THE PLAYBOOK · XQIN8
Reversi: what to know before playing
Read the aim of Reversi, then make your first move. 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. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
A small practice goal
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.
What you are aiming for
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
See how the rules apply
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. Keep the game’s format in mind.
One detail worth checking
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. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Helpful answers for players
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Reversi?
Keep this in mind: 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.
When I return, what example helps explain Reversi?
The key detail is this: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
When I return, 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Reversi use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.