Game guide · SJZWEISHEN
Reversi: instructions and practice
Make Reversi your next activity in the game library. 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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
A focus for your next round
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The challenge in front of you
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Making your moves
- 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.
How your actions work
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.
See how the rules apply
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. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
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. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Game-specific help
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.
On this playing page, how do I control Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, 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.
What should I watch out for in Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
For clarity: 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.
For this browser game, where should I start with Reversi?
For clarity: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, how can I find Reversi again?
For clarity: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
