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Nim: what to know before playing
Nim gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Practice beyond the first move
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
What you are aiming for
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
See the idea in action
With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Read these answers for extra help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Remove the last counter on the board to win.
Before I begin, how do I control Nim?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Nim?
With piles of 1 and 2, a move may empty one pile, but cannot remove one counter from both in the same turn.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Only one pile may be changed per turn.
On this playing page, what format does Nim offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Nim?
Here is the relevant explanation: Player 1 chooses a pile.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Nim?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Nim again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For my first round, how do I report an issue with Nim?
Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.