Getting Started

New to StoxPlay? Start here! Learn the basics of fantasy stock trading and get ready to compete.

Quick Start Guide

1. Sign Up

Create your account and verify email

2. Join Contest

Pick a contest that matches your style

3. Pick Stocks

Build your portfolio within budget

4. Win Prizes

Compete and earn rewards

What is StoxPlay and how does it work?

Learn the basics of fantasy stock trading and how StoxPlay brings the excitement of the stock market to gaming.

Beginner3 min read

Overview

StoxPlay is a fantasy stock trading platform where you create virtual portfolios using real stock data. You compete with other players based on how well your selected stocks perform in the real market.

Key Points

No real money is invested in actual stocks

Use virtual currency to build portfolios

Compete in contests with other players

Win prizes based on stock performance

Learn about the stock market risk-free

Step-by-Step Guide

Join a contest that interests you

Select stocks within your budget

Choose Captain and Vice-Captain

Track your portfolio performance

Win prizes based on rankings

How to create your first portfolio

Step-by-step guide to building your first fantasy stock portfolio and making your initial picks.

Beginner5 min read

Overview

Creating your first portfolio is easy! Follow these steps to get started with your fantasy stock trading journey.

Key Points

Each contest has a virtual budget limit

You can select 8-12 stocks per portfolio

Mix different market cap stocks for balance

Captain gets 2x points, Vice-Captain gets 1.5x

You can edit your team before contest starts

Step-by-Step Guide

Browse available contests and join one

Review the stock list and prices

Select stocks that fit your budget

Assign Captain and Vice-Captain roles

Review your portfolio before submitting

Confirm your entry and wait for contest to start

Understanding contest types and formats

Explore different contest formats, entry fees, and prize structures available on StoxPlay.

Beginner4 min read

Overview

StoxPlay offers various contest formats to suit different playing styles and experience levels.

Key Points

Daily contests run for one trading day

Weekly contests span 5 trading days

Special contests for events and themes

Different entry fees and prize pools

Head-to-head and multi-player formats

Step-by-Step Guide

Browse the contests lobby

Filter by entry fee and format

Read contest rules and duration

Check prize distribution

Join contests that match your style

Track your performance across contests

Basic stock selection strategies

Learn fundamental strategies for picking winning stocks in your fantasy portfolio.

Intermediate6 min read

Overview

Successful stock selection requires research, strategy, and understanding of market trends.

Key Points

Research company fundamentals and news

Consider market trends and sector performance

Balance high-risk and stable stocks

Monitor earnings announcements and events

Diversify across different sectors

Step-by-Step Guide

Analyze recent stock performance

Check upcoming earnings and events

Read market news and analyst reports

Consider sector trends and momentum

Balance your portfolio risk

Make informed Captain/Vice-Captain choices

How to read stock charts and data

Master the basics of technical analysis and interpreting stock price movements.

Intermediate7 min read

Overview

Understanding stock charts and data helps you make better informed decisions for your fantasy portfolio.

Key Points

Learn to read candlestick charts

Understand volume and price trends

Identify support and resistance levels

Use moving averages for trend analysis

Recognize chart patterns and signals

Step-by-Step Guide

Start with basic price and volume charts

Learn common chart patterns

Practice identifying trends

Use technical indicators wisely

Combine with fundamental analysis

Apply insights to stock selection

Setting up your account and profile

Complete guide to account creation, verification, and profile customization.

Beginner4 min read

Overview

Setting up your StoxPlay account properly ensures a smooth gaming experience and enables all features.

Key Points

Email verification is required

Complete KYC for withdrawals

Set up payment methods securely

Customize your profile and preferences

Enable security features like 2FA

Step-by-Step Guide

Verify your email address

Complete basic profile information

Upload KYC documents if needed

Set up payment methods

Configure notification preferences

Ready for More?

Now that you know the basics, explore more advanced topics to improve your fantasy trading skills.