It's a pretty innovative puzzle, with subtle rules that explore the psychology of its participants and has a basis on internet technology. There's a fine line between giving up on a futile cause and having patience and perserverance in winning.
What winning strategies can you suggest?
One that I've tried if I'm the host is to open four slots. Then, I shoot for an 8 person victory, but if I can only get a 6 person victory, it's still better than nothing. Not only that, but if there are enough people trying to connect, you can easily open the other 2 slots and get the rare but rewarding 10 person victory!
Also, another thing I've learned: numbers don't mean anything. The victory is still just as good with high numbers as with low numbers, but the COLORS are what's important: everyone has to green numbers or you CAN'T win.
Do any of you have any tips for winning?
Oh right, and then when you win there's that enjoyable thingy with the shooty angel and vampire dude... but a win is so rare that you can't really count on it.