THE PLAYBOOK · HBZQCZZ
How to play Shikaku
Read the aim of Shikaku, then make your first move. Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Solve ten 5×5 rectangle puzzles. Each clue belongs to exactly one rectangle of the stated area.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Step by step
- Choose a rectangle’s opposite corners.
- It must contain one clue and have the matching area.
- Click an existing rectangle to remove it.
- Cover every square to finish.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
A clue 6 may occupy a 2×3 rectangle when other clues allow it. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
No rectangle may contain two clues or overlap another. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Shikaku?
For clarity: Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area.
Before I begin, how do I control Shikaku?
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Shikaku?
The key detail is this: A clue 6 may occupy a 2×3 rectangle when other clues allow it.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Shikaku?
Keep this in mind: No rectangle may contain two clues or overlap another.
What format does Shikaku offer?
Solve ten 5×5 rectangle puzzles. Each clue belongs to exactly one rectangle of the stated area.
While learning, which play mode does Shikaku use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
