Four in a Row Game
Four in a Row is a free browser game for 1–2 players, rated Easy and suggested for ages 6 and up. Drop discs and connect four before the other side does. Play the computer or a friend. A game takes about 5 min. There is nothing to download and no sign-up.
How to play Four in a Row
Drop a disc
Tap a column to drop your disc. Connect four in a row across, down or diagonally.
Result
The winning four are ringed. Tap Restart for another game.
Stuck mid-game? Tap ? Help at the top of the game. It shows what to do at the exact step you are on.
Quick facts
- Players
- 1–2
- Time
- 5 min
- Devices
- One shared phone or screen
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Suggested age
- 6+
- Cost
- Free
- Type
- Two-player games
- Good for
- Family, Kids, Two players
Four in a Row FAQ
How many people can play Four in a Row?
Four in a Row works with 1–2 players.
How do you play Four in a Row?
Drop a disc. Result. The full steps are on this page, and the Help button inside the game explains each stage as you reach it.
Is Four in a Row free? Do I need to download an app?
It is free. It runs in the browser on phones, tablets and laptops. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
How hard is Four in a Row, and what age is it for?
Four in a Row is rated Easy. Explained in under a minute. No strategy needed, and anyone can join halfway through. The suggested age is 6 and up. That is a guide: younger players can usually join with an adult on their team.
Do we each need a phone for Four in a Row?
No. It is built for people in the same room sharing one phone, tablet or laptop.
Is this the official Connect 4 game?
No. Four in a Row is an original free game in a similar style to Connect 4. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the makers of Connect 4.
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