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Understand the basics of Four in a Row
Four in a Row gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Use the example below to understand a decision.
A small practice goal
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
What the game asks you to do
Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Making your moves
- 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.
Your inputs
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
See the idea in action
A piece falls to the lowest empty space in its column. Four matching pieces in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line win. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.
Notice this detail
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.
Game-specific help
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Four in a Row?
Keep this in mind: Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw.
While learning, how do I control Four in a Row?
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Four in a Row?
The key detail is this: A diagonal requires support beneath each disc. You cannot drop a disc into the middle of an empty column.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Four in a Row?
The key detail is this: Selecting a full column does not use your turn.
As a new player, what format does Four in a Row offer?
Keep this in mind: 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?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Same-device two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.