THE PLAYBOOK · GYYSJZD
The Futoshiki playbook
Start Futoshiki by looking at the playing area and its controls. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
A small practice goal
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your objective
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Making your moves
- 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.
How to use the controls
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. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
See the idea in action
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. Consider the next action carefully.
An important reminder
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Compare the situation with the worked example. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Read these answers for extra help
As a new player, what is the goal of Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
For this browser game, 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.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
While learning, what format does Futoshiki offer?
Keep this in mind: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
On this playing page, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
