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How to play Tic-Tac-Toe
Take a moment with Tic-Tac-Toe before moving to another game. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. Look at what changes after your first action.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
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. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw.
As a new player, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
What format does Tic-Tac-Toe 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.