THE PLAYBOOK · SALESWOOD
Know the goal in Tic-Tac-Toe
Read the aim of Tic-Tac-Toe, then make your first move. 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. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
One thing to notice as you play
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
The challenge in front of you
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
How to use the controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Learn from a sample situation
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. Look for the relevant detail.
A useful caution
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
More answers before you play
Before I begin, 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.
While learning, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board.
While reading the Guide, 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.
As a new player, 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.
