Conway's Game of Life
Simulate Conway's cellular automaton. Create patterns, observe evolution, and discover stable structures.
How it works
Click on cells to activate them or load a predefined pattern. Then click Start and watch how populations evolve following simple rules.
Frequently asked questions
Who created the Game of Life?
British mathematician John Horton Conway created this cellular automaton in 1970. Despite simple rules, it generates extremely complex behaviors.
Does the game have a goal?
No, it is a zero-player simulation. The fun lies in observing how complex patterns emerge from simple rules and discovering interesting structures.
What is a Glider?
A Glider is a 5-cell pattern that travels diagonally across the grid indefinitely. It was the first moving pattern discovered in the Game of Life.