Game guide · KP028
Find your footing in Reversi
Try Reversi at your own pace and keep its objective in view. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Take a closer look while playing
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Making your moves
- 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. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Try this example
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. Look for the relevant detail.
Where a round can go wrong
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. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Reversi?
For clarity: When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.
For this browser game, how do I control Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Reversi?
Keep this in mind: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.
On this playing page, 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.
When I return, 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.
Where should I start with Reversi?
For clarity: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Reversi again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Reversi?
The key detail is this: 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.
