Mastermind Online
A hidden combination of colours, a limited number of guesses and clues that say what was right and what was only misplaced. Mastermind on AsNard is a game of eliminating possibilities one row at a time.
- Ranked
- Voice
- Spectator mode
- Players
- 2 players
- Match length
- 3–10 min
- Difficulty
- Intermediate to logical
- Skill / luck
- 85% skill · 15% luck
Features of Mastermind on AsNard
- Four levels: Classic, Strict, Pro and Expert
- Precise clues for right place and right colour in the wrong place
- Two players, alternating between code and deduction
- Move counting and scoring based on solve speed
- Personal records saved and compared on a leaderboard
- A fast start with no wait for an opponent
Game modes
Classic
The standard version with normal clues
Strict
Tighter clues and a harder code
Expert
The longest and most varied codes
How to play?
- 1
Choose a colour for every position in the row and submit your guess.
- 2
Read the clues: exact matches, and right colours in wrong positions.
- 3
Change only one or two positions per row so you can see what moved the feedback.
- 4
Break the code before the rows run out; a faster solve scores higher.
To start, pick Mastermind in the AsNard lobby — play is free and needs no install.
FAQ Mastermind
Can Mastermind be played with two people?
Yes; one player sets the code and the other breaks it, then the turns swap.
What is the hardest level?
Expert, with a longer and more varied code plus tighter clues.
What do the clue pegs mean?
One colour for a right colour in the right slot and one for a right colour in the wrong slot — the whole game is reading those two numbers.
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