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Making your first moves in Netwalk
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. A new 5×5 network is created and its tiles are rotated. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Random 5×5 spanning-tree layouts are solvable by construction. Unique solution is not claimed; every valid connected, loop-free solution is accepted.
Practice beyond the first move
A careful first move helps you understand the round. Every cable end must meet the corresponding end of a neighbouring tile; no cable may point outside the board.
Aim for this result
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops.
The steps to play
- A new 5×5 network is created and its tiles are rotated.
- Tap a tile to turn it clockwise by a quarter-turn. Tiles connected to the central server light up.
- Every cable end must meet the corresponding end of a neighbouring tile; no cable may point outside the board.
- Connect all 25 cells in one network. The finish check accepts any valid complete network, not just the generator’s saved orientation.
How to interact with the game
Take a moment to check the current turn. Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout.
Try this example
The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Where a round can go wrong
A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
Questions about this game
On this page, what is the aim of Netwalk?
Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
During a round, how do the controls work?
Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
During a round, can you show an example?
A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. You can start a new round from the game controls.
On this page, which mistake should I avoid?
A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. No download or player account is required.
During a round, what rules and limits are used here?
Random 5×5 spanning-tree layouts are solvable by construction. Unique solution is not claimed; every valid connected, loop-free solution is accepted. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
When I start, how many people can play here?
Solo. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
When I start, why are some tiles green?
They have a chain of matching cable ends to the central server. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
On this page, can a cable leave the board?
No. This version has fixed boundaries and no wrapping. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
During a round, is every puzzle solvable?
The generator starts from a connected tree and rotates its tiles, so the original orientation is a valid solution. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
On this page, must I find exactly the stored answer?
No. Any orientation with all ends matched, all cells connected and no loop completes the puzzle. You can start a new round from the game controls.
