THE PLAYBOOK · ODMON
How to play Sokoban
Bring your attention to one round of Sokoban. Push every crate onto a target. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Look at what changes after your first action.
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.
Build a steady rhythm
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 goal
Push every crate onto a target. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Move through empty floor.
- Push one crate into empty space.
- Never pull or push two at once.
- Undo a deadlock and continue.
Controls
Arrow keys or direction buttons. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Consider the player’s access behind crates. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Sokoban?
Push every crate onto a target.
For this browser game, how do I control Sokoban?
The key detail is this: Arrow keys or direction buttons.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Sokoban?
The key detail is this: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Sokoban?
The key detail is this: Consider the player’s access behind crates.
For a quick reminder, what format does Sokoban offer?
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.
As a new player, 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.
