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Sokoban: a guide for your next round
Choose a round of Sokoban and settle into its rules. Push every crate onto a target. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. 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.
Try a more deliberate round
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.
Understand the aim
Push every crate onto a target. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The playing sequence
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
Using the playing area
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A closer look at one example
A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Read the matching step again.
Notice this detail
Consider the player’s access behind crates. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Further help with the game
On this playing page, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Push every crate onto a target.
As a new player, how do I control Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Sokoban?
Keep this in mind: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
For a quick reminder, what format does Sokoban offer?
Keep this in mind: 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.
For this browser game, 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.
While learning, where should I start with Sokoban?
Keep this in mind: Move through empty floor.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Sokoban?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
While reading the Guide, how can I find Sokoban again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Sokoban?
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.