# Game Modes

You can play emoji™ Marble Dash in two different ways.

### 🎯 Quick Race (Free-to-Play)

Quick Race is the ideal starting point for new players and those who want to jump straight into the action. It’s free and easy to join, just tap Play and start racing!

**Core Features:**

* No account or crypto setup needed – play instantly
* Six players per race with automatic matchmaking
* Balanced competition through experience-based matching
* XP rewards for the top three finishers
* Progression system that unlocks new content as you level up

### 🏆 Ranked Mode

For competitive players, Ranked Mode raises the stakes with rewards and a skill-based ranking system. Each race carries entry fees and prize pools for the top racers.

**Core Features:**

* Entry fees scale with your trophy rank
* Six-player matchmaking for fair, balanced races
* Trophies gained or lost based on finishing position
* The top three finishers share the prize pool
* Collect Super Lootboxes during races for extra rewards

**Prize Distribution:**

* Platform revenue share: 12.5% of the total prize pool
* 🥇 1st place: 50% of the remaining pool
* 🥈 2nd place: 30%
* 🥉 3rd place: 20%
* Bottom three racers lose trophies but still earn XP


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