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Learn the rules of Tic-Tac-Toe
Choose a round of Tic-Tac-Toe and settle into its rules. Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the same-device two players mode shown on the page. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Try a more deliberate round
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Make the next step deliberately.
What the game asks you to do
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. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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.
Input guidance
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Work through an example
Two crosses in the top row threaten a win in the remaining top-row cell. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
Pay attention to this rule
You cannot replace a mark that is already on the board. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Questions about this game
For this browser game, what is the goal of Tic-Tac-Toe?
Complete a row, column or diagonal of three marks. If the board fills without a line, the round is a draw.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
Before I begin, 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.
While learning, 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.
Before I begin, 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.
Which play mode does Tic-Tac-Toe use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Player 1 places a cross in an empty cell.
On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While learning, 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.
For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Tic-Tac-Toe?
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.