THE PLAYBOOK · SZQILUFENG
How to play Tic-Tac-Toe
Start Tic-Tac-Toe by looking at the playing area and its controls. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
An idea for your next attempt
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The steps to play
- Player 1 places a cross in an empty cell.
- Player 2 places a circle in another empty cell.
- Take turns, watching both your winning opportunities and the opponent’s threats.
- The board stops accepting moves when a player wins or the game is drawn.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.
Work through an example
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Read the matching step again.
Keep this in mind
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Read these answers for extra help
On this playing page, what is the goal of Tic-Tac-Toe?
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw.
For my first round, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
As a new player, what format does Tic-Tac-Toe 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.
On this playing page, which play mode does Tic-Tac-Toe 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.
