Defense
Blocking looks simple until you lose to it. Which end of a line to close, why the right block also builds your own shape, and the habits that stop surprise wins
Playing the Computer
The gomoku computer never tires and never misses a diagonal, but it can be beaten. A step-by-step approach for each level, from the basics to real forcing chain
Online Play
Most gomoku games are now played on phones. Practical tips for accurate taps, seeing diagonals on a small screen, handling weak connections and short sessions o
Beginners
The ten mistakes nearly every new gomoku player makes, from missed diagonals and wasted fours to blocking the wrong end, with a simple fix for each one.