Masyu
Thread one closed loop through every pearl.
How to play Masyu
Draw one single closed loop that passes straight through the centre of cells and visits every pearl. On a white pearl the loop must go straight through, but it has to turn in at least one of the two neighbouring cells. On a black pearl the loop must turn, and it must go straight in the cell immediately before and after. Click or drag between two dots to add or remove a segment; you win when the loop is one closed line that satisfies every pearl.
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Masyu — frequently asked questions
What is the difference between white and black pearls?
The loop passes straight through a white pearl (and must bend just before or after it), while it must make a right-angle turn on a black pearl (and run straight in the cells on either side).
Does the loop have to fill the whole grid?
No — the loop only has to be a single closed line that passes through every pearl and never crosses or branches. Empty cells the loop skips are fine.
Is Masyu free to play?
Yes — Masyu is completely free on Inkplay, with no download, no sign-up, and no in-game purchases. Open the page and play instantly on desktop or mobile.
Can I play Masyu unblocked?
Yes. Masyu runs entirely in your browser with no download, install, or plugins, so it loads instantly and keeps working even on school or work networks where bigger game sites get blocked.
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