How to Play Reversi

Game guide · DAIXIAOLIE

Open Reversi, check the instructions and begin a round. When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

A focus for your next round

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.

Understand the aim

When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.

Work through the instructions

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.

How your actions work

Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

An example to follow

Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.

One detail worth checking

A placement must flip at least one opposing disc; simply placing beside your own discs is not enough. A different version of the game may use a different rule. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.

Helpful answers for players

When I return, what is the goal of Reversi?

When neither player has a legal move, the player with more discs on the board wins; equal totals are a draw.

While learning, 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?

The key detail is this: Black–white–empty can become black–black–black when Black plays in the empty square.

While reading the Guide, 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.

On this playing page, 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.

For my first round, which play mode does Reversi use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While learning, where should I start with Reversi?

Keep this in mind: Black moves first. Highlighted cells show legal placements.

While learning, 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.

Before I begin, how can I find Reversi again?

For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the 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.