Gomoku Hard

Controls Goal: make a line of 5 or more stones — horizontal, vertical or diagonal — before the computer (white). You play black and move first; there are no forbidden moves (no 3-3, 4-4 or overline bans). Only wins are recorded, and the fewer stones you place before winning the higher you rank (5 at best). Controls: with a mouse a translucent stone previews on the cell and a click places it. On touch, the first tap only marks the spot and you tap the same spot again to place it (prevents misplays). On a keyboard, move the cursor with the arrow keys and place with Enter or Space. Tips: an open three (both ends free) or a four wins because the opponent can block only one end. Always block the computer's four. Aim for a spot that makes a three and a four at once. There is no time limit and no pause.