Reversi, also known as "black and white chess" due to the fact that most chess pieces have black and white colors on both sides, is a classic board game played by two players. It is also known as "flip chess", "apple chess", or "Othello chess". The rule is to flip the opponent's piece to become one's own piece while playing. The commonly used board now is 8x8, and when the board is filled with pieces, the player with the most colors wins.

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Reversi, a board game that originated from ancient wisdom, has attracted the attention of countless chess enthusiasts with its unique double-sided gameplay mechanism and profound strategy. The game is named after its unique chess pieces, each with two sides of black and white, symbolizing opposition and transformation, hence it is vividly called "black and white chess". At the same time, it is widely recognized as flipped chess, apple chess, and even the internationally renowned Othello.

The core of the game lies in a two player intellectual competition. On a standard 8x8 chessboard, two players engage in a game with black and white pieces, with the goal of using clever layout and strategy to flip as many opponent pieces as possible into their own colors, in order to gain an advantage on the board. The rules are simple but full of variables, and every setback can become a turning point in the situation, catching opponents off guard.

At the beginning of the game, two pieces of opposite colors will be placed in the center of the chessboard as starting points, and then both sides will take turns placing their pieces in the blank space of the chessboard or adjacent to their own and opponent's pieces. If the newly placed chess piece causes at least one of the opponent's chess pieces to be sandwiched in one of the eight directions of horizontal, vertical, or diagonal by one of our own chess pieces (i.e. forming a "pinch"), these sandwiched opponent's chess pieces will flip colors and become our own chess pieces. This process not only tests the player's spatial imagination, but also requires them to have a keen insight into predicting the opponent's actions.

As the game progresses, the situation on the board becomes increasingly complex and intricate. Players need to always pay attention to the overall situation, actively attack and expand their gains through continuous "pinches", while also being cautious in defense to avoid leaving opportunities for their opponents. In addition, making reasonable use of the "corners" and "edges" of the chessboard can often create an advantage situation that is difficult to reverse, which is one of the commonly used strategies by experts.

As the spaces on the chessboard gradually fill up, the competition between the two sides becomes increasingly intense. In the end, when all the spaces on the chessboard are occupied by chess pieces and no effective movement can be made, the game ends. At this point, the side with the more colored pieces on the chessboard is the winner. However, victory and defeat often come between a single thought, and one mistake can lead to a complete loss, which is precisely the charm of black and white chess.

Black and White Chess is not only a classic chess game that tests intelligence, but also an excellent platform for exercising logical thinking and improving strategic planning abilities. Whether you are a skilled chess player or a beginner, you can find your own fun and challenges on this small chessboard. Nowadays, the game does not require downloading or installation, and can be played online for free on Kuioo's web, computer, and mobile platforms.