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How to play Four in a Row
Use a short break to learn the rhythm 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. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
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. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Use the on-screen controls with a mouse or touch. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful 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. Check the stated objective.
Watch out for this
Selecting a full column does not use your turn. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
What is the goal of Four in a Row?
The key detail is this: 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.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Four in a Row?
For clarity: A diagonal requires support beneath each disc. You cannot drop a disc into the middle of an empty column.
When I return, 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.
Before I begin, 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.
For a quick reminder, 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.