Pente

Pente is an exciting and strategic board game where players compete to align five of their own stones in a row, or capture their opponent's stones by flanking pairs. Played on a grid, the game combines elements of tactical positioning and capture mechanics, offering endless strategic possibilities. Whether you’re playing with a friend or AI, Pente offers a fun challenge for players of all ages.

Game Features

• Strategic Gameplay: Alternate turns to place your stones and aim to get five in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
• Capture Mechanic: Flank and capture pairs of your opponent’s stones by surrounding them, adding a layer of strategy.
• Multiple Winning Conditions: Win by either getting five of your stones in a row or by capturing five pairs of opponent’s stones.
• Challenging Opponents: Play against a challenging AI or test your skills against friends.
• Simple Interface: Easy-to-understand controls, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned players.

How to Play Pente

1. Setup: The game is played on a grid board where each player alternates turns to place stones of their color (usually black or white).
2. Placing Stones: Players take turns placing stones on the grid. Your goal is to align five stones of your color in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
3. Capturing Stones: You can capture your opponent's stones by flanking pairs. To do so, you need to surround two of your opponent's stones in any direction, forming a pair and capturing it. A single stone cannot be captured.
4. Winning: You can win by either aligning five stones of your color in a row or by capturing five pairs of your opponent’s stones. The first player to achieve one of these conditions wins the game.

Test your strategy and outsmart your opponent in the thrilling game of Pente! Place your stones wisely, capture your enemy’s pieces, and work your way to victory. Challenge your friends or the AI and show off your strategic skills today!