Game guide · LYFPL
How to play Netwalk
Read the position before choosing your next action. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. Keep the goal in mind before your next move. 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.
One thing to notice as you play
Check the rule below as you play. 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.
Understand the aim
Use the controls beside the game rather than guessing the rules. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. The game area remains available above the explanation.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
Your inputs
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout.
Learn from a sample situation
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. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Where a round can go wrong
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. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
Read these answers for extra help
When I start, what is the aim of Netwalk?
Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
How do the controls work?
Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. No download or player account is required.
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. No download or player account is required.
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. No download or player account is required.
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. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
How many people can play here?
Solo. This is local browser play, not internet matchmaking. The game is played locally in your browser.
During a round, why are some tiles green?
They have a chain of matching cable ends to the central server. A new round resets the current game.
For this game, can a cable leave the board?
No. This version has fixed boundaries and no wrapping. A new round resets the current game.
Is every puzzle solvable?
The generator starts from a connected tree and rotates its tiles, so the original orientation is a valid solution. No download or player account is required.
On this page, must I find exactly the stored answer?
No. Any orientation with all ends matched, all cells connected and no loop completes the puzzle. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.