Game guide · RCFUTURE11
Reversi: instructions and practice
Make Reversi your next activity in the game library. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Give this approach a try
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Refer to the controls when needed.
The goal to keep in mind
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.
How to proceed
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Learn from a sample situation
Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
Check this before moving on
A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Further help with the game
While learning, what is the goal of Reversi?
Keep this in mind: When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.
As a new player, how do I control Reversi?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
What example helps explain Reversi?
For clarity: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Reversi?
Here is the relevant explanation: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Reversi?
For clarity: 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?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Reversi?
For clarity: 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.