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Nim: learn through an example
Bring your attention to one round of Nim. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.
One thing to notice as you play
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
What you are aiming for
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
An example before you play
If only one counter remains in one heap, taking it wins under the normal-play rule used here. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
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. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
More answers before you play
Before I begin, what is the goal of Nim?
Remove the last counter on the board to win.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Nim?
For clarity: Only one pile may be changed per turn.
When I return, what format does Nim offer?
The key detail is this: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, which play mode does Nim use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.