Game guides and strategy
Get better at the games on PlayCove. Each guide explains the ideas strong players use, with a link to practise straight away.
How to make 24: tricks that crack almost every dealStrong players don’t try combinations at random. They aim for a handful of targets and work backwards.
Tile Connect tips: clear the board fasterLianliankan rewards fast eyes and a little planning. These habits help you beat the clock and avoid dead ends.
Spider Solitaire strategy: win more gamesOne-suit Spider is mostly about patience. Two and four suits reward planning. These principles work at every level.
FreeCell strategy: solve almost every dealBecause every card is face up, FreeCell is a pure planning game. These habits turn hard deals into wins.
Sudoku techniques, from first puzzle to expertEvery Sudoku with a unique solution can be solved by logic. These are the techniques, in the order you will need them.
Gomoku strategy: how to win at Five in a RowGomoku looks simple, but strong players think in threats. Learn the shapes, the attacks that win and the defence that keeps you alive.
Xiangqi basics: openings and classic checkmatesOnce you know how the pieces move, these principles and patterns will win you far more games.
Minesweeper patterns that save you from guessingMost of a Minesweeper board can be solved with a handful of recurring patterns. Learn to spot them and your times will drop fast.
How to beat 2048: the corner strategyRandom swiping gets you to 256 or 512. A simple, consistent system gets you to 2048 most games.
Solitaire tips: win more Klondike gamesKlondike rewards patience and a few good habits. These tips raise your win rate in both Draw 1 and Draw 3.