⬡ Nine Men's Morris
Form mills to capture pieces and trap the AI. A timeless board duel.
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How to play Nine Men's Morris
- Take turns placing your nine pieces on the board's points.
- Line up three along a marked line to form a mill and remove one enemy piece.
- Once all pieces are placed, slide them along the lines to open and re-form mills.
- Reduce the AI to two pieces, or leave it with no legal move, to win. With three pieces left you may fly anywhere.
Controls
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| Tap a point | Place, select, or move a piece |
| Tap an enemy piece | Remove it after forming a mill |
| Ctrl+F | Enter or leave full screen |
Tips & strategy
- Build toward two mills that share a point — sliding between them captures every turn.
- Block the AI's two-in-a-rows before completing your own when it's urgent.
- Pieces you can't move are dead weight; keep your options open.
- When you're reduced to three you can fly anywhere, so don't resign early.
Frequently asked questions
What is a mill?
Three of your pieces in a straight marked line. Forming one lets you remove an opponent's piece — usually one not already in a mill.
How do I win?
Reduce the AI to two pieces, or leave it unable to make a legal move.
How is my score tracked?
Your record is the most games you win in a single session.