Game guide · LIER88
Rules, controls and help for Hitori
Try Hitori at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. Look at what changes after your first action. Check the rule that explains your first action. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
Something to practise
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
What you are aiming for
Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
From the start of a round
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
See how the rules apply
Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Where a round can go wrong
Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
A few questions answered
When I return, what is the goal of Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: Shade repeated numbers while keeping black cells separated and all white cells connected.
How do I control Hitori?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Hitori?
Keep this in mind: Two identical unshaded numbers in one row cannot both remain.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Hitori?
The key detail is this: Removing every duplicate can disconnect white cells.
For my first round, what format does Hitori offer?
Keep this in mind: Play twelve 5×5 puzzles. Any shaded starting cells remain fixed.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Hitori use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While reading the Guide, where should I start with Hitori?
For clarity: 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 this browser game, how can I find Hitori again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
How do I report an issue with Hitori?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
