Hip

Hip is a player vs computer, mouse controlled, implementation of a strategy board game.

The is played on a board with squares marked on it. It is turn based and the concept is simple - the first player to make a square of any size and any orientation loses. Also available is 'Line Hip' where the object is to complete a line of three balls of the same colour. Both games can be played on a 4x4, 5x5, 6x6, 7x7 and 8x8 boards.

The games play in a small window, are mouse controlled, have optional music and sound effects plus an internet play option. The strength of the AI opponent can be varied, there is a save game feature and the game keeps track of the moves played and has the option to print these.