem? Many challenges provide intelligence hints that can be purchased using your current score points. When purchased, the hint content is permanently unlocked for your operative account.
How is the leaderboard calculated?
Rankings are calculated dynamically based on total score. In the event of a points tie, ranking priority is determined by the total number of challenges solved and the timestamp of the earliest solve.
Can I create and submit my own challenge?
Yes! We welcome community contributions. Visit the Contribute page to submit an original challenge. Once reviewed and accepted by an administrator, your challenge will go live with full author credits!
Still have questions?
Our platform team is available for inquiries and bug reports.