About Reversi with Friends
Reversi is a deep strategy game with simple rules, perfect for two. Legal moves are shown for the player whose turn it is.
Reversi with Friends at a glance
| Genre | Multiplayer game |
|---|---|
| Price | Free, no download or sign-up |
| Controls | Tap, online or on one device |
| Typical game length | 5 to 20 minutes |
| Lives | None |
| Works on | Phones, tablets and computers, in any modern browser |
| Daily challenge | Yes, the same puzzle for everyone each day |
How to play Reversi with Friends
- Choose a mode. Pick how to play: Online with friends (create a room and share the link), Pass & play on one device, or vs Computer.
- Tap a highlighted square. Your disc flips every trapped opponent disc.
- Take the corners. They can never be flipped back.
Rules
- If you have no legal move, your turn is skipped.
- Online rooms hold 2 players. Moves appear instantly on every player's screen.
Levels and difficulty
2 players.
Scoring
Winning a game scores 1,000 points, a draw 300 and taking part 100. Share your result with the people you played. Daily challenge scores can be shared with friends.
Tips and strategy for Reversi with Friends
- Corners are gold.
- Avoid squares next to empty corners.
History of the game
Reversi was invented in England in the 1880s; the Othello version appeared in Japan in the 1970s.
How we built and tested Reversi with Friends
We tested every rule by having the computer play thousands of moves against itself at each player count, making sure every game ends properly and no illegal move is ever accepted. Online rooms were tested with two simulated players joining the same room and taking turns.
Frequently asked questions
What if I cannot move?
Your turn is skipped automatically.
How do I play with a friend online?
Choose "Play online with friends", then share the room link or code on WhatsApp. When your friend opens it, they join your room and you can start.
Do my friends need an account?
No. Guests are signed in anonymously in the background, so anyone with the link can join.