THE PLAYBOOK · XICHONGLT
Reversi: what to know before playing
Try Reversi at your own pace and keep its objective in view. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
A small practice goal
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
The playing sequence
- 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.
Input guidance
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Check any mode label before starting.
An example before you play
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
A useful caution
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. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Clarifying the way this game works
For this browser game, 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 a quick reminder, how do I control Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Reversi?
For clarity: A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough.
When I return, what format does Reversi offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For my first round, which play mode does Reversi use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.