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How to play Sokoban
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Sokoban. Push every crate onto a target. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Push every crate onto a target. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
Controls
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
Consider the player’s access behind crates. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Push every crate onto a target.
While learning, how do I control Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
When I return, what example helps explain Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
The key detail is this: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
For this browser game, what format does Sokoban offer?
The key detail is this: Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.
On this playing page, which play mode does Sokoban use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.