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How to play Tic-Tac-Toe
Use a short break to learn the rhythm 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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Look at what changes after your first action.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful 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. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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 Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
What example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
Before I begin, 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.
What format does Tic-Tac-Toe 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 Tic-Tac-Toe 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.