feat: Add timeout mechanism to prevent griefing #2
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- Add last-move-block tracking to game state - Implement cancel-game function for timeout scenarios - Add can-cancel-game read-only function - Add comprehensive timeout tests (6 new test cases) - Prevent players from indefinitely stalling games - Ensure fair fund distribution when games are cancelled - Only game participants can cancel games - Games that have ended cannot be cancelled Resolves the griefing issue where losing players could refuse to make moves, leaving games in limbo with locked funds.
Features Added: - Timeout protection system to prevent griefing by inactive players - Smart contract functions: cancel-game and can-cancel-game - Frontend UI components for timeout management - Real-time timeout status checking Technical Implementation: - Updated contract address to deployed testnet version - Added last-move-block field to game data structure - Created TimeoutIndicator React component with cancel button - Integrated cancel-game functionality in useStacks hook - Added canCancelGame read-only function for UI state management UI/UX Enhancements: - Timeout warning banner for ongoing games - One-click game cancellation for eligible players - Visual feedback for timeout protection status - Seamless integration with existing game flow Anti-Griefing Measures: - Players can cancel games after timeout period - Automatic fund distribution to non-timeout player - Prevents indefinite game stalling - Protects player investments from bad actors This implementation solves the critical griefing issue where losing players could refuse to make moves, locking up both players' funds indefinitely.
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Resolves the griefing issue where losing players could refuse to make moves, leaving games in limbo with locked funds.