THE PLAYBOOK · HENANYUFU
How to play Gomoku
Bring your attention to one round of Gomoku. Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
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. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
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. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Gomoku?
The key detail is this: Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
While learning, how do I control Gomoku?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Gomoku?
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Gomoku?
The key detail is this: This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
While reading the Guide, what format does Gomoku offer?
For clarity: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
On this playing page, which play mode does Gomoku use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.