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Play Gomoku with the rules at hand
Open Gomoku, check the instructions and begin a round. Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Try a more deliberate round
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Aim for this result
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Keep the controls in easy reach.
How a round unfolds
- Player 1 places the first stone on an empty intersection.
- Player 2 places a stone and turns alternate.
- Look for open lines and block your opponent’s threats.
- A winning line immediately ends the round.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
One way to understand the rules
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Take a moment to compare.
One detail worth checking
This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules. A different version of the game may use a different rule. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions that come up during play
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Gomoku?
For clarity: Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
For this browser game, how do I control Gomoku?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
What example helps explain Gomoku?
Keep this in mind: Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Gomoku?
Keep this in mind: This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
For my first round, what format does Gomoku offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
As a new player, which play mode does Gomoku use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.