THE PLAYBOOK · BXBZYS
Getting started with 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. 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.
A small practice goal
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
The purpose of your moves
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. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
The steps to play
- 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 to interact with the game
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Check any mode label before starting.
One way to understand the rules
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
Keep this in mind
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
If you are unsure
On this playing page, what is the goal of Reversi?
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.
For my first round, how do I control Reversi?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
What example helps explain Reversi?
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
On this playing page, 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.
While reading the Guide, what format does Reversi offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
On this playing page, 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.
