THE PLAYBOOK · G8MM7JKU6
Play Reversi with the rules at hand
Bring your attention to one round of Reversi. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Something to practise
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Start here and follow along
- Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
- Place a disc to trap one or more opponent discs in a straight line.
- Every trapped line from that placement is flipped.
- If a player has no legal move, the turn automatically passes.
How to interact with the game
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A closer look at one example
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
Notice this detail
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
If you are unsure
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.
For my first round, how do I control Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough.
For this browser game, what format does Reversi offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, which play mode does Reversi use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
