New Player Questions
1. Is Lands of Jail free to play?
Yes! Lands of Jail is completely free to download and play. It offers optional in-app purchases for gems, ヒーロー, and cosmetic items, but all gameplay content is accessible without spending money.
2. What platforms is Lands of Jail available on?
Lands of Jail is available on iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play Store). There is no PC version, but you can use emulators.
3. Is it pay-to-win?
While spending money accelerates progress, the game is fully playable as 無課金. Smart resource management, active alliance membership, and consistent daily play can keep you competitive — especially in the mid-tier.
4. Can I change servers?
Yes, but it usually costs gems or requires starting a new account. Some servers offer free transfers during special イベント. Check your server settings for options.
5. How do I bind my account?
Go to Settings → Account → Bind Account. Options typically include Google Play, Game Center, Facebook, and Email. Bind immediately to prイベント progress loss.
6. What happens if I lose my device?
As long as your account is bound, you can log in on a new device and continue playing. Unbound accounts may be lost permanently.
7. Can I have multiple accounts?
Yes, you can create multiple accounts, but each must be on a different server. Using the same account on multiple servers requires starting fresh on each.
Gameplay Basics
8. What is the main goal in Lands of Jail?
The primary goals are to build and アップグレード your prison facility, recruit powerful 囚人-ヒーロー, train 部隊, join an alliance, and compete for 領土 and 資源 on the world map.
9. What should I do first?
Follow the チュートリアル, then:
- Bind your account
- Join an active alliance
- Focus on HQ (Warden's Office) アップグレード
- Complete daily quests
- Send 部隊 to gather 資源
10. What is the Warden's Office (HQ)?
It's your central 建物. Its level determines the maximum level of all other 建物s and unlocks new features. Always keep your HQ at the maximum level possible.
11. What are 囚人/ヒーロー?
囚人 are the ヒーロー characters in Lands of Jail. Each has unique skills and ステータス. They lead marches, defend your 拠点, provide passive ボーナス, and participate in イベント.
12. How do I get new ヒーロー?
ヒーロー are obtained through the summoning system using gems or special tokens. Rate-up banners offer increased chances for specific ヒーロー. Some ヒーロー are also available through イベント and the alliance shop.
13. What are 部隊 and how do I train them?
部隊 are your military units, trained at the Guard Barracks. There are multiple types (Guards, Snipers, Riot Squad, K-9 Units) and tiers. Always train the highest tier available.
14. What is stamina/energy used for?
Stamina is consumed when 攻撃 campaign stages and 収集 on the world map. It regenerates over time and can be replenished with items.
資源
15. What are the main 資源?
- Food: 部隊 upkeep and 訓練
- Materials: 建物 建設
- Cash: 研究 and recruitment
- Gems: Premium currency for summons and purchases
16. How do I get more food?
アップグレード your Mess Hall, assign food-生産 ヒーロー (Chef Remy), 研究 food tech, and gather from food nodes on the world map.
17. How do I get gems for free?
Daily quests, alliance イベント, campaign stars, login 報酬, achievement milestones, server イベント, and PvP ranking 報酬 all provide free gems.
18. What should I spend gems on?
Save gems for rate-up summoning イベント featuring S-tier ヒーロー. This is the best value for 無課金 players. Never waste gems on 速度-ups or individual 資源.
19. How do I protect my 資源 from raids?
アップグレード your Warehouse, spend 資源 before logging off, use protection シールドs, join an active alliance for 防衛, and send excess 資源 with 収集 部隊.
20. Why do my 部隊 keep dying?
You're likely running out of food (causing 部隊 desertion) or losing them in PvP 戦闘. Check your food 生産 rate and avoid 攻撃 stronger players.
ヒーロー & 囚人
21. Who are the best ヒーロー in the game?
Check our Tier List for the current rankings. S-tier ヒーロー include The Warden, Mr. Ledger, Ironjaw, and Scarlet.
22. How do I アップグレード ヒーロー?
ヒーロー can be アップグレードd through: Leveling (EXP), Ascending (shards), Skill アップグレード (skill books/materials), and Gear (equipment).
23. Should I spread アップグレード across multiple ヒーロー or focus on one?
Always focus on your best 2-3 ヒーロー first. Spreading 資源 thin leads to mediocrity. Max out your top ヒーロー before investing in others.
24. What is ヒーロー ascension?
Ascension increases a ヒーロー's star level and 拠点 ステータス. It requires duplicate ヒーロー shards. Higher ascension = significantly stronger ヒーロー.
25. How do I get ヒーロー shards?
Hero shards come from summoning duplicates, イベント, alliance shop, campaign 報酬, and special offers.
26. Can I reset a ヒーロー's アップグレード?
Some games allow reset for a cost (gems or items). Check your ヒーロー management screen for this option. If available, use it if you've invested in a weak ヒーロー.
戦闘
27. How does the 部隊 counter system work?
- Guards counter Snipers
- Snipers counter Riot Squad
- Riot Squad counters Guards
- K-9 Units counter Snipers but lose to Riot Squad
Countering grants +30% ダメージ ボーナス.
