About Squadro
A strategic two-player abstract board game of timing and positioning
Unofficial Fan Project
This is an unofficial fan project. Squadro® is a registered trademark of Gigamic. This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Gigamic in any way.
All rights to the Squadro game design belong to the original designer and publisher. This digital implementation is created out of love for the game and to help players learn and enjoy Squadro online.
If you enjoy playing Squadro, please consider purchasing the official physical game to support the designer and publisher.
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How to Play
Setup
Each player has 5 pieces in their starting zone. Players sit perpendicular to each other.
Movement
Pieces move 1, 2, or 3 spaces (shown by dots). Players' pieces move perpendicular to each other.
Winning
First to complete the round-trip with 4 pieces wins the game!
Key Mechanics
Conversion
When a piece reaches the opposite side, it immediately turns around and changes speed.
Speed changes: 1→3, 2→2, 3→1
Jumping
When you land on an opponent's piece, it sends them back and you advance 1 space. If another opponent piece is there, repeat: send back, advance 1. Continue until you reach an empty space.
Send-back destination: Pieces on their first trip return to starting line. Pieces on their return trip go back to the conversion line.
Strategy Tips
Slow Pace
Don't rush with fast pieces—they are powerful defenders
1's Are Key
Protect your 1-speed pieces, attack opponent's 1's
Zugzwang Delusion
Being captured isn't always bad—making your opponent advance reduces their choices
Ways of Winning
There are two general strategies to win Squadro in the late game:
Control
Block or hinder opponent pieces to limit their options, forcing them into unfavorable positions.
Race
Repeatedly advance with pieces that have fewer moves remaining, winning by speed regardless of opponent choices.
AI Difficulty Levels
The AI uses a perfect scoring database - it always knows the optimal move. Different difficulties introduce strategic imperfections to match your skill level.
Newbie
Non-aggressive. Perfect for learning!
Beginner
Often makes mistakes. A good starting point.
Intermediate
Occasional mistakes. Don't miss your chance to win!
Perfect
Never makes mistakes. Learn at the highest level.
Perfect+
Perfect play + maximum frustration!
About the Game
Squadro® is an abstract strategy board game designed by Adrián Jiménez Pascual and published by Gigamic in 2018.
The physical game features a 5×5 grid and 10 wooden pieces (5 light, 5 dark). Players sit perpendicular with asymmetric starting speeds, creating dynamic yet balanced gameplay.
This unofficial online version brings the strategic depth of Squadro to your browser with AI opponents ranging from manageable to merciless, and a sleek interface to enjoy the game anywhere!
Squadro® is a registered trademark of Gigamic. This website is an unofficial fan project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Gigamic.