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How to play Futoshiki
Start Futoshiki by looking at the playing area and its controls. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
Step by step
- Select an editable square.
- Read inequalities by their row/column coordinates below the board.
- Enter 1–4.
- Check puzzle verifies both Latin-square rules and inequalities.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful example
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
What is the goal of Futoshiki?
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
When I return, what format does Futoshiki offer?
For clarity: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
For this browser game, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.