28. Should I scout before 攻撃?
Always. Scouting reveals the target's 部隊 composition, 防衛 layout, and resource stockpile. 攻撃ing blind is a recipe for disaster.
29. How do I defend my 拠点?
アップグレード walls and traps, assign 防衛 ヒーロー (The Architect), keep garrison 部隊, build 防衛 towers, and ask alliance members for reinforcement.
30. What is a ラリー?
A ラリー is a coordinated 攻撃 where multiple alliance members contribute 部隊 to a single massive march. Rallies are essential for 攻撃 strong targets.
31. Why do I lose even when I have more power?
Power is a general metric. Actual 戦闘 depends on 部隊 counters, ヒーロー skills, 陣形, and 防衛 layouts. A smart player with lower power can beat a careless one with higher power.
32. How do I heal wounded 部隊?
Wounded 部隊 go to your Infirmary. アップグレード the Infirmary, assign Doctor Vale for faster 回復, and use 回復 速度-ups during wars.
建物
33. What should I アップグレード first?
優先度: Warden's Office (HQ) > Warehouse > Mess Hall > 研究 Lab > Guard Barracks > Infirmary. See our 建物 優先度 ガイド.
34. How do I get more builder slots?
Most SLGs start you with 1-2 builders. Additional slots can be unlocked through VIP levels, gems, or special イベント. Extra builders dramatically 速度 up progression.
35. What does the 研究 Lab do?
The 研究 Lab provides permanent stat ボーナス — resource 生産, 戦闘 ステータス, 訓練 速度, 建設 速度. Start 研究ing early.
36. Should I アップグレード walls?
Yes. Walls are your primary physical 防衛. They absorb ダメージ during raids and house traps. Keep them as high as possible.
37. What is the Embassy for?
The Embassy allows alliance members to reinforce your 拠点 and enables alliance ラリー participation. アップグレード it to receive more reinforcement 部隊.
Alliances
38. When should I join an alliance?
Immediately after the チュートリアル. Alliance ボーナス are essential from day one. Don't wait — find any active alliance and join.
39. How do I choose a good alliance?
Look for: 50+ members, high online activity, alliance level 5+, your language, reasonable requirements. Talk to the leader before joining.
40. What are alliance coins and how do I use them?
Alliance coins are earned through tech donations and alliance イベント. Spend them in the Alliance Shop on ヒーロー shards, 速度-ups, 資源, and items.
41. Can I switch alliances?
Yes, but there's usually a cooldown (12-24 hours). Always leave on good terms and never during a war. Coordinate your departure with both alliance leaders.
42. What happens during alliance wars?
Alliance wars involve coordinated 攻撃 and 防衛 against rival alliances. You'll ラリー targets, defend 領土, and earn war points for 報酬.
Progression
43. How do I increase my power quickly?
- アップグレード 建物s (especially HQ)
- Train higher-tier 部隊
- 研究 permanent tech
- Level and ascend ヒーロー
- アップグレード ヒーロー gear
44. What is VIP and is it worth アップグレード?
VIP levels provide permanent ボーナス like extra builder slots, faster 研究, and daily 報酬. Upgrading VIP is worth it for active players.
45. What should I do when I'm stuck?
- Check if your HQ is maxed (it gates everything)
- Join a stronger alliance for ボーナス
- Focus on 研究 for permanent ボーナス
- Gather 資源 from the world map
- Participate in イベント for ボーナス 資源
46. How long does it take to be competitive?
無課金 players can be competitive in mid-tier within 2-4 weeks of active play. Top-tier competitiveness requires months or significant spending.
Spending & Value
47. Should I spend money on the game?
It's optional. If you enjoy the game and want to サポート it, the Monthly Pass and バトル Pass offer the best value. For 無課金 players, patience and consistency are key.
48. What's the best value purchase?
The Monthly Pass provides the most gems per dollar. First-time purchase ボーナス (2x or 3x) are also excellent value.
49. Should I buy gem packs for summons?
Only during rate-up banners featuring S-tier ヒーロー. Never buy gems for standard summons — the rates are much worse.
50. Is the バトル Pass worth it?
For active players who complete it: absolutely. The 報酬 far exceed the cost. For casual players, it may not be worth it.
Technical Issues
51. The game keeps crashing. What should I do?
- Restart your device
- Clear the game cache
- Update to the latest version
- Check available storage space
- Contact customer サポート
52. I didn't receive my purchase. What now?
Wait 24 hours (purchases can be delayed). If still missing, contact customer サポート with your purchase receipt. Most issues are resolved within 48 hours.
53. Can I play on multiple devices?
Yes, as long as your account is bound. Log in with the same account on any device. Progress syncs automatically.
54. How do I contact customer サポート?
Settings → Customer サポート → Submit Ticket. Provide screenshots and a clear description of your issue.
Have a question we didn't answer? Check our other ガイド or reach out through our community channels. This FAQ is updated regularly with new answers.