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Futoshiki: from controls to your first round
Futoshiki gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Try a more deliberate round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- Select an editable square.
- Read inequalities by their row/column coordinates below the board.
- Enter 1–4.
- Check puzzle verifies both Latin-square rules and inequalities.
How your actions work
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Work through an example
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
An important reminder
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Game-specific help
For my first round, what is the goal of Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
When I return, how do I control Futoshiki?
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.
As a new player, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
What format does Futoshiki offer?
Keep this in mind: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Before I begin, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Futoshiki?
For clarity: Select an editable square.
On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Futoshiki?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Futoshiki again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While learning, how do I report an issue with Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: 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.