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How to play Four in a Row
Take a moment with Four in a Row before moving to another game. Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. Look at what changes after your first action. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Look at what changes after your first action.
One thing to notice as you play
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.
What counts as success
Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.
A walkthrough of the rules
- Player 1 selects a column.
- The disc falls to that column’s lowest empty cell.
- Player 2 chooses a column, and turns alternate.
- Watch for horizontal, vertical and both diagonal lines.
How to use the controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A closer look at one example
A piece falls to the lowest empty space in its column. Four matching pieces in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line win. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
A mistake to avoid
Selecting a full column does not use your turn. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.
Helpful answers for players
What is the goal of Four in a Row?
Here is the relevant explanation: Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw.
For this browser game, how do I control Four in a Row?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
As a new player, what example helps explain Four in a Row?
Keep this in mind: A piece falls to the lowest empty space in its column. Four matching pieces in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line win.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Four in a Row?
For clarity: Selecting a full column does not use your turn.
While learning, what format does Four in a Row offer?
For clarity: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
When I return, which play mode does Four in a Row use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Four in a Row?
For clarity: Player 1 selects a column.
On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Four in a Row?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Four in a Row again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Four in a Row?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.