THE PLAYBOOK · YUNQITEA
How to play Hitori
Take a moment with Hitori before moving to another game. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
An idea for your next attempt
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
- No unshaded number may repeat in a row or column.
- Black cells cannot share an edge.
- Check puzzle verifies duplicates and connectivity.
How to interact with the game
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
See how the rules apply
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Take a moment to compare.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Questions about this game
As a new player, what is the goal of Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
For my first round, how do I control Hitori?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Hitori?
For clarity: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
What should I watch out for in Hitori?
The key detail is this: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
For a quick reminder, what format does Hitori offer?
For clarity: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
For this browser game, which play mode does Hitori use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
