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Rules, controls and help for Hitori
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Hitori. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
A focus for your next round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Step by step
- 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.
Using the playing area
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.
An example before you play
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
A useful caution
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Questions that come up during play
While learning, what is the goal of Hitori?
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
For this browser game, how do I control Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Hitori?
For clarity: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
Before I begin, what format does Hitori offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Hitori use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Hitori?
Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While reading the Guide, 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.
As a new player, how do I report an issue with Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.