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Your guide to Nim
Choose a round of Nim and settle into its rules. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Bring this focus to a round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Remove the last counter on the board to win. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.
How to proceed
- Player 1 chooses a pile.
- Remove at least one counter, and up to all counters, from that pile.
- The next player chooses a pile and an amount.
- Continue until no counters remain.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
See the idea in action
With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
A mistake to avoid
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
What is the goal of Nim?
For clarity: Remove the last counter on the board to win.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Nim?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Only one pile may be changed per turn.
For my first round, what format does Nim offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Nim use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Player 1 chooses a pile.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Nim?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Nim 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.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Nim?
The key detail is this: 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.