THE PLAYBOOK · HONGYIWEN
How to play Nim
Start Nim by looking at the playing area and its controls. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Check the rule that explains your first action. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Keep the aim in sight
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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
If only one counter remains in one heap, taking it wins under the normal-play rule used here. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Nim?
Remove the last counter on the board to win.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Nim?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, what example helps explain Nim?
If only one counter remains in one heap, taking it wins under the normal-play rule used here.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Keep this in mind: 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.
On this playing page, 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.
