THE PLAYBOOK · LOCTITECN
Play Nim with the rules at hand
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Nim. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
One thing to notice as you play
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
Aim for this result
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Step by step
- 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.
How your actions work
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
See how the rules apply
With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Check the stated objective.
A mistake to avoid
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Compare the situation with the worked example. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
A few questions answered
On this playing page, what is the goal of Nim?
Remove the last counter on the board to win.
For this browser game, how do I control Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, what example helps explain Nim?
Keep this in mind: With heaps of 1, 2 and 3 counters, choose one heap and remove at least one counter from it. You cannot take from two heaps in the same turn.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Only one pile may be changed per turn.
When I return, what format does Nim offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Nim use?
The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
