How to play?

  1. Objective: The objective of Connect Four is to be the first player to connect four of your own colored discs in a row, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.

  2. Setup:

    • The game board consists of a 6x7 grid, totaling 42 slots.
    • Each player chooses a color (traditionally red or yellow) and takes turns dropping their colored discs into the grid.

  3. Turns:

    • Players take turns placing one disc at a time on the top of any column on the board.
    • Once a disc is placed in a column, it drops to the lowest available position within that column.

  4. Winning:

    • To win, you must form a continuous line of four of your own discs, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
    • The line can be in any direction (up, down, left, right, or diagonal) as long as it consists of four consecutive discs of the same color.

  5. Blocking Opponent:

    • Pay attention to your opponent's moves and try to block their potential winning combinations while creating your own.

  6. Filling the Board:

    • If all 42 slots on the board are filled without a winner, the game ends in a draw or a tie.

  7. Game Etiquette:

    • Be respectful and follow the rules of the game.
    • Avoid making illegal moves, like trying to place a disc in a full column.

  8. Strategy:

    • Develop a strategy to set up your winning combinations while also blocking your opponent's moves.
    • Pay attention to patterns on the board and anticipate your opponent's next move.

  9. Practice:

    • Like many strategy games, practice can help you improve your skills and make better decisions.

  10. Winning Declaration:

    • The game will usually declare the winner for you.

  11. Play Again:

    • It's common to play multiple rounds to determine the overall winner.

  12. Enjoy the Game:

    • Connect Four is a fun and challenging game that rewards both strategy and tactics. Have fun playing!

Remember that Connect Four is a game of skill and strategy, so the more you play and practice, the better you'll become at planning your moves and outwitting your opponent. Enjoy the game!