Game guide · GSAZJC
Netwalk: instructions and practice
Check the rule below as you play. 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.
Something to practise
Read the position before choosing your next action. Every cable end must meet the corresponding end of a neighbouring tile; no cable may point outside the board. Start a new round when you are ready to try again.
The objective of a round
A careful first move helps you understand the round. Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
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.
Using the playing area
Take a moment to check the current turn. 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.
Put the rules into context
Take a moment to check the current turn. A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. The game area remains available above the explanation.
Pay attention to this rule
The board gives you the information needed for the next action. A tile glowing green only means it reaches the server. The whole board also needs every end matched and all cells connected. Keep the goal in mind before your next move.
Answers about the rules and controls
For this game, what is the aim of Netwalk?
Rotate tiles to form one connected network reaching every cell, without loose ends or loops. A new round resets the current game.
On this page, how do the controls work?
Tap network tiles to rotate. Use Undo for the previous rotation and New puzzle for another generated layout. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
For this game, can you show an example?
A tile with north and east cables connects only to matching south and west cables on those neighbours. The worked example offers another way to follow the rule.
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.
For this game, 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.
On this page, 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. Keep the current game state in view while applying this rule.
On this page, can a cable leave the board?
No. This version has fixed boundaries and no wrapping. Scores here do not represent cash or prizes.
On this page, is every puzzle solvable?
The generator starts from a connected tree and rotates its tiles, so the original orientation is a valid solution. Use the labelled controls for your next action.
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. Use the labelled controls for your next action.