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How to Play Sokoban

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Sokoban: learn through an example

Sokoban gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Push every crate onto a target. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.

Practice beyond the first move

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.

What counts as success

Push every crate onto a target. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.

Step by step

  1. Move through empty floor.
  2. Push one crate into empty space.
  3. Never pull or push two at once.
  4. Undo a deadlock and continue.

How to interact with the game

Arrow keys or direction buttons. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.

A closer look at one example

A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Notice the change in the playing area.

Pay attention to this rule

Consider the player’s access behind crates. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.

Read these answers for extra help

Before I begin, what is the goal of Sokoban?

Keep this in mind: Push every crate onto a target.

On this playing page, how do I control Sokoban?

Arrow keys or direction buttons.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Sokoban?

Here is the relevant explanation: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.

For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?

Keep this in mind: Consider the player’s access behind crates.

What format does Sokoban offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.

While reading the Guide, which play mode does Sokoban use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For a quick reminder, where should I start with Sokoban?

The key detail is this: Move through empty floor.

While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Sokoban?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

For this browser game, how can I find Sokoban again?

For clarity: 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 Sokoban?

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.

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