Fastest Reversi Wins and Top Players
Fastest verified wins, ranked by time. Beat the computer at any game to enter - sign in to keep your name.
About the Othello leaderboard
This board ranks the fastest wins of Othello by finish time. Othello is the modern, standardised form of Reversi, the version played at the World Othello Championship every year - a game rated Tournament standard where it's a razor-thin margin at the top level - single discs decide titles. The current top time here is 0:38 by Anonymous.
How ranking works
- Only wins against the computer count, and every result is checked for a plausible time and move count before it's listed.
- Ties break toward fewer moves, rewarding efficient play as well as speed.
- Signed-in players keep a permanent name on the board and sync records across devices; guests can still post a display name.
- Switch between Today, This Week, This Month and All Time above to see recent form or lifetime bests.
What counts as a good Othello time?
Times vary a lot by player, board size and difficulty, but here's a rough guide to aim for:
| Just learning | Winning at all is the goal - don't watch the clock yet. |
|---|---|
| Casual player | A comfortable, unhurried win, usually a few minutes. |
| Getting good | Under ~3 minutes with a solid disc margin. |
| Speed runner | Well under a minute on the smaller boards or lower levels - clean, decisive play. |
The fastest way to climb this board isn't frantic clicking - it's taking the corners early and forcing a quick, decisive win.
Chase a faster time
- Study the Othello strategy guide to win more decisively.
- Warm up on today's daily challenge - the same setup for everyone makes times directly comparable.
- Play a friend in multiplayer for pressure that sharpens your play.
- Create a free account to keep a permanent name and sync records across devices.
Leaderboard FAQ
How does the Reversi leaderboard work?
It ranks wins against the computer by finish time. Every result is checked for a plausible time and move count before it is listed, and ties break toward fewer moves.
What counts as a good Reversi time?
It varies by board size and difficulty. A comfortable win takes a few minutes; a fast, decisive win against a lower level can be well under a minute, especially on the smaller boards.
Do I need an account to appear on the leaderboard?
No. Guests can post a display name. A free account keeps a permanent name and syncs your records across devices.
Can I compare times fairly?
Yes - play the daily challenge, where everyone gets the identical setup, so times are directly comparable.