How To Play 2048
Merge tiles and keep the board alive. Best score saves on this device.
- Slide tiles with the same number into each other.
- Each merge doubles the tile value and grows your score.
- Keep one corner stable so the board does not lock up.
Controls
- Use arrow keys or WASD on keyboard.
- Swipe directly on the board on touch screens.
- Use the floating move pad on smaller screens.
Good Habits
- Build toward one corner and avoid breaking the chain.
- Favor two directions most of the time.
- Only move upward when it protects space.
Goal
Merge matching tiles, keep one corner stable, and keep enough open cells for the next move.