THE PLAYBOOK · NMGAFT
How to play Futoshiki
Choose a round of Futoshiki and settle into its rules. Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
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. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: Place 1–4 once in each row and column while obeying every inequality.
As a new player, how do I control Futoshiki?
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.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Futoshiki?
The key detail is this: r1c2 < r1c3 means row 1 column 2 is smaller than row 1 column 3.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Futoshiki?
For clarity: An inequality specifies order, not an exact difference.
What format does Futoshiki offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Twelve 4×4 puzzles with fixed starter values.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Futoshiki use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.