Is Reversi the same as Othello?
The games use the same familiar disc-flipping rules; Reversi is the generic name used here.
Preparing the board
How to play Reversi
- Place a disc on one of the marked legal squares.
- Bracket one or more opposing discs in a straight line to flip them.
- Finish with more discs than your opponent when neither color can move.
Rules
- Black always moves first on the standard 8×8 board.
- A move must flip at least one opposing disc in any of eight directions.
- If one color has no legal move, its turn passes automatically.
- The game ends when both colors cannot move; the color with more discs wins.
Strategy tips
- Corners can never be flipped, so prioritize them.
- Avoid squares beside an empty corner unless the move is necessary.
- Mobility often matters more than an early lead in disc count.
Reversi FAQ
What happens when a player cannot move?
That player automatically passes. The game ends only when neither color has a legal move.
Can two people play on one device?
Yes. Choose Local two-player mode and take turns on the same board.
Is my game saved?
Your current board, settings, and computer results are saved in this browser.