reversi

Reversi, also known as Othello, is one of the most popular strategy board games you can play online for free. This classic two-player game challenges your tactical thinking and foresight as you battle to control the board. On Poki, you can enjoy Reversi against computer AI or challenge a friend in this timeless battle of wits and strategy.

The game begins with four discs placed in the center of the 8x8 board - two white and two black. Players take turns placing discs of their color, with the goal of flipping their opponent's discs to their own color. The player with the majority of their colored discs on the board when the game ends wins.

Reversi is perfect for players who enjoy:

- Strategic thinking and planning ahead

- Simple rules with deep gameplay

- Quick matches that test your decision-making skills

- Classic board game experiences

🧩 Basic Rules:

1. Players alternate turns placing one disc of their color on the board

2. To make a valid move, your disc must flip at least one of your opponent's discs

3. Discs are flipped when they're sandwiched between your new disc and another of your color

4. The game ends when the board is full or no valid moves remain

5. The player with the most discs of their color wins

🕹️ Pro Tips for Winning at Reversi:

- Control the corners - these stable positions can't be flipped back

- Limit your opponent's mobility by forcing them into bad positions

- Balance between claiming territory and maintaining flexibility

- Watch for potential 'edge squeezes' where you can flip multiple rows

- Mid-game is often about controlling the edges to setup corner captures

Advanced players often focus on disc parity and tempo to gain advantages. Remember that in Reversi, quality of position often matters more than quantity of discs in the early and mid-game.

You can enjoy Reversi completely free on Grow A Garden, with no downloads or installations required. Our HTML5 version runs smoothly in your browser across all devices. Whether you're looking for a quick game during your break or want to practice your strategies, our free Reversi game offers:

- Multiple difficulty levels to challenge both beginners and experts

- Smooth gameplay with intuitive controls

- Statistics tracking to monitor your improvement

- The classic Reversi experience with modern convenience

For competitive players, we recommend starting with the medium difficulty AI to learn core strategies before moving up to harder challenges.

🧩🎮 Our Reversi game is fully optimized for all devices:

- Desktop computers (Windows, Mac, Linux)

- Mobile phones (iOS, Android)

- Tablets (iPad, Android tablets)

- Even works on smart TVs with browser support

The responsive design automatically adjusts to your screen size, ensuring the best possible gameplay experience whether you're at home or on the go. Your game progress syncs across devices when logged in, so you can start a match on your computer and finish it on your phone.

Key mobile features include:

- Touch-friendly controls with precise disc placement

- Optimized performance for smooth gameplay

- Battery-efficient design for longer play sessions

- Portrait and landscape mode support