THE PLAYBOOK · DAIKUANZ
Rules, controls and help for Gomoku
Open Gomoku, check the instructions and begin a round. Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Build familiarity through play
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The challenge in front of you
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. Notice how the game responds to your input.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
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 controls nearby.
An important reminder
This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Clarifying the way this game works
On this playing page, what is the goal of Gomoku?
Make five or more connected stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a line is a draw.
As a new player, how do I control Gomoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Gomoku?
Keep this in mind: 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: This is freestyle Gomoku, not Renju: there are no special forbidden opening or double-three rules.
For a quick reminder, what format does Gomoku offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.