Is double-three illegal? Freestyle Gomoku vs Renju

Yes. Gomokuking uses freestyle Gomoku without forbidden moves for either color. Double-threes and double-fours are allowed. Check the freestyle label before starting; other websites and tournaments may use different rules.

Can I play a double-three here?

Yes. Gomokuking uses freestyle Gomoku without forbidden moves for either color. Double-threes and double-fours are allowed. Check the freestyle label before starting; other websites and tournaments may use different rules.

Does a line of six win?

Yes. Five or more consecutive stones of one color in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line wins here, including an overline of six or more. A gap breaks the line. Stones are not captured or removed.

How is Renju different?

Renju restricts Black’s overlines, double-fours and certain double-threes to balance the first-player advantage. Two apparent threes do not automatically mean a forbidden move: whether they can legally become open fours matters. White does not have the same restrictions. Gomokuking currently has no Renju mode or forbidden-move judge.

What should I check before moving?

First look for your own immediate five. If none exists, find the opponent’s immediate winning point. Do not ignore an opponent’s double-three as illegal in freestyle. Try an easy AI game, then replay the position where you missed a threat.

Renju International Federation · Official rules