Play Tic Tac Toe Online - Free Game
Tic Tac Toe (also known as Noughts and Crosses or Xs and Os) is one of the most popular strategy games. Our online version brings advanced features including smart AI opponent, score tracking, undo moves, and detailed statistics dashboard.
How to Play Tic Tac Toe
- Game Setup: Played on 3×3 grid with two players taking turns
- Symbols: One player uses X (cross) and other uses O (circle)
- Taking Turns: Players alternate placing symbols in empty cells
- Winning: First to get three symbols in a row (horizontal, vertical, diagonal) wins
- Draw: If all 9 cells filled with no winner, game ends in draw
Game Modes
VS Computer Mode
Easy: Perfect for beginners. AI makes random moves (30% optimal).
Medium: Balanced competition. AI plays strategically (70% optimal).
Hard: Uses Minimax algorithm. Nearly unbeatable perfect gameplay!
VS Friend Mode
Play with friend on same device! Perfect for family game nights and quick entertainment.
Advanced Features
Undo Moves
Take back your last move - especially helpful against Hard AI or when teaching children strategy.
Statistics Dashboard
Track total games, win counts, win rates, current streak, and longest streak! All saved automatically.
Smart AI Algorithms
Easy AI makes random moves. Medium AI balances random and strategic play. Hard AI uses Minimax algorithm - evaluates all possible moves for perfect play.
Strategy Tips
- Control Center: Center cell is most powerful (part of 4 winning lines)
- Corners Second Best: Each corner part of 3 winning lines
- Edges Weakest: Edge cells only part of 2 winning lines
- Block Opponent: Always block when opponent has two in a row
- Create Forks: Create two winning opportunities simultaneously
Why Choose Our Game?
- Customizable player names
- Undo functionality
- Comprehensive statistics
- Three AI difficulty levels
- Beautiful animations
- Sound effects
- Score persistence
- Mobile-responsive design
- No registration required
- Completely free
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you always win at Tic Tac Toe?
No. With perfect play, every game ends in draw. It's a "solved game" with deterministic outcome.
What is the best first move?
Center (cell 4) or any corner (cells 0, 2, 6, 8). These offer most winning opportunities.
Is Hard AI really unbeatable?
Yes! Uses Minimax algorithm calculating all possible moves. Best you can achieve is draw.
Get Started Now!
Challenge yourself against intelligent AI or compete with friends. Track performance, undo moves, enjoy animations. No registration, completely free!