Play 4 In A Row Online Free with Friends

How to play 4 In A Row

1. Take turns dropping a disc into one of the 7 columns — it falls to the lowest open slot.
2. First to connect 4 of their discs in a row wins — across, down, or diagonally.
3. A full column takes no more discs; tap another. The last disc dropped is ringed.
4. Watch the diagonals, and never gift your opponent a slot directly above your own threat.
5. If the board fills with no connect-four, the game is a draw.

4 In A Row strategy

The basics that turn knowing the rules into winning games — what to do first, what to keep, what to avoid.

• Play the centre column when in doubt: more winning lines pass through it than any other.
• Think about what your move ENABLES: a disc you drop becomes the floor the next disc sits on. Never fill the square under an opponent's winning square.
• Build threats on odd rows (1, 3, 5) if you moved first and even rows if you moved second — when the board fills up, those are the ones that pay off.
• Two threats at once (a fork) win; one threat is just blocked. Set up a column where either of two squares wins.
• Diagonals are the ones people miss, yours and theirs. Check them every turn.

4 In A Row FAQ

Is this the same as Connect Four?

Yes — the same seven-column, six-row grid and the same goal: four in a line, any direction.

How long does a game take?

A few minutes. It is the quickest game on the site after Tic-Tac-Toe.

Can I play against the computer?

Yes. Add a bot; it takes a win when it sees one and blocks yours.

Do I need an account?

No. Type a name and play — no signup, no download, nothing to install. Making an account is optional and only exists to keep your stats, nickname and preferences across devices.

Is it really free?

Yes, all of it. Every game on Board Game Universe is free to play, with no premium tier holding anything back.

Can I play on my phone?

Yes. It runs in a mobile browser on phones and tablets as well as on a desktop — there is no app to download.

How do I play with my friends?

Start a table and send your friends the link. They open it, type a name, and sit down. Moves and table chat happen in real time.

Can I play against the computer?

Yes. Add a bot to any table and it plays a proper game — useful for filling a seat while you wait for a fourth.