Gomoku with Computer

Across an 18x18 grid of intersections, black and white stones mark out a classic Chinese board duel. In Gomoku with Computer, the match stays one-on-one against a computer AI on a square board made of cells. Black places the first stone. A winning line needs five matching pieces linked horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. The full board is available from the first move, and the large layout makes move order less decisive during a long round. Two difficulty settings are available: easy and hard. Even easy mode reads the position carefully. Hard mode suits players who already know Gomoku tactics and standard winning patterns.

How to play?

Place a stone on an intersection during your move. White or black is selectable before the round begins. Alternate moves with the computer until one side completes an unbroken row of five. Watch the rival line shape across the board and block it before the fifth stone lands. Miss that threat, and the round ends at once.