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Play Tic-Tac-Toe Online Free

Play Tic-Tac-Toe free online against a computer or a friend in local 1v1 matches. No download is required, so you can start playing instantly in your browser.

Tic-Tac-Toe overview

Tic-Tac-Toe is a quick 3 × 3 strategy game where X and O take turns claiming empty squares. Build a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line of three before your opponent in computer, local two-player, or online-room play.

Controls and modes

Tap or click an empty square to place a mark. Choose Vs Computer, 1v1 Local, or Online Room; online players can create or join a room and send preset quick-chat messages.

Strategy tips

  • Check for a winning move before considering anything else.
  • Block any opponent line that already contains two marks.
  • The centre participates in four winning lines, making it the most flexible opening square.
  • Use opposite corners to create two threats at once, often called a fork.

Tic-Tac-Toe questions

Who moves first?

X always opens the round. In computer mode, the player controls X and the bot controls O.

What causes a draw?

The round is drawn when all nine squares are occupied without either player completing a line.