⚫ Gomoku

Master the ancient strategy of Five in a Row. Challenge our advanced AI or play against friends!

Welcome to Gomoku

The classic strategy game where you need to get five stones in a row to win. Choose your game mode and difficulty!

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Mode: vs AI
Difficulty: Medium
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How to Play Gomoku

Objective

Be the first to get five stones in a row horizontally, vertically, or diagonally

How to Play

Click on any empty intersection to place your stone. Take turns with your opponent

Strategy

Block your opponent's potential winning lines while building your own sequences

Winning

The first player to align five stones wins the game. No overlines allowed!

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Victory!

Congratulations! You won the game!

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How to Play Gomoku

Game Objective

Gomoku, also known as "Five in a Row," is a strategy board game where the goal is to be the first player to get five of your stones in a row.

Basic Rules

  • Turn-based: Players alternate placing stones on the board
  • Winning condition: First to get 5 stones in a row wins
  • Directions: Horizontal, vertical, or diagonal lines count
  • No overlines: More than 5 in a row doesn't count as a win

Strategy Tips

  • Control the center: The center offers more winning opportunities
  • Block threats: Always block opponent's potential winning moves
  • Create multiple threats: Force your opponent to defend multiple lines
  • Think ahead: Plan several moves in advance

AI Difficulty Levels

  • Easy: Basic pattern recognition, good for beginners
  • Medium: Advanced tactics with moderate lookahead
  • Hard: Expert-level AI with deep strategic analysis