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Read before your next round of Reversi
Reversi gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. 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. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Practice beyond the first move
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your objective
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
From the start of a round
- 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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Look at the feedback after the action.
One way to understand the rules
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Read these answers for extra help
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.
Before I begin, how do I control Reversi?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
For a quick reminder, 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.
While learning, 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.
On this playing page, which play mode does Reversi use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
On this playing page, how can I find Reversi again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.