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Learn your way around Hitori
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Hitori. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Practice beyond the first move
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you are aiming for
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Follow these playing steps
- Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
- No unshaded number may repeat in a row or column.
- Black cells cannot share an edge.
- Check puzzle verifies duplicates and connectivity.
The controls to know
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Put the rules into context
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
A useful caution
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
A few questions answered
For this browser game, what is the goal of Hitori?
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
While learning, how do I control Hitori?
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 Hitori?
For clarity: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
When I return, what format does Hitori offer?
Keep this in mind: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
When I return, which play mode does Hitori 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.
Before I begin, where should I start with Hitori?
The key detail is this: Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Hitori 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.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Hitori?
The key detail is this: 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.
