THE PLAYBOOK · DP2SX
An introduction to playing 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. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Practice beyond the first move
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Understand the aim
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.
Put the rules into context
Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
Pay attention to this rule
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. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Read these answers for extra help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Gomoku?
Keep this in mind: Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
How do I control Gomoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Gomoku?
For clarity: Four consecutive stones with an empty point at both ends creates two possible finishing moves.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Gomoku?
For clarity: This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
For my first round, 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.
For my first round, which play mode does Gomoku 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.