About Tic Tac Toe with Friends
Tic Tac Toe is the quickest game to share with a friend. Send a link and play a best-of-as-many-as-you-like series with the rematch button.
Tic Tac Toe 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 | 1 to 2 minutes per game |
| 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 Tic Tac Toe 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 square. Place your mark.
- Three in a row wins. Across, down or diagonal.
Rules
- Player 1 is X and goes first.
- 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 Tic Tac Toe with Friends
- Start in a corner.
- Create two threats at once to guarantee a win.
History of the game
Noughts and crosses has been played in Britain since the 1800s.
How we built and tested Tic Tac Toe 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
Can I play again?
Yes, use the Rematch button.
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.