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How to play Gomoku
Choose a round of Gomoku and settle into its rules. Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is 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.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Player 1 places the first stone on an empty intersection.
- Player 2 places a stone and turns alternate.
- Look for open lines and block your opponent’s threats.
- A winning line immediately ends the round.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Gomoku?
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
As a new player, how do I control Gomoku?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Gomoku?
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Gomoku?
Keep this in mind: This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
What format does Gomoku 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 Gomoku use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.