Game guide · FJZHENSEN
Your guide to Netwalk
Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. A new 5×5 network is created and its tiles are rotated.
Random 5×5 spanning-tree layouts are solvable by construction. Unique solution is not claimed; every valid connected, loop-free solution is accepted.
Give this approach a try
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. Every cable end must meet the corresponding end of a neighbouring tile; no cable may point outside the board. The game area remains available above the explanation.
What you are aiming for
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops.
From the start of a round
- A new 5×5 network is created and its tiles are rotated.
- Tap a tile to turn it clockwise by a quarter-turn. Tiles connected to the central server light up.
- Every cable end must meet the corresponding end of a neighbouring tile; no cable may point outside the board.
- Connect all 25 cells in one network. The finish check accepts any valid complete network, not just the generator’s saved orientation.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Begin with the basic rule, then follow the result of your action. Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
An example to follow
The example and rules describe the same game you can play above. A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours.
A mistake to avoid
Take a moment to check the current turn. A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. The game area remains available above the explanation.
Questions that come up during play
What is the aim of Netwalk?
Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. The instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, how do the controls work?
Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. The game is played locally in your browser.
During a round, can you show an example?
A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
During a round, which mistake should I avoid?
A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
On this page, what rules and limits are used here?
Random 5×5 spanning-tree layouts are solvable by construction. Unique solution is not claimed; every valid connected, loop-free solution is accepted. The instructions above use these same rules.
When I start, how many people can play here?
Solo. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The controls work with mouse or touch.
For this game, why are some tiles green?
They have a chain of matching cable ends to the central server. The instructions above use these same rules.
For this game, can a cable leave the board?
No. This version has fixed boundaries and no wrapping. You can start a new round from the game controls.
When I start, is every puzzle solvable?
The generator starts from a connected tree and rotates its tiles, so the original orientation is a valid solution. You can start a new round from the game controls.
When I start, must I find exactly the stored answer?
No. Any orientation with all ends matched, all cells connected and no loop completes the puzzle. No download or player account is required.
