THE PLAYBOOK · YUNQITEA
Learn your way around Reversi
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Reversi. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Build familiarity through play
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. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you are aiming for
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Start here and follow along
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
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. Check the stated objective.
A common point of confusion
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. 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
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.
How do I control Reversi?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
