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Futoshiki: what to know before playing
Take a moment with Futoshiki before moving to another game. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
A small practice goal
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your objective
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
The order of play
- Select an editable square.
- Read inequalities by their row/column coordinates below the board.
- Enter 1–4.
- Check puzzle verifies both Latin-square rules and inequalities.
Using the playing area
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A closer look at one example
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Read the matching step again.
A common point of confusion
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Clarifying the way this game works
What is the goal of Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
As a new player, how do I control Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
While learning, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
Before I begin, what format does Futoshiki offer?
The key detail is this: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Before I begin, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: Select an editable square.
For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Futoshiki?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
Before I begin, how can I find Futoshiki 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.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.