Reversi Rules

Reversi is a board game for two players, played on an 8x8 grid. The game begins with two black and two white pieces placed in the center of the board, arranged in a square. The goal of the game is to end up with more pieces of your color than your opponent's by the end of the game.

Starting the Game

Both players need 64 special pieces, colored differently on each side (black and white or red).

The game begins with two black and two white pieces placed in the center of the board, forming a square.

One player uses the pieces with the black side facing up, while the other plays with the red or white side.

Black always moves first.

Making Moves: Valid Moves

Players take turns placing their pieces on the board.

Each move must result in flipping at least one opponent's piece; otherwise, the move is not allowed.

If a player cannot make a valid move, they skip their turn.

Flipping Pieces

When a piece is placed, all opponent pieces in a straight line (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) between the new piece and another piece of your color are flipped and become your color.

Ending the Game

The game ends when neither player can make a move, usually when the board is full or no valid moves are left.

The winner is the player with the most pieces of their color on the board.

If both players have the same number of pieces, the game is a draw.

Tips for Winning:

• Try to control the corners of the board. Once a piece is placed in a corner, it cannot be flipped.
• Avoid placing pieces on the edges early in the game, as this can make it easier for your opponent to gain control of those areas.
• Plan your moves carefully. Sometimes it's better to pass on a turn than to make a move that gives your opponent an advantage.

Start mastering Reversi today by applying these simple rules and sharpening your strategy!