Game guide · GDAIZHIBO
Reversi: a guide for your next round
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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Try a more deliberate round
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. 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. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Work through an example
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Consider the next action carefully.
Where a round can go wrong
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. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Questions that come up during play
While reading the Guide, 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.
For this browser game, how do I control Reversi?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Reversi?
For clarity: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
What should I watch out for in Reversi?
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough.
On this playing page, 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?
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.
While learning, where should I start with Reversi?
For clarity: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
Do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Reversi again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, 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.