THE PLAYBOOK · JYYJHG
Understand the basics of Tic-Tac-Toe
Bring your attention to one round 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Something to practise
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
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.
Making selections and moves
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Look at the feedback after the action.
See the idea in action
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. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Check this before moving on
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. 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.
Questions that come up during play
When I return, what is the goal of Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
What format does Tic-Tac-Toe 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.
As a new player, 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.
