Four in a Row

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Four in a Row is a quick game of strategy. Take turns dropping discs into the columns, and be the first to line up four of your colour across, down or diagonally. Play the computer on Easy, Medium or Hard, or a friend on the same screen.

How to play

  1. Choose vs AI or 2 players, and a difficulty level.
  2. Pick a column to drop your disc into; it falls to the lowest free space.
  3. Take turns with your opponent.
  4. Line up four discs in a row across, down or diagonally to win.
  5. If the board fills up with no winner, it is a draw.

Controls

Computer
Click a column to drop a disc. Arrow keys and Enter also work.
Phone and tablet
Tap a column to drop your disc.

Tips

  • Take control of the middle column early.
  • Block your opponent whenever they have three in a row.
  • Try to create two threats at once.

Questions

Can I play with a friend?
Yes, choose 2 players to play on the same device.
What happens if the board fills up?
If nobody has four in a row when the board is full, the game is a draw.