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Read before your next round of Four in a Row
Bring your attention to one round of Four in a Row. Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Try a more deliberate round
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
The steps to play
- 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 your actions work
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Try this example
A diagonal requires support beneath each disc. You cannot drop a disc into the middle of an empty column. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
One detail worth checking
Selecting a full column does not use your turn. Check the rule before repeating the action. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Questions that come up during play
What is the goal of Four in a Row?
For clarity: Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw.
For my first round, how do I control Four in a Row?
The key detail is this: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
When I return, what example helps explain Four in a Row?
Here is the relevant explanation: A piece falls to the lowest empty space in its column. Four matching pieces in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line win.
What should I watch out for in Four in a Row?
For clarity: Selecting a full column does not use your turn.
While reading the Guide, what format does Four in a Row offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
Before I begin, which play mode does Four in a Row use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
On this playing page, where should I start with Four in a Row?
The key detail is this: Player 1 selects a column.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Four in a Row?
For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Four in a Row again?
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?
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.