Game guide · DELIMETCH
Play Nim with the rules at hand
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Nim. Remove the last counter on the board to win. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Give this approach a try
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
What you are aiming for
Remove the last counter on the board to win. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.
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. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
An important reminder
Only one pile may be changed per turn. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
A few questions answered
For my first round, what is the goal of Nim?
For clarity: Remove the last counter on the board to win.
On this playing page, how do I control Nim?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For my first round, what example helps explain Nim?
For clarity: With heaps of 1, 2 and 3 counters, choose one heap and remove at least one counter from it. You cannot take from two heaps in the same turn.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Nim?
Only one pile may be changed per turn.
For a quick reminder, what format does Nim offer?
Keep this in mind: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
As a new player, which play mode does Nim use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For this browser game, where should I start with Nim?
For clarity: Player 1 chooses a pile.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Nim?
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?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Nim?
Keep this in mind: 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.
