2048
Slide numbered tiles, merge matches, and try to reach 2048.
How to play: slide tiles with arrow keys or buttons. Matching numbers merge.
Play the 2048 puzzle
This 2048 game is the classic sliding-tile puzzle in a browser page. Each move pushes all tiles in one direction, merges matching values once per move, and adds a new tile when the board changes. The goal is to create a 2048 tile before the grid fills up.
The score increases by the value of every merged tile. Arrow keys are fastest on desktop, while the on-screen buttons keep the game playable on touch devices and small screens.
Slide the whole board with the arrow keys or the on-screen buttons. Matching tiles merge and a new 2 or 4 appears after every move that changes the board, so plan a corner to build your largest tile in rather than chasing merges across the grid.
Local best score
The board and best score stay in the browser. New Game resets the current board but keeps your local best score, which makes it easy to practice without signing in or joining a leaderboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I play 2048?
Use the arrow keys or the on-screen buttons to slide all tiles. When two tiles with the same number touch they merge into their sum, and you win when a 2048 tile appears.
How does scoring work?
Every merge adds the value of the new tile to your score, and your highest score is kept in this browser.
When is the game over?
The game ends when the board is full and no adjacent tiles can merge.
Can I keep playing after 2048?
Yes. Reaching 2048 is noted, but you can continue merging for a higher score until the board locks up.
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