THE PLAYBOOK · CQXSJINPENG
How to play Sokoban
Sokoban gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Push every crate onto a target. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Push every crate onto a target. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
Controls
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Consider the player’s access behind crates. Compare the situation with the worked example. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Push every crate onto a target.
As a new player, how do I control Sokoban?
Keep this in mind: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
For clarity: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
Before I begin, what format does Sokoban offer?
For clarity: Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
For this browser game, which play mode does Sokoban use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
