THE PLAYBOOK · GYHUAXIANG
How to play Hitori
Open Hitori, check the instructions and begin a round. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
Before I begin, 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.
When I return, what example helps explain Hitori?
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
Keep this in mind: 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.
Which play mode does Hitori use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
