THE PLAYBOOK · SUDAANMO
An introduction to playing Tic-Tac-Toe
Try Tic-Tac-Toe at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Bring this focus to a round
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The playing sequence
- 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.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
An example to follow
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. Keep the controls nearby.
A useful caution
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Clarifying the way this game works
While learning, 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.
Before I begin, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
On this playing page, 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.
When I return, which play mode does Tic-Tac-Toe 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.
