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How to play Tic-Tac-Toe
Take a moment with Tic-Tac-Toe before moving to another game. 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. Look at what changes after your first action.
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
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. Start with a deliberate move.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
When I return, what format does Tic-Tac-Toe offer?
Keep this in mind: 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.