2048

Slide matching numbered tiles together and work toward the 2048 tile. The rules fit into a sentence, but keeping the board open takes planning, restraint, and a willingness to rethink your next move.

The good stuff

Every swipe moves the whole board. That single constraint makes a small grid surprisingly absorbing, especially when a tempting merge competes with a better long-term arrangement.

Your first few moves

1. Use arrow keys on a keyboard or swipe on a touch screen.
2. Merge equal numbers while keeping room for new tiles.
3. Think about where all tiles will move before taking a turn.

Before you jump in

This link opens the original web game. Use the on-screen instructions for your device, and remember that a round can last longer than you expect.