THE PLAYBOOK · SYTZNH
How to play Nim
Try Nim at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Remove the last counter on the board to win. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- Player 1 chooses a pile.
- Remove at least one counter, and up to all counters, from that pile.
- The next player chooses a pile and an amount.
- Continue until no counters remain.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
If only one counter remains in one heap, taking it wins under the normal-play rule used here. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Only one pile may be changed per turn. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Nim?
Keep this in mind: Remove the last counter on the board to win.
On this playing page, how do I control Nim?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: If only one counter remains in one heap, taking it wins under the normal-play rule used here.
What should I watch out for in Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Only one pile may be changed per turn.
While learning, what format does Nim offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Nim use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
