2048
Slide, merge, and chase the 2048 tile. Slide and combine matching tiles to build your way up to the elusive 2048 tile — and beyond.
How to play 2048
Learn it in seconds. Here's the whole game in four steps.
Slide the tiles
Arrow keys, WASD or a swipe move every tile at once.
Merge matches
Two tiles showing the same number combine into their sum.
Reach 2048
Keep merging to hit the 2048 tile — then push for a new record.
Don't fill up
The game ends when the board is full with no moves left.
Why players love 2048
Simple to pick up, easy to love.
Beat your best
Your top score is saved locally so you can keep chasing it.
Silky animations
Buttery tile slides and merges that feel great to play.
Pure strategy
Plan several moves ahead to avoid boxing yourself in.
Swipe to play
Works beautifully with touch on phones and tablets.
Quick or marathon
Play a fast round or chase a huge score for ages.
Free & instant
No download or sign-up required.
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