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The Hitori playbook
Try Hitori at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Try a more deliberate round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Notice the feedback after each input.
What counts as success
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
How a round unfolds
- Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
- No unshaded number may repeat in a row or column.
- Black cells cannot share an edge.
- Check puzzle verifies duplicates and connectivity.
Keyboard and screen controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
An example to follow
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
Where a round can go wrong
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
More answers before you play
What is the goal of Hitori?
For clarity: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
On this playing page, how do I control Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
While learning, what example helps explain Hitori?
The key detail is this: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
For clarity: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
For my first round, what format does Hitori offer?
The key detail is this: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
While reading the Guide, 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 reading the Guide, where should I start with Hitori?
Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Hitori again?
For clarity: 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 Hitori?
Keep this in mind: 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.