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Futoshiki

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Follow the steps for Futoshiki

Take a moment with Futoshiki before moving to another game. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.

Practice beyond the first move

Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.

Your objective

Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.

How to proceed

  1. Select an editable square.
  2. Read inequalities by their row/column coordinates below the board.
  3. Enter 1–4.
  4. Check puzzle verifies both Latin-square rules and inequalities.

How to use the controls

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.

See the idea in action

r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.

A mistake to avoid

An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

Clarifying the way this game works

For this browser game, what is the goal of Futoshiki?

For clarity: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.

Before I begin, how do I control Futoshiki?

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

When I return, what example helps explain Futoshiki?

Here is the relevant explanation: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.

What should I watch out for in Futoshiki?

Here is the relevant explanation: An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.

While learning, what format does Futoshiki offer?

The key detail is this: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.

For this browser game, which play mode does Futoshiki use?

The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

Where should I start with Futoshiki?

The key detail is this: Select an editable square.

When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Futoshiki?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

On this playing page, how can I find Futoshiki again?

For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Futoshiki?

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.

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