About Connect Four with Friends
Connect Four is a fast, tactical two-player classic. Play a friend across the room or across the country with a room link.
Connect Four with Friends at a glance
| Genre | Multiplayer game |
|---|---|
| Price | Free, no download or sign-up |
| Controls | Tap, online or on one device |
| Typical game length | 5 to 20 minutes |
| Lives | None |
| Works on | Phones, tablets and computers, in any modern browser |
| Daily challenge | Yes, the same puzzle for everyone each day |
How to play Connect Four with Friends
- Choose a mode. Pick how to play: Online with friends (create a room and share the link), Pass & play on one device, or vs Computer.
- Tap a column. Your disc drops to the lowest free space.
- Line up four. In any direction.
Rules
- Player 1 plays red and goes first.
- Online rooms hold 2 players. Moves appear instantly on every player's screen.
Levels and difficulty
2 players.
Scoring
Winning a game scores 1,000 points, a draw 300 and taking part 100. Share your result with the people you played. Daily challenge scores can be shared with friends.
Tips and strategy for Connect Four with Friends
- Control the center column.
- Always block your opponent's three in a row.
History of the game
Connect Four was first sold by Milton Bradley in 1974.
How we built and tested Connect Four with Friends
We tested every rule by having the computer play thousands of moves against itself at each player count, making sure every game ends properly and no illegal move is ever accepted. Online rooms were tested with two simulated players joining the same room and taking turns.
Frequently asked questions
Who goes first?
The player who created the room, or Player 1.
How do I play with a friend online?
Choose "Play online with friends", then share the room link or code on WhatsApp. When your friend opens it, they join your room and you can start.
Do my friends need an account?
No. Guests are signed in anonymously in the background, so anyone with the link can join.