How to Play Hashi Bridges

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Learn the rules of Hashi Bridges

Start Hashi Bridges by looking at the playing area and its controls. Connect all islands into one network with exactly the indicated number of attached bridges. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

Choose from ten nine-island layouts. Join adjacent islands along the straight connections shown.

A small practice goal

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. Make the next step deliberately.

The goal to keep in mind

Connect all islands into one network with exactly the indicated number of attached bridges. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Follow these playing steps

1. Select two neighbouring islands or click an edge.
2. Cycle zero, one or two bridges.
3. Match every numbered island.
4. Check puzzle also verifies the islands form one network.

Using the playing area

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

Work through an example

An island marked 3 may use a double bridge and a single bridge. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.

A mistake to avoid

Correct totals in separate disconnected groups do not win. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.

Questions that come up during play