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A practical guide to Hitori
Make Hitori your next activity in the game library. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Use the example below to understand a decision. 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.
Give this approach a try
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you are aiming for
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
Learn from a sample situation
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Game-specific help
While learning, what is the goal of Hitori?
The key detail is this: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
For a quick reminder, 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 reading the Guide, what example helps explain Hitori?
Keep this in mind: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
For clarity: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
When I return, what format does Hitori offer?
The key detail is this: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
For this browser game, 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.
As a new player, where should I start with Hitori?
Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Hitori 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.