Gomoku (Five in a Row) Rules
Gomoku, also known as Five in a Row, is a classic board game played on a 15×15 grid.
Basic Rules:
- Players: Two players take turns, one using black stones and the other using white stones.
- Starting: Black always plays first.
- Gameplay: Players take turns placing one stone of their color on an empty intersection of the grid.
- Objective: The winner is the first player to form an unbroken chain of five stones horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
- Draw: If the entire board is filled without either player forming a line of five, the game is a draw.
Strategy Tips:
- Try to create multiple threats simultaneously to force your opponent to defend.
- Block your opponent's attempts to create lines of four stones.
- Control the center of the board when possible, as it offers more winning opportunities.
- Watch for diagonal threats, as they can be harder to spot.