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How to play Tic-Tac-Toe
Make Tic-Tac-Toe your next activity in the game library. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Practice with a purpose
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.
What counts as success
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. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
From the start of a round
- 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.
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. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A closer look at one example
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
One detail worth checking
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. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Read these answers for extra help
For a quick reminder, 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.
When I return, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
On this playing page, what format does Tic-Tac-Toe offer?
For clarity: 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?
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.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: Player 1 places a cross in an empty cell.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Tic-Tac-Toe again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
How do I report an issue with Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.