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Rules, controls and help for Gomoku
Try Gomoku at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Practice with a purpose
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Make the next step deliberately.
The objective of a round
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Start with a deliberate move.
How a round unfolds
- Player 1 places the first stone on an empty intersection.
- Player 2 places a stone and turns alternate.
- Look for open lines and block your opponent’s threats.
- A winning line immediately ends the round.
Making selections and moves
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.
See the idea in action
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Where a round can go wrong
This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
A few questions answered
As a new player, what is the goal of Gomoku?
For clarity: Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
On this playing page, how do I control Gomoku?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, what example helps explain Gomoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Gomoku?
This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
What format does Gomoku 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 this browser game, which play mode does Gomoku use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.