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Learn your way around 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Something to practise
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
What the game asks you to do
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
An example to follow
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. 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
What is the goal of Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
While learning, 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.
When I return, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
For clarity: 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?
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
For a quick reminder, what format does Futoshiki offer?
For clarity: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
For this browser game, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: Select an editable square.
As a new player, 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.
Before I begin, how can I find Futoshiki again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
How do I report an issue with Futoshiki?
For clarity: 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.
