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Reversi: from controls to your first 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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Take a closer look while playing
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
How a round unfolds
- 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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Take a moment to compare.
One detail worth checking
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. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Answers about the rules and controls
As a new player, 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?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
For my first round, 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.
For this browser game, 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.
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.