Game guide · 5AICAKE
The essentials of playing Reversi
Start Reversi by looking at the playing area and its controls. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
One thing to notice as you play
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
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. Notice how the game responds to your input.
From the start of a round
- 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.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
An example before you play
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Where a round can go wrong
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Game-specific help
As a new player, what is the goal of Reversi?
For clarity: When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.
While learning, how do I control Reversi?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Reversi?
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Reversi?
The key detail is this: 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Reversi 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.
On this playing page, where should I start with Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Reversi again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Reversi?
The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
