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Your guide to Tic-Tac-Toe
Open Tic-Tac-Toe, check the instructions and begin a round. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Look at what changes after your first action. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Give this approach a try
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
Understand the aim
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
An example before you play
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Check the stated objective.
Keep this in mind
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, 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.
Before I begin, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While learning, what example helps explain Tic-Tac-Toe?
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell.
While learning, 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?
Keep this in mind: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For my first round, which play mode does Tic-Tac-Toe use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Tic-Tac-Toe?
Keep this in mind: Player 1 places a cross in an empty cell.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For this browser game, how can I find Tic-Tac-Toe again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, 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.