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Find your footing in Hitori
Take a moment with Hitori before moving to another game. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Practice with a purpose
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
The challenge in front of you
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
The playing sequence
- 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.
How to use the controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Check any mode label before starting.
Follow the example
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Notice the change in the playing area.
A common point of confusion
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Hitori?
The key detail is this: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
While learning, how do I control Hitori?
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
As a new player, what example helps explain Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
Keep this in mind: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
Before I begin, what format does Hitori offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Before I begin, 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.
When I return, where should I start with Hitori?
The key detail is this: Click a cell to shade, mark or clear it.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Hitori?
Keep this in mind: 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?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While learning, how do I report an issue with Hitori?
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.