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Follow the steps for 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. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Look at what changes after your first action.
Something to practise
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
Aim for this result
Connect four discs horizontally, vertically or diagonally. A full board without a winner is a draw. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
The controls to know
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Follow the example
A piece falls to the lowest empty space in its column. Four matching pieces in a horizontal, vertical or diagonal line win. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Selecting a full column does not use your turn. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
If you are unsure
As a new player, 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.
When I return, how do I control Four in a Row?
For clarity: Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Four in a Row?
Here is the relevant explanation: A diagonal requires support beneath each disc. You cannot drop a disc into the middle of an empty column.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Four in a Row?
Keep this in mind: Selecting a full column does not use your turn.
As a new player, what format does Four in a Row offer?
Play using the same-device two players mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.
While learning, 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.
For this browser game, where should I start with Four in a Row?
For clarity: Player 1 selects a column.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Four in a Row?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Four in a Row again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, 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.