THE PLAYBOOK · NX12653
The Nim playbook
Start Nim by looking at the playing area and its controls. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Take a closer look while playing
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Keep the objective visible.
What you are aiming for
Remove the last counter on the board to win. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Start here and follow along
- 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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Work through an example
With heaps of 1, 2 and 3 counters, choose one heap and remove at least one counter from it. You cannot take from two heaps in the same turn. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Pay attention to this rule
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Questions about this game
When I return, what is the goal of Nim?
Remove the last counter on the board to win.
Before I begin, how do I control Nim?
Keep this in mind: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Nim?
Keep this in mind: With heaps of 1, 2 and 3 counters, choose one heap and remove at least one counter from it. You cannot take from two heaps in the same turn.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Only one pile may be changed per turn.
While reading the Guide, what format does Nim offer?
For clarity: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While reading the Guide, 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.
