THE PLAYBOOK · MASYYSP
An introduction to playing Nim
Make Nim your next activity in the game library. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
A small practice goal
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
The purpose of your moves
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
From the start of a round
- Player 1 chooses a pile.
- Remove at least one counter, and up to all counters, from that pile.
- The next player chooses a pile and an amount.
- Continue until no counters remain.
Your inputs
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
With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Game-specific help
When I return, what is the goal of Nim?
The key detail is this: Remove the last counter on the board to win.
On this playing page, how do I control Nim?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Nim?
The key detail is this: With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Keep this in mind: Only one pile may be changed per turn.
On this playing page, what format does Nim offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While learning, which play mode does Nim 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.
