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How to play Sokoban
Take a moment with Sokoban before moving to another game. Push every crate onto a target. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
Build familiarity through play
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Keep the objective visible.
Your objective
Push every crate onto a target. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Take a moment to understand the current position.
The order of play
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
The controls to know
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
See how the rules apply
A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
An important reminder
Consider the player’s access behind crates. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
More answers before you play
As a new player, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Push every crate onto a target.
Before I begin, how do I control Sokoban?
The key detail is this: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Sokoban?
The key detail is this: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
Keep this in mind: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
For a quick reminder, what format does Sokoban offer?
Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
On this playing page, which play mode does Sokoban use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Sokoban?
Move through empty floor.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Sokoban?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Sokoban again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Sokoban?
For clarity: 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.