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== Game Overview == | |||
Quatrix combines line-building and area control strategy with a forcing mechanic. Every move restricts the opponent's freedom of action. | |||
== Goal of the Game (Instant Win) == | |||
You win the game immediately if: | |||
* You form a continuous '''line of 4''' of your color (horizontal, vertical, diagonal). | |||
'''OR''' | |||
* You occupy (capture) '''4 squares of the same color''' (e.g., 4x Blue) with your pieces. | |||
== Gameplay == | |||
If | Place a piece on an empty cell. The symbol on your piece dictates the opponent's mandatory next move: | ||
* '''X Symbol:''' The opponent must place their next piece on a cell in a '''diagonal''' line from your piece. | |||
* '''Square Symbol (□):''' The opponent must place their next piece on a cell in an '''orthogonal''' line (horizontal/vertical). | |||
* '''Free Choice:''' If all cells in the required directions are occupied, the opponent may place their piece '''anywhere''' on an empty cell. | |||
== Pro Tips == | |||
Be careful to not let your opponent capture quickly 3 same colors ! | |||
Keep a balance between your X and '''□''' pieces but force your opponent to spend one of the kind. | |||
Latest revision as of 14:33, 19 May 2026
Game Overview
Quatrix combines line-building and area control strategy with a forcing mechanic. Every move restricts the opponent's freedom of action.
Goal of the Game (Instant Win)
You win the game immediately if:
- You form a continuous line of 4 of your color (horizontal, vertical, diagonal).
OR
- You occupy (capture) 4 squares of the same color (e.g., 4x Blue) with your pieces.
Gameplay
Place a piece on an empty cell. The symbol on your piece dictates the opponent's mandatory next move:
- X Symbol: The opponent must place their next piece on a cell in a diagonal line from your piece.
- Square Symbol (□): The opponent must place their next piece on a cell in an orthogonal line (horizontal/vertical).
- Free Choice: If all cells in the required directions are occupied, the opponent may place their piece anywhere on an empty cell.
Pro Tips
Be careful to not let your opponent capture quickly 3 same colors !
Keep a balance between your X and □ pieces but force your opponent to spend one of the kind.