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How to play Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe
Bring your attention to one round of Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe. Win three mini-boards in a row on the large board. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.
Same-device two players.
A useful comparison
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Win three mini-boards in a row on the large board. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Play inside the required mini-board.
- Your selected square sends the opponent to the corresponding mini-board.
- A closed required board permits play in any open board.
- Win local boards, then a large-board line.
Controls
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
A top-right cell sends the next player to the top-right mini-board. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
A single local win does not finish the overall game. 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.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe?
Here is the relevant explanation: Win three mini-boards in a row on the large board.
How do I control Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe?
For clarity: Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
As a new player, what example helps explain Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe?
The key detail is this: A top-right cell sends the next player to the top-right mini-board.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe?
A single local win does not finish the overall game.
While learning, what format does Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe offer?
For clarity: Same-device two players.
For my first round, which play mode does Ultimate Tic-Tac-Toe use?
The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
