Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe

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Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe: rules and examples

Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe. Win three mini-boards in a row on the large board. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

Same-device two players.

An idea for your next attempt

Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Keep the objective visible.

The objective of a round

Win three mini-boards in a row on the large board. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Work through the instructions

1. Play inside the required mini-board.
2. Your selected square sends the opponent to the corresponding mini-board.
3. A closed required board permits play in any open board.
4. Win local boards, then a large-board line.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Use the control method described here for this activity. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

Follow the example

A top-right cell sends the next player to the top-right mini-board. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.

A useful caution

A single local win does not finish the overall game. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.

Questions that come up during play