Guide
Go Opening Basics
Place flexible stones and leave room for groups to grow.
Understand the key idea
This practical guide helps you use the board more deliberately. Go.
Use a repeatable routine
Take a moment to identify the next useful pattern before you act. A calm, repeatable routine makes the game clearer.
Put the idea into practice
Open the game and try one calm, intentional decision.
Guide
Play Go Online: Begin on a 9×9 Board
A smaller board makes groups, liberties, and territory easier to see.
Go Rules for Beginners
Place stones on intersections, take turns, and protect the liberties of your groups.