Lines of Action Board Game

Train your brain with pure strategy. Challenge the AI or a friend — anytime, anywhere.

Ever heard of the board game that strategy fans call "the hidden gem"? Lines of Action was invented in 1969 and has been a favorite at abstract game tournaments for decades — yet most people have never played it.

The goal is simple: move your pieces to form one connected group. But every move changes the board dramatically. One brilliant play can turn a losing position into a win.

HERE'S THE TWIST Each piece moves exactly as many squares as there are pieces on its line — yours and your opponent's. This single rule creates incredible depth. You'll need to think about geometry, blocking, and timing all at once.

WHY PLAYERS LOVE IT • Games last 5–10 minutes — perfect for a quick brain workout • No dice, no cards, no luck — every victory is earned • Fewer pieces can still win — shape matters more than quantity • Surprising reversals happen right up to the final move

CHALLENGE YOURSELF • Four AI opponents — from casual to ruthless • The hardest level plays thousands of moves ahead • Track your improvement as you develop new strategies • A perfect mental exercise for fans of chess, Go, Reversi, checkers, and Othello

PLAY TOGETHER • Pass-and-play mode for two players on one device • No internet needed — play anywhere, anytime • No sign-up, no accounts — just tap and start

DESIGNED WITH CARE • Step-by-step interactive tutorial for first-time players • Illustrated rules with visual diagrams — understand every mechanic • Smooth animations and satisfying sound effects • Elegant wooden board aesthetic • Works in portrait and landscape • Available in 31 languages

Built by an indie developer who fell in love with this game and wanted to bring it to everyone's pocket. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or discovering abstract board games for the first time — this one's for you.

Free to play. No pay-to-win. Pure strategy.