THE PLAYBOOK · SZQILUFENG
Making your first moves in Hitori
Hitori gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Take a closer look while playing
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
The order of play
- Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
- No unshaded number may repeat in a row or column.
- Black cells cannot share an edge.
- Check puzzle verifies duplicates and connectivity.
Using the playing area
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
See the idea in action
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Further help with the game
On this playing page, what is the goal of Hitori?
Keep this in mind: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Hitori?
For clarity: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
While learning, what example helps explain Hitori?
For clarity: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
Keep this in mind: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
As a new player, what format does Hitori offer?
For clarity: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Hitori use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.