THE PLAYBOOK · XZJSCM
How to play 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. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
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. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
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. Look for the relevant detail.
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.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, 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.
For my first round, how do I control Reversi?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Reversi?
Keep this in mind: 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.
As a new player, 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.
