How to play Omok
Illustrated how-to
Step 1 Line up 5 stones first — Omok!
Black (you) and White take turns. Horizontal, vertical or diagonal all count
Step 2 Tap to preview, tap again to place
On phones, check the spot with the crosshair, then tap the same point again
Step 3 Always block their four!
If you don't take the red ring, they make five next. Blocking an open three early is even safer
Step 4 A four-three wins!
Make a four and an open three with one move — they can't block both. Two lines light up
Step 5 Black can't play 3-3, 4-4 or 6+
Renju rules — forbidden spots show a red ×
Full rules
- Black (first) and White take turns on a 15-line board. You usually play Black.
- Line up 5 stones horizontally, vertically or diagonally first to win — Omok!
- Renju rules: Black can't play a double three, double four or overline (6+) (red ×). Black needs exactly five; White has no limits.
- Block a four (five next move) right away. An open four or a four-three is as good as a win!
- On phones, tap once to preview and tap again to place (a mouse places at once).
- Puzzle stages: make five within N moves from a set position. They always block a four.
- Stuck? Use a hint (watch an ad for a hint). Lost? Undo one move.
↩️ Help you get from ads
Lost? Take back a move
When they make five, watch an ad to undo your last move and theirs, then play on
FAQ
- Is Omok free to play?
- Yes. You can play for free in your web browser with no install. When you win, data (MB) is added to your wallet.
- Can I play Omok on my phone?
- Yes. You can play in the web browser on a phone, tablet or PC.
- Does Omok have a time limit?
- Yes, each round has a time limit.
- How long does a round of Omok take?
- About About 2 min on average.
