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Find your footing in Sokoban

Practice beyond the first move

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.

The purpose of your moves

Push every crate onto a target. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.

How a round unfolds

  1. Move through empty floor.
  2. Push one crate into empty space.
  3. Never pull or push two at once.
  4. Undo a deadlock and continue.

Keyboard and screen controls

Arrow keys or direction buttons. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Check any mode label before starting.

A useful example

A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.

An important reminder

Consider the player’s access behind crates. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

Game-specific help

For my first round, what is the goal of Sokoban?

Here is the relevant explanation: Push every crate onto a target.

While reading the Guide, how do I control Sokoban?

For clarity: Arrow keys or direction buttons.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Sokoban?

For clarity: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?

Keep this in mind: Consider the player’s access behind crates.

While reading the Guide, 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?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While learning, where should I start with Sokoban?

The key detail is this: Move through empty floor.

While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Sokoban?

No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

Before I begin, how can I find Sokoban again?

The key detail is this: 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 Sokoban?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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.