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Your guide to Futoshiki
Futoshiki gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
One thing to notice as you play
Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Make the next step deliberately.
The purpose of your moves
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
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.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
One way to understand the rules
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Read these answers for extra help
For my first round, what is the goal of Futoshiki?
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
On this playing page, how do I control Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
Before I begin, what format does Futoshiki offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
As a new player, 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 learning, where should I start with Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: Select an editable square.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, 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.
For my first round, how do I report an issue with Futoshiki?
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.