Go Board Explorer
Explore an interactive Go board. Place stones freely on a 9×9 grid — a visual sandbox for Go players.
How to Play Go Board Explorer
- Select Black or White from the toolbar, then click any intersection to place a stone.
- Click an existing stone to remove it from the board.
- There is no turn alternation or capture enforcement — place stones freely to study any position.
- Use Clear to reset the board to an empty state.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is capture enforced?
- No — the Go Board Explorer is a free-form sandbox. Groups are not captured automatically; remove stones manually by clicking them.
- What board size is used?
- The explorer uses a standard 9×9 Go board.
- What can I use it for?
- Studying joseki sequences, reviewing game positions, teaching Go concepts, or visualising life-and-death problems.