Game guide · SXSS56
Rules, controls and help for Futoshiki
Bring your attention to one round of Futoshiki. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. 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.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Build familiarity through play
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Using the playing area
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. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Learn from a sample situation
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
An important reminder
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. 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.
Questions that come up during play
As a new player, what is the goal of Futoshiki?
Here is the relevant explanation: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
On this playing page, how do I control Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
Before I begin, what format does Futoshiki offer?
For clarity: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
For my first round, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Futoshiki?
Keep this in mind: Select an editable square.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Futoshiki?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
When I return, how can I find Futoshiki again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Futoshiki?
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.
