Two small numbers become something larger. Slide tiles in four directions and build your way to 2048 in this number puzzle.
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Goal: 2048 · 4×4 board
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Select the board, then use arrow keys or WASD. On a phone, swipe or use the direction buttons.
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How to play
Use arrow keys, WASD, the direction buttons or a swipe to move all tiles toward one edge.
Two equal numbers merge into one, adding the merged value to your score. A new tile appears only after a move changes the board.
After reaching 2048, choose Keep going to preserve your board, score and time as you aim for 4096, 8192 and beyond. The round ends when no moves or merges remain.
Good to know
Each tile merges at most once per move. Sliding 2, 2, 2, 2 together produces 4, 4.
Try keeping large numbers together while leaving room to move. A new game or page reload clears the board and score.
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PLAY & LEARN
2048 · Rules and strategy
2048 is a 4×4 puzzle about combining equal tiles into larger numbers. Every move affects the whole board, so plan for space as well as points. Reaching the 2048 tile is a milestone; you can continue beyond it.
Rules and controls
Use arrow keys or swipe to slide every tile in one direction. Equal neighbors merge, and each tile can merge only once per move. A new tile appears after a move that actually changes the board.
A useful first strategy
Try keeping the largest tile in a corner and arranging descending values along an edge. Check available moves and empty cells before swiping. A corner strategy can help organize the board, but it cannot guarantee success.
Worked example
Moving 2, 2, 2, 2 to the left produces 4, 4. Those new tiles do not immediately become 8 during the same move. A later left move can combine them.
Frequently asked questions
Does the game stop at 2048?
Choose Continue after reaching the target to pursue larger tiles. The game ends when there are no empty cells or adjacent equal values that allow another move.
Does sharing send my current game?
Share sends the game address in the current language. It does not copy your board, nickname or score.