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Hitori: instructions and practice

Make Hitori your next activity in the game library. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.

Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.

An idea for your next attempt

Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Keep the objective visible.

The goal to keep in mind

Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

Work through the instructions

  1. Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
  2. No unshaded number may repeat in a row or column.
  3. Black cells cannot share an edge.
  4. Check puzzle verifies duplicates and connectivity.

Making selections and moves

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

An example before you play

Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.

An important reminder

Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.

Questions that come up during play

What is the goal of Hitori?

Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.

Before I begin, how do I control Hitori?

For clarity: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Hitori?

For clarity: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.

While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Hitori?

Here is the relevant explanation: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.

While reading the Guide, what format does Hitori offer?

For clarity: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.

Before I begin, which play mode does Hitori 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.

While learning, where should I start with Hitori?

Keep this in mind: Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.

Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?

Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

As a new player, how can I find Hitori 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 reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Hitori?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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.

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