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The Sokoban playbook
Choose a round of Sokoban and settle into its rules. Push every crate onto a target. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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.
Give this approach a try
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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your objective
Push every crate onto a target. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
The order of play
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
Your inputs
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
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. Take a moment to compare.
Check this before moving on
Consider the player’s access behind crates. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Read these answers for extra help
As a new player, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Keep this in mind: Push every crate onto a target.
For my first round, how do I control Sokoban?
For clarity: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
As a new player, what example helps explain Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
Here is the relevant explanation: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
For my first round, what format does Sokoban offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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 my first round, which play mode does Sokoban use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
As a new player, where should I start with Sokoban?
The key detail is this: Move through empty floor.
For this browser game, 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.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Sokoban again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
As a new player, 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.