Akari
About Akari
Akari is a puzzle game where you light up a grid by placing bulbs on empty cells. Each numbered cell tells you how many bulbs must surround it, and every cell on the board needs to be lit. No download is needed, and it runs right in your browser on phone or computer.
How to play Akari
Place bulbs on empty cells so their light beams cover every cell in a row or column until blocked by a wall. Numbered cells show exactly how many bulbs must be placed next to them, so match that count precisely. Avoid letting two bulbs shine light directly onto each other, since that creates a conflict. Keep adjusting placement until the whole board glows without errors.
Tips for playing Akari
- Start with numbered cells that have very few open neighboring cells, since those give you the least guesswork.
- Look for cells that are already fully surrounded by walls or bulbs, since they confirm where bulbs cannot go.
- Work outward from solved corners and edges before tackling the open middle of the board.
Frequently asked questions
What is the goal of Akari?
The goal is to place bulbs so every cell on the board is lit while satisfying each numbered cell's exact bulb count, without any bulb lighting another bulb.
Do I need to download Akari to play it?
No, Akari runs directly in your browser on both phone and computer, so no download is required.
What do the numbers on the Akari board mean?
Each number shows exactly how many bulbs must be placed in the cells directly next to it, giving you a clue for solving that part of the puzzle.
