Open the Tic-Tac-Toe
Play Tic-Tac-Toe free online! Choose your emoji piece, battle a Minimax AI at 3 difficulty levels, play local pass-and-play, or challenge friends in online multiplayer.
- Free to use
- No signup
- Nothing to install
- Works in any modern browser
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What is the Tic-Tac-Toe?
Classic tic-tac-toe, also called noughts and crosses. Play against the computer or with a friend on the same screen. Get three in a row before the other player does.
3 steps to your result
Open the tool and follow along. Nothing to install.
What you get
Click or tap a square to place your mark
The centre square is the strongest opening move.
Corners are the next best.
Always block when your opponent has two in a row.
AZRS tools are free to open and use.
It opens in your browser, so there is nothing to download.
How it compares
A plain look at this tool next to the usual alternative.
| This game | Desktop software | |
|---|---|---|
| Install | Nothing to install | Usually an app or program to install |
| Account | No signup | Depends on the product |
| Cost | Free to use | Free or paid, depends on the product |
Questions people ask
Can I play with a friend?
Yes, you can play two players on one device.
Can you beat the AI?
Against good play, the best you'll get is a draw. See if you can catch it out.
How do I use the Tic-Tac-Toe?
1. Players take turns placing X or O on the 3x3 grid. 2. Get three of your marks in a row across, down or diagonally to win. 3. If all nine squares fill up with no winner, it's a draw.
Any tips for good results?
The centre square is the strongest opening move. Corners are the next best. Always block when your opponent has two in a row.
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