Game guide · HNSGYQT
Netwalk: what to know before playing
Keep the goal in view while choosing a move. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. The game area remains available above the explanation. 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.
One thing to notice as you play
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. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
The purpose of your moves
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 game area remains available above the explanation.
Step by step
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Work through an 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. Try the rule on the board, then read the next instruction.
A common point of confusion
Read the position before choosing your next action. A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
Further help with the 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. The controls work with mouse or touch.
When I start, 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.
Can you show an example?
A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
During a round, 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. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
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. A new round resets the current game.
During a round, how many people can play here?
Solo. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. You can start a new round from the game controls.
On this page, why are some tiles green?
They have a chain of matching cable ends to the central server. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
For this game, can a cable leave the board?
No. This version has fixed boundaries and no wrapping. The controls work with mouse or touch.
When I start, 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. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